Optical data cable GUIDED WAVE™

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Signal stability and low noise in remote spectroscopy depend upon fiber optics with high transmission. The transmission must be affected very little by environmental influences such as temperature, vibration, and ambient light levels. From a patented fiber design to our emphasis on high-quality materials, our GUIDED WAVE™ spectroscopic grade fiber optic cable is designed for the highest performance in transmission efficiency and durability. For near-infrared fiber, a polyimide coating and a patented silicone-based buffer protect the fiber from thermal stress. The standard thermally stable NIR fiber optic cable receives a tough outer jacket made of Tefzel™ and inner Kevlar™ strands for strength. This rugged design prevents damage during installation. Inexpensive 200-micron telecommunication/consumer grade fiber optic cables are not appropriate for spectroscopic applications, as they cannot bring enough light to the detector. We provide 400-, 500-, and 600-micron fiber optic cables. The GUIDED WAVE NIR-O Process Analyzer Spectrometer and ClearView® db Dual Beam Photometer are optically matched to 500 microns, as it provides the best compromise between flexibility for installation and light throughput. MANUFACTURING HIGH PERFORMANCE FIBER All of our NIR fiber optic cable is constructed as a core-and cladding composite. The core, the filament that guides the light, consists of a thin strand of high transmissivity fused silica. The cladding is an outer layer of doped, lower refractive index fused silica.