Optické vláknové reflexní sondy

SQS offers several technologies for precise positioning and mapping of individual fibers in linear and slit configurations. The appropriate technology can be selected according to the required fiber spacing, number of fibers, geometry and positioning accuracy.

Linear Fiber Bundles

Fibers are typically bonded directly against each other, either cladding-to-cladding or polyimide coating-to-polyimide coating. The typical fiber positioning accuracy within the linear structure is 5 µm, depending on the fiber type, fiber diameter and number of fibers.

Glass V-Groove Fiber Arrays

Glass V-groove arrays provide precise linear positioning of individual fibers. For standard 125 µm cladding fibers, the typical minimum center-to-center pitch is 127 µm, with a typical positioning accuracy of 0.5 µm. The number of fibers can be specified according to customer requirements. The glass array can be integrated into a custom connector or probe.

2D Fiber Matrices

2D matrix fiber arrays provide defined positioning of individual fibers across a two-dimensional surface. The typical minimum center-to-center spacing is 350 µm in both axes, with a typical positioning accuracy of 1 µm. Smaller spacing can be provided on request. The number and arrangement of fibers are defined according to customer requirements. The glass matrix can be integrated into a custom connector or probe.

MT Ferrules

MT ferrules provide a compact and precise fiber arrangement with a typical 250 µm center-to-center pitch for fibers with 125 µm cladding. Up to 16 fibers can be arranged in one or multiple rows, depending on the required configuration. MT ferrules can also be integrated into an MTP connector.

Fiber position, spacing and mapping can be customized to match the required optical geometry and measurement configuration.