Fiber Optics

LOSSES DUE TO LOSSES DUE TO LOSSES DUE TO
LATERAL MISALIGNMENT ANGULAR MISALIGNMENT LONGITUDINAL MISALIGNMENT

x a a
Z
Multimode (Uniform MPD, Graded Index): Multimode (Uniform MPD, Graded Index): Multimode (Uniform MPD, Graded Index):
8x 8 n0 sin Z NA
Llat = -10 log 1- 3a Lang = -10 log 1- L long = -10 log 1-
3 NA 2a n0
Single-Mode: Single-Mode: Single-Mode:
n0w0 sin 1 Z
Llat = -10 log e-u , where u = x
2 2
Lang = -10 log e-T , where T = L long = -10 log 2 + 1 , where Z =
w0 Z 2n 0 w02
ACCEPTANCE ANGLE OPTICS FOR RESEARCH DETERMINING THE NUMBER OF MODES
OFR
where n0 = nair
n1 = ncore Normalized Frequency (V-number)
n2 = ncladding
V = 2 a NA
Numerical Aperture = n0 sin max
=n1 2 For each type of fiber, the approximate

number of modes (N) in a multimode fiber is:
where = n1 -n2
2 2
FIBER-OPTIC
2n12
PRODUCTS
therefore, NA = n12 -n22 STEP INDEX: N = V 2 /2
Single-Mode Cutoff Wavelength

GRADED INDEX: N = V 4/2
2a
(
c = 2.405 ) n 1
2 -n 2
2
max
Step Index
F-Number F/# = 1
2NA
nclad
CRITICAL ANGLE sin crit =
ncore Graded Index
LOSSES DUE TO LOSSES DUE TO CORE RADIUS FUNDAMENTAL MODE RADIUS FOR
MODE FIELD RADIUS MISMATCH: MISMATCH: MULTIMODE FIBERS STEP-INDEX SINGLE MODE FIBER
SINGLE MODE FIBERS (UNIFORMS MPD, GRADED INDEX)
2w1 2w2 2w1 2w2
Single-Mode
1.619 + 2.879
4
Lcore = - 10 log w2 where a1a2
(
w0 = a 0.65 +
V1.5 V6 )
Lmode = - 10 log
( ww ) ( ww )
2
+
1
2
(w )
1
2
where w0 = beam radius at 1/e2 power density
1 2
a = core radius of single mode fiber
APPROXIMATE MODE FIELD FIBER ATTENUATION NEAR 1.5 m FOCUS A LASER BEAM TO
DIAMETERS vs WAVELENGTH A MINUMUM SPOT
FOR SINGLE-MODE FIBERS 1.0
d n f
0.5 Total
Loss (dB/km)
Mode field Loss ASSUMPTIONS
Wavelength (nm) Diameter (m)
0.2 a. light is collimated
1550 10.5
1300 9.3 b. single lens: OFR BestForm type
1060 6.2 0.1 Minimum spot is the LARGER of the following:
850 5.0 Kd 3 2.85f
630 3.7 or
f2 d
0.03
where K = 0.067 for n = 1.5
1.1 1.5 2.0
Wavelength (m)
EFFECTS OF BENDING ON FARADAY ROTATOR CONSTANT-LOSS CURVE FOR

SINGLE MODE FIBERS ANGULAR AND LATERAL MISALIGNMENT
= Rotation (minutes of arc) BETWEEN TWO SINGLE-MODE FIBERS
V = Verdet constant (min/Oersted-cm)
BIREFRINGENCE 3
H = Magnetic field (Oersted) 1.3 m Loss = 1.0 dB
n = k (r/R)2
Angular misalignment ()
L = Length of rod (cm) H 0.9
0.8
where k = 0.133 (constant) 2 0.7
R = radius of curvature of fiber = VHL 0.6
0.5
2r = cladding diameter 0.4
0.3
1 0.2
LINEAR RETARDATION 0.1
PER UNIT LENGTH
= 2n
0
0 1 2 3

Lateral displacement (m)
OFR
CRITICAL ANGLE FOR OPTICAL dB UNITS
TOTAL INTERNAL REFLECTION The relationship between DECIBELS
n (n' >n) and OPTICAL POWER is
n'
c c dB = -10 log Pout ( )
Pin
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COUPLING LOSS RESULTING FROM A where: MULTIPLE SINGLE-MODE FIBER

COMBINATION OF MISALIGNMENTS 2 MISALIGNMENTS
A = ( kw1)
2 2
B = G + (D + 1)
Longitudinal misalignment z 2
Lateral misalignment x
C = (D +1)F2 + 2DFG sin + D (G2 + D +1)sin 2 no
Angular misalignment
Mismatch between mode field radii w1 & w2 n1
2
The total coupling loss between two D = w2 ( ) F = 2x n1
w1 kw12
single-mode fibers can be expressed as:
G = 2z k = 2n o
kw12
tot = - 10 log tot tot = ( 4DB )e -AC/B
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FIBER-OPTIC PRODUCTS
Part Page No. Part Page No. Part Page No. Part Page No.
ACB FO-11 FMBS FO-25 IOB FO-23 PCB FO-14
CFC FO-45,46 FS FO-47 LPR FO-28 PFC FO-49
CFM FO-47 FT FO-4 LL FO-16,41 PFP FO-29
CFS FO-47 FTBx FO-20 LLO FO-16,41 PFS FO-49
CSMA FO-46 HCB FO-11 MFI FO-54 PFSV FO-23
FB FO-4 HCF FO-45,46 MFI-FMB FO-25 POA FO-6,16
FB-PAM FO-34 HEF FO-46 MS FO-13 PSO FO-29
FCB FO-11 HW FO-12 OC FO-52 PSP FO-13
FCM FO-10,43 IO-F FO-50 OCM FO-52 PTE FO-40
FCP FO-9,42 IO-FFB FO-21 OCT FO-52 RCB FO-11
FCS FO-9,42 IO-FLB FO-22 PAD FO-34 RMAB FO-15
FDB FO-15 IO-G FO-51 PAF FO-6,37,38 RZB FO-15
FFBx FO-19 IO-H FO-50 PAL FO-7,40 SOP FO-28,34
FLBx FO-20 IO-J FO-51 PBB FO-14 VA FO-26
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Basic FiberBench FO-3
CONTENTS Empty FiberBenches & FiberTables

CouplingPorts
FO-4
FO-5
FiberPorts FO-6
LaserPorts
* FO-7
MirrorPorts FO-8
DetectorPorts
* FO-8
FiberCables FO-9
Optical Components FO-11
Empty Component Bases FO-11
Basic
FiberBench
Tweakers
Beamsplitters
* FO-12
FO-13
50/50 Beamsplitters FO-13
Polarizing Beamsplitters FO-13
SOP Preserving Beamsplitters FO-13
Polarizers
* FO-14
*
Retarders (Polarization Rotators)
Attenuators
* FO-15
FO-15
Coupling Lenses
* FO-16
Assembled FiberBench Systems FO-17
Assembled KIT Build-it Youself KITS FO-18
FiberBench KIT Basic FiberBenches * FO-18
Systems KIT FiberBench Isolators
* FO-21
KIT Isolator & Faraday Rotator Modules
KIT FiberBench Variable 1 x 2 & 1x3 Splitters
* FO-23
KIT FiberBench Delay Lines
* FO-23
* FO-24
KIT Polarization Mode Disperser * FO-24
KIT FiberBench Retrace Systems
KIT FiberBench Attentuators
* FO-25
FO-26
KIT PMD Compensator
* FO-29
Polarization Control & Measurement FO-27
FiberBench Polarization Reference Standards FO-28
Polarization Fiber Extinction Measurement FO-29
Control & KIT Polarization Controller * FO-30
Measurement Polarization Analyzer FO-31
Polarization Components FO-35
Fiber-Optic Collimators FO-35

FiberPorts
Mounting the FiberPort
* FO-36
FO-39
Coupling Lenses * FO-41
FiberCables FO-42
Optical Power Delivery Cables FO-44
Fiber-Optic Snap-On Collimators
* FO-45
Collimators Pigtailed Collimators
* FO-47
Focusers
* FO-47
Packaged Devices FO-48

Splitters/Combiners
Isolators
* FO-49
* FO-50
High-Power Isolators
* FO-50
Polarization Independent Isolators
Polarization Dependent Isolators
* FO-52
FO-51
Laser-Interface Isolators FO-52
Packaged
Circulators
Faraday Rotators Mirrors
* FO-53
FO-56
*
Devices
*Look for Products
NOTE: Power damage is generally fiber-limited. Discuss with OFR.
FO-1
Stability and Testing of FiberBench Systems
When we designed the original and most versatile fiber-optic coupling Vibration & Shock
FiberBench, we recognized that long- system available anywhere. Frequency: 4 Hz
term stability and coupling efficiency OFR design choice is stainless Amplitude: 30 mm
would be our most important design steel. We ruled out aluminum...it is Shock: 4 G's
goals. We achieved those goals in the just not thermally or mechanically Thermal Cycling: -20 to 70 C
first unit off the workbench. Since stable enough for the kind of reliability
then we have modified and fine-tuned, we require of our FiberBenches. We installation. Result is <0.1 dB change
and today, with many more than a thermally cycle our FiberBenches in throughput.
thousand units produced (or is it two from -20C to 70C. We give them Stability originates in a sound
thousand?) and hundreds of satisfied more severe vibration and shock than engineering approach. The OFR
customers worldwide, the OFR Fiber- they would ever be subjected to in FiberBench product line is designed
Bench is simply the best engineered a normal laboratory or equipment by engineers for use by engineers.
High Power Capability Look for...
OFR FiberBench systems and com- resulting in very high power density In high power applications, there
ponents are capable of handling 2- that can damage components. is only one choice, OFR FiberBench
10 Watts cw, as compared to typical OFR FiberBench technology, on systems and components.
fiber-optic components that are limit- the other hand, involves expanded Power damage is generally fiber-
ed to a few hundred mW. Typical beams, resulting in lower power limited. It is important to discuss
miniaturized components have very densities, thus allowing much more with OFR.
small (0.1-0.3 mm) optical beams, total power before damage occurs.
FiberBench Kits
Build-it-Yourself
Kits Available
Want to build your own FiberBench
system? Discuss your application with
an OFR engineer. He/she will help
with your design, and will e-mail the
complete list of part numbers to order.
Your Kit will be delivered expeditiously
along with assembly, alignment and
test instructions.
Look for KITS designation,
especially in Assembled FiberBench
Systems, page FO-17 and following.
Note also that custom-designed Fiber-
Bench systems can be built from KITS.
Consider this option when discussing
your FiberBench requirement with OFR. KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer. See page
You will never be told to Press 1
FO-18 for an example of a FiberBench Kit.
Now when you call OFR!
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Basic CONTENT PAGE NO.
FiberBench Empty FiberBenches & FiberTables

CouplingPorts
FO-4
FO-5
FiberPorts FO-6
LaserPorts FO-7
MirrorPorts FO-8
DetectorPorts FO-8
FiberCables FO-9
Optical Components FO-11
Empty Component Bases FO-11
Tweakers FO-12
Beamsplitters FO-13
50/50 Beamsplitters FO-13
Polarizing Beamsplitters FO-13
SOP Preserving Beamsplitters FO-13
Polarizers FO-14
Retarders (Polarization Rotators) FO-15
Attenuators FO-15

Coupling Lenses FO-16

FiberBench mini-systems
have been used to solve many
fiber-optic system problems.
Call us with yours. Look for Products
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Empty FiberBenches & FiberTables
The FiberBench
The FiberBench is a 2-port assembly
bench on which complex optical
circuitry can be permanently assembled.
FiberBenches are available in three
sizes, Short, Medium and Long, that
accommodate 3, 5 and 7 components
respectively. Within the Component
Stage area on the FiberBench Base is
a series of precision holes. Stainless
steel dowel pins on the base of the
Component Modules lock into these
holes.
Permanently mounted on all Fiber
Benches are 2 Port Walls. It is onto
these walls that the several types of
Input/Output Ports are mounted.
Variable Delay Line FiberBenches FiberBenches are delivered with Mounting Base and Dust Cover.
are available (see FO-24). Precision
z-axis translation is micrometer Catalog Component
actuated, with no backlash or cross- Number Stage Length Description
talk between axis. Standard model has FB-38 38 mm Short FiberBench, holds 3 modules
0-13 mm travel. 25 mm optionally FB-51 51 mm Medium FiberBench, holds 5 modules
available. Please inquire. FB-76 76 mm Long FiberBench, holds 7 modules
FB-VDL 38 mm Variable Delay Line, holds 3 modules
The FiberTable FT-38 x135-4 FT-51x60-4

The FiberTables is a 3-or-more-port 4 Port Walls 4 Port Walls
assembly bench much like the
FiberBench. However, because its FT-51x76-5
Ports can be moved to a number of 5 Port Walls
locations, the FiberTable offers much
flexibility. This is a miniature optical
table with a regular criss-cross pattern
of precision holes. It is into these
holes that the Component Module
dowel pins fit.
FT-38 x135-3
Each FiberTable is delivered with 3 Port Walls FT-51x60-3
a Mounting Base that adapts the 3 Port Walls
FiberTable for mounting onto a
conventional optical table. Empty FiberBenches. All FiberTables are delivered with Mounting Base.
Custom FiberTables from 3 to any
number of Ports are available on Catalog
special order. OFR engineering will Number Dimensions Description
assist in the concept and design of FT-38 x 100-w* 38 x 100 mm 3 to 5 Ports Walls
the optimum layout for any applica- FT 38 x 135-w* 38 x 135 mm 3 to 5 Ports Walls
tion. Please inquire. FT-38 x 165-w* 38 x 165 mm 3 Ports Walls
FT-51 x 60-w* 51 x 60 mm 3 to 4 Ports Walls
See http://www.ofr.com/fibertables
for latest additions to our growing
FT-60x 64-w* 60 x 64 mm 3 to 5 Ports Walls
list of FiberTable design options.
You will never be told to Press 1 FT-64 x 93-w* 64 x 93 mm 3 to 6 Ports Walls
Now when you call OFR! Note: when ordering, specify number of Port Walls, for
example, FT-38x100-5.

Coupling Ports
The OFR FiberPort (US Patent 5,638, Tungsten carbide ensures extreme The micro-aspheric Lens in the
472) is an ultra-stable, miniature resistance to wear. The FC/APC FiberPort is AR coated. Specify
micropositioner, enabling active connector ferrule inserts into a tungsten wavelength when ordering. For a
alignment of an AR-coated OFR carbide ferrule holder contained in every description of the micro-aspheric
aspheric lens for collimating or for OFR FiberPort. These tungsten carbide Lenses, see COUPLING LENSES,
free beam-to-fiber coupling. FiberPorts sleeves are extremely resistant to wear, page FO-16.
serve both input and output funtions, thus assuring coupling repeatability
and are micro-positionable in six after one or a hundred connections.
degrees of freedom:
3 linear (x, y, z) Laser-To-Fiber Coupling...to couple a collimated
2 angular (azimuth, elevation) free-beam into a fiber
1 rotational (for PM fiber alignment)
FiberPorts The OFR FiberPort (US Patent 5,638,472) is the most stable
While performing the same functions miniature micro-manipulator available. OFR's unique design allows input
as large benchtop 5-axis positioners, of large cross-section beams, as large as 4.9 mm in diameter.
the compact size of the Fiber-Port Accepts
makes it ideally suited for incorporating Actual Beam Single Mode Multimode
into shipable OEM equipment, as Beam Size Diameter Part Number Part Number Receptacle
well as for utility in the development 0.5 mm PAF-X-2 FC
laboratory. 1.0 mm PAF-X-5 FC
A major application for the FiberPort
1.6 mm PAF-X-7 FC
among many laser manufacturers
is as the laser interface to an output 2.0 mm PAF-XM-5 FC
fiber pigtail. See page FO-39 for 2.0 mm PAF-SMA-5 SMA
suggested means of mounting a 2.4 mm PAF-X-11 FC
FiberPort to a laser. Final alignment
3.4 mm PAF-X-15 PAF-XM-7 FC
is done on site following simple
instructions furnished by OFR. It is 3.4 mm PAF-SMA-7 SMA
the FiberPorts rugged construction, 4.9 mm PAF-XM-11 FC
stability and coupling efficiency that 4.9 mm PAF-SMA-11 SMA
make it popular for this application.
The FiberPort is characterized by
ultra-stability. Once aligned to
maximum coupling efficiency, there
is no drift, in spite of temperature
changes, shock or vibration beyond
that experienced in the normal
laboratory. See page FO-2 for more
information on Stability and Testing.
Custom fiber-coupled solid-state laser (532nm)
IO-P-FLB-9CD-980-X, Laser-to-Fiber Isolators. (See page FO-22)
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FiberPorts
FiberPorts Catalog
The OFR FiberPort is an ultra- Number Fiber
stable, miniature micropositioner, PAF-X- Matched FiberCable ordered separately, page FO-9
enabling active alignment of an OFR PAF-H-S- 1-Meter, single-mode Pigtail
aspheric lens for collimating or free PAF-H-P- 1-Meter, PM Pigtail
beam-to-fiber coupling. While When ordering, specify wavelength in nm.
performing the same functions as NOTES
larger benchtop 5-axis positioners, Insertion loss may vary depending upon fiber type and beam launch conditions.
Return Loss typically -60 dB when used with FC/APC.
the compact size of the FiberPort
PM FiberPorts, fast axis is vertical.
makes it ideally suited for incorporat-
ing into shipable, OEM equipment, as
well as for utility in the development
laboratory. is guaranteed and transmission will not
vary under normal laboratory usage.
The micro-aspheric Lens in the
Fiber-Port is AR coated. Specify wave- Tungsten carbide ensures extreme
length when ordering. For a description resistance to wear. The FC/APC
of the micro-aspheric Lenses, see connector ferrule inserts into a tungsten
Coupling Lenses, page FO-16. carbide ferrule holder contained in every
OFR FiberPort. These tungsten carbide
Connector-Interface Option
sleeves are extremely resistant to wear,
PAF-X Series Connector-Interface
thus assuring coupling repeatability FiberPort with cover removed, face view,
FiberPorts (FC/APC) are intended for showing coupling adjust-and-lock screws
after one or a hundred connections.
applications in which it is desirable
to connect/disconnect the FiberCable.
OFR guarantees highly repeatable
( 0.1 dB)* coupling efficiency, only
when PAF FiberPorts and OFR
FiberCables are used as matched pairs.
* with single-mode systems
Permanent Pigtail Option

PAF-H Series Hard-Wired Permanent
Pigtail FiberPorts are intended for
applications not requiring connect/ PAF-H Non-disconnectable PAF-X Disconnectable (FC/APC)
disconnect. When installed in any
FiberBench assembly, system stability
Easy-Touch FiberPort, When used as a collimator, Easy-

Touch FiberPort is an easy-to-use
Catalog
Number Fiber
Beam Steering is Easy beam steerer. Whether used in PAFE-X- Matched FiberCable
The new Easy-Touch FiberPort, with collimating or coupling applications, order separately,
easy-to-use fingertip adjusters, offers Easy-Touch FiberPort is quickly and see page FO-9
an alternative to the traditional FiberPort easily adjusted and readjusted. : when ordering specify wavelength.
with its hexagonal Allen wrench
adjustment.
Easy-Touch FiberPort, with ultra-fine-
thread adjusting screws, allows finger-
tip fine control of steering adjustment.
It is intended for applications
requiring realignment, such as fiber
changes or lens changes. For permanent
systems, OFR recommends standard
Easy-Touch Fiberport... Easy-Touch Fiberport has Easy-Touch Fiberport
FiberPorts. fine control of beam same coupling adjustment with optional FiberCable
aiming is easy screws as traditional Fiberport (See page FO-9)

LaserPorts
Cooled and Non-Cooled TO3 LaserPorts are available for any
customer-furnished TO3 laser. The
collimated beam. Having x-y-z and
- fine controls, the LaserPort is
LaserPorts LaserPort mounts onto a industry- precision aligned to maintain optimum
T-E Cooled LaserPorts are available standard heatsink with laser socket collimation.
for 5.6 mm and 9.0 mm lasers. plate. Simply attach to your laser/ OFR will mount and align customer-
Included in the T-E LaserPort are: radiator assembly and follow easy furnished lasers when requested.
AR-coated micro-aspheric lens instructions for collimation alignment. However, OFR bears no responsibility
with 5 axes of adjustment See also page FO-20. for performance of customer-furnished
Thermo-electric Peltier cooler, In all LaserPorts, the same ultra- lasers, nor for damage to same while
100-900 mA typical fine FiberPort alignment mechanism in OFR possession. Please inquire.
Thermistor, 10 K Ohm for 25 C houses the AR-coated aspheric Lens You will never be told to Press 1
typical that produces a nominal 1x 2 mm Now when you call OFR!
Heat sink and radiator
Catalog
OFR FiberBench FB-38-1W Number Description
Alignment instructions PAL-TE-5.6 or 9.0- T-E Cooled LaserPort for 5.6 mm or 9.0 mm laser.
Color-coded wiring instructions. PAL-5.6 or 9.0- Non Cooled LaserPort for 5.6 mm or 9.0 mm laser.
OFR does not supply the power PAL-TO3- LaserPort for TO3 Laser
supply. However, the LaserPort is NOTE: when ordering, specify wavelength.
pre-wired by OFR. Simply plug in your
laser. Instructions for easy collimation
alignment are included. Optionally
available are AMP 10 pin or Cannon
ITT mini 9 pin connectors.
PAL-TE-9.0-1550 with integral OFR-supplied PAL-TO3-830 mounted on customer's

T-E Cooler & calibrated thermistor. heatsink, with customer-furnished TO3 laser.
OFR does not supply the power supply.
Non-cooled LaserPort
Interchangeable FiberPort Lenses (see FO-16)

It is often desirable to compare Bulkhead requirement. Effective
the performance of different Fiber- The Bulkhead, the threaded portion Catalog Focal
Port Lenses. The easiest and most on which the Connector attaches, is Number Length Bulkhead
economical way to do this is to use different in length for the two groups LLO-PAF-2- 2.0 mm FCBH-S
interchangeable Lenses, with one of Lenses as listed below. LLO-PAF-5- 4.6 mm FCBH-S
FiberPort that is never removed. FiberPort Lenses LLO-PAF-2,5,7 LLO-PAF-7- 7.5 mm FCBH-S
All FiberPort Lenses are mounted can be interchanged using FCBH-S LLO-PAF-11- 11.0 mm FCBH-LA
in a Cell that is compatible with all LLO-PAF-15- 15.4 mm FCBH-LA
Bulkhead. Likewise, LLO-PAF-11,15
FiberPort models. The Cell positions : specify wavelength in nm.
use the FCBH-LA. When interchanging
the principal plane of the Lens at one Lenses from one group to another, it
focal length distance from the polished is not necessary to change FiberPort
fiber endface, resulting in collimation. bodies. It is only necessary to inter-
FiberPort Lens Cells are magnetic, and change Bulkheads.
are easily installed and interchanged
on site. In summary, interchanging Lenses
and Bulkheads is simple, quick and
economical.
Lenses are easily interchanged in FiberPort.

FiberPorts
MirrorPorts
(Retrace Systems)
The MirrorPort contains a dielectric
coated Mirror with >99% reflection. Catalog Max R
The same precision mechanism used Number Spectrum
in the FiberPorts and LaserPorts FMB-VIS 450-700 nm
allows ultra fine adjustment of the FMB-NIR 700-950 nm
MirrorPort to assure optimum reverse FMB-YAG 950-1150 nm
coupling of the laser beam back into
FMB-IR1 1280-1340 nm
the fiber.
Note that MirrorPorts are inter- FMB-IR2 1530-1570 nm
changeable, so that other wavelengths FMB-AL Aluminum
can be easily accommodated. OFR FMB-AU Gold
MirrorPorts can be assembled as an MirrorPort on Short FiberBench
orthoconjugate retroreflector (Faraday
Rotator Mirror). See page FO-25.
Also see FO-53.
DetectorPorts
An optional means of measuring inten-
sities is the DetectorPort, which is Specifications:
mounted on a FiberBench or FiberTable. Detector area 0.8mm2 (InGaAs)
The DetectorPort contains an amplified Bandwidth 50 MHz
silicon or InGaAs detector (for visible Wavelength 400-1100 nm (silicon)
or infrared operation, respectively), 800-1800 nm (InGaAs)
whose output voltage is proportional
to the average (cw) intensity of light. Input 110 VAC (power supply included)
This voltage is measured using any Output BNC connector
voltmeter or oscilloscope.
Monitoring laser power in a system Catalog Number Description
is easily done using a DetectorPort
PAD- DetectorPort
on the side of a FiberTable. A Tap
PSP-04/96-ACB- Tap Beamsplitter on ACB Base
Beamsplitter picks off a nominal 4% When ordering, specify wavelength in nm, for example, PAD-1550.
of the optical beam and directs it to the
DetectorPort.
Clearly, it is necessary to have
confidence that the tapped-off energy
is a true indicator of the laser power.
However, if the tap beamsplitter is
a standard beamsplitter, and if the
State of Polarization (SOP) varies,
then the tapped-off energy will vary
according to changes in SOP.
What is needed is a beamsplitter
that is not sensitive to SOP. This is
OFRs PSP (Polarization-State
Preserving) Beamsplitter. See Tap Beamsplitter and DetectorPort
page FO-13 on typical FiberBench
The Tap Beamsplitter is mounted
on an ACB Base (see page FO-11),
in turn mounted in the beam path on
a FiberTable, page FO-4.

FiberCables
Single Mode (SM) and Single Mode (SM) FiberCables with FC Connector
Polarization-Maintaining Catalog Number Description
(PM) FiberCables FCS--l- FC/APC FiberCable, FC/APC connector one end
FC-connectorized Single Mode and FCS--l- FC/APC/APC Patchcord, FC/APC both ends
Polarization-Maintaining FiberCables FCS--l- FC/PC/APC Patchcord, FC/PC one end, FC/APC other end
are available with OFR standard APC FCS--l- FC/PC/PC Patchcord, FC/PC both ends
or optional PC polish. FC-connector-
When ordering, specify wavelength in nm.
ized FiberCables connect to OFR X- l: length, 1 meter or 2 meters or other. For example, for 3-meter length FCS-1550-3-FC/APC.
Type FiberPorts (see page FO-6).
Single Mode FiberCables
Polarization Maintaining (PM) FiberCables with FC Connector
FC/APC-connectorized SM FiberCables
are available for wavelengths from Catalog Number Description
488 nm to 1550 nm. Also, OFR FCPx--l- FC/APC FiberCable, FC/APC connector on end
connectorizes customer-supplied,
FCPx--l- FC/APC/APC Patchcord, FC/APC both ends
125 m cladded fiber.
FCPx--l- FC/PC/APC Patchcord, FC/PC one end, FC/APC other end
FiberCables can be ordered with
connector on one end and other end FCPx--l- FC/PC/PC Patchcord, FC/PC both ends
cleaved, or as a patchcord with both When ordering, specify wavelength in nm.
l: length, 1 meter or 2 meters or other. For example, for 3-meter length FCPP-1550-3-FC/APC.
ends connectorized.
x: PANDA FCPP --3-FC/APC, etc.
Polarization-Maintaining x: Bowtie FCPB--3-FC/APC, etc.
FiberCables x: Oval Inner Clad FCPO--3-FC/APC, etc.
Polarization-Maintaining (PM) fibers
employ a stress technique to stress
the core of the fiber to create two
propagation paths within the fiber
core. Linearly polarized light aligned
to either the slow or fast axis of the
fiber will remain linearly polarized.
This is analogous to an optical
retarder.
OFR PM fibers are also available PANDA BOWTIE OVAL INNER CLAD
with FC/PC and FC/APC with the
connector key aligned parallel to the
slow axis of the fiber. The slow axis of PM Fiber Type Order as Most Common usage
PM fiber is parallel to the stress PANDA (OFR Standard) FCPP- 488-514, 633, 850, 1064, 1310, 1550 nm
members or major diameter of Oval
Bowtie FCPB- 1064 nm inquire
Inner-Clad PM fiber.
Oval Inner Clad FCPO- 1064 nm inquire
OFR stocks a variety of PM Fiber-
Cables, with emphasis on 1310nm
& 1550nm.
Standard lengths are 1 meter and
2 meters. Minimum quantity of 2 each KEY
must be ordered for custom lengths.
FAST
AXIS
SLOW AXIS

FiberCables
FC Adapter, super high precision, Ultra high mechanical tolerancing Catalog
monolithic stainless steel body One-piece stainless construction Number Description
A simply better engineered product. Ceramic split-sleeve insert FCA-N FC Adapter with
One-piece stainless steel body. Ultra 2.00 mm key
70% less keyway slop
high dimensional tolerancing. Ceramic FCA-W FC Adapter with
split-sleeve insert. These are some of Absolute repeatability
2.14 mm key
the reasons that OFR's FC Adapters PM fiber repeatable connecting
are absolutely repeatable, with no fiber Reduced fiber-end scratching
end-face scratching. Extremely tight For PC and APC
tolerance on keyway slot assures
trouble-free performance, especially
with PM fiber.
Connector Types & End-Face Polish: FC/APC connectors are required Connector Losses
FC/PC and FC/APC for fiber-to-air applications requiring Insertion loss at each connector-pair
The term FC comprises a mechan- low return loss, such as Collimators, varies according to type of connector
ical definition of a specific type of FiberPort couplers, and laser-to-fiber polish and fiber core diameter (wave-
connector, while PCand APC coupling. length related).
describe the kind of polish applied to
that connector (thus, fiber) end face: Typical Connector Loss (dB)
PC = physical contact, end face Type Description 633 850 1060 1310/1550
polished convex, OFR option. PC Physical contact with convex radius 0.6 0.4 0.3 0.2
APC = as above, but angle-polished APC As above, but end face tilted at 8 0.8 0.6 0.5 0.3
at 8 angle, OFR standard.
Typically, FC/PC connectors have
lowest insertion loss and low (-35 to
-45 dB) return loss (back reflection),
and are used for fiber-to-fiber
connections.
Multimode FiberCables
Multimode FiberCables are available
with FC or SMA connectors. Core Multimode (MM) FiberCables with FC Connector
diameters of 50 m, 62.5 m, 100 m Catalog Number Description
with 125 m cladding are standard.
FCM--l-- SMA FiberCable, SMA connector one end
200 m and 400 m use SMA
connector. FCM--l-- FC/PC FiberCable, FC/PC connector one end
When ordering, specify core diameter 50, 63,100 m.
l length, specify 1 meter or 2 meters or other.
2 meters. Minimum quantity of 2 each wavelength in nm. For example, for 3-meter length FCM-50-2-830-SMA.

Optical Components
OFR manufactures numerous, precision Optical Component mounted onto an All Component Module Bases
Optical Components that can be easily intermediate Stage Adapter. Precision, mount onto the FiberBench via
inserted into the optical path, simply by hardened steel dowel pins on the hardened, precision pins, and are
plugging the Component Module into underside of the Stage Adapter then locked for absolute stability.
the FiberBench or FiberTable. A fit into receiving holes on the
Component Module consists of an FiberBench Base and FiberTable.
Empty Component Bases

For applications using non-OFR or
Catalog
loose optical components, empty Number Description
Component Bases are available.
HCB Fixed Base
These are used on all standard OFR
RCB Rotating Base
Optical Component Modules.
FCB Fixed Component Base
ACB 3-Axis Aiming Base
Four Bases are available:
HCB Fixed Base for non-deviating RCB Rotating Base for components FCB Fixed Component Base for half-
components, such as parallel windows, requiring rotation, such as retarders, inch components, such as Attenuating
filters, etc. polarizers, etc.3 resolution. Filters (see page FO-15), and Aperture
Plates (see page FO-12).
ACB 3-Axis Aiming Base for deviation

compensation, featuring ultra-stable
flexure joints. It is especially significant
because it accommodates many
different components.
See http://www.ofr.com/fiberbench/emptycomponentbase.html
for diagrams showing the many options available.

Alignment Tools
Tweakers
Normally, beam alignment in a
FiberBench is effected by using the Catalog When ordering
Number Description Specify Wavelength
FiberPorts (see pages FO-6, 37).
However, Tweakers offer an alternate HW-XY-t-* X-Y Tweaker* -VIS 425-675 nm
means of x-y and F-Q control of HW-FT- - Tweaker -NIR 700-950 nm
*t: specify 1.5 mm or 2.5 mm thickness -YAG 950-1150 nm
beam alignment.
: specify wavelength, for example, HW-XY-1.5-IR -IR 1300-1550 nm
The X-Y Tweaker consists of a
precision polished, AR coated plane-
parallel plate mounted on a magnetic
ball-and-socket. It is rotated and tilted
in nearly any orientation. The beam is
consequently displaced parallel to itself
as much as 250 m with hyperfine
precision. Tilting beyond 30 can affect
insertion loss because of AR coating
angular dependence.
The - Tweaker consists of
two precision polished, AR coated
weak wedges in a dual rotary mount
that permits independent rotation of
- Tweaker X-Y Tweaker
each wedge. Thus, the combined

angular displacement of the pair 600
can be controlled with hyperfine
precision anywhere within a 0.5 500
cone.
In addition to aligning a FiberBench
Displacement m
or FiberTable, Tweakers are often 400

used to steer a beam in free-space
applications. 300
mm
2.5
Aperture Plates 200
t=
m
Fitting into the Fixed Component Base, .5 m
t=1
page FO-11, are black-anodized
Aperture Plates. These are used as 100
an aid in alignment.
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30
Tilt Angle
Displacement vs Tilt Angle
Catalog
Number Description
HW-1.5 Aperture Plate with 1.5 diameter aperture
HW-2.5 Aperture Plate with 2.5 diameter aperture

Optical Components
50/50 Beamsplitters Catalog Numbers
An OFR Laser Beamsplitter Plate, 50/50 Plates Polarizing Cubes Wavelength
mounted on a 3-Axis Aiming Base MS-B-VIS PSCL-B-VIS 450-675 nm
(see page 11), comprises the MS-B-VNIR PSCL-B-VNIR 630-860 nm
Beamsplitter Module. MS-B-YAG PSCL-B-YAG 950-1100 nm
These produce a 50/50 split with MS-B-IR PSCL-B-IR 1270-1600 nm
unpolarized light within the wavelength
band specified. The beamsplitter
coating is dielectric, and all air Polarizing Beamsplitters WDM Beamsplitters (dichroic) are
surfaces are AR coated. When ordering, An OFR Broadband Polarizing available on a custom basis. Please
specify wavelength of operation. Beamsplitter prism cube, mounted inquire.
Beamsplitter Modules are intended on a 3-Axis Aiming Base (see page For additional information on
for applications requiring access to FO11), comprises the Polarizing other beamsplitters, See PRECISION
two or more output beams. Split ratios Beamsplitter Module. This splits the OPTICAL COMPONENTS, page OC-17.
other than 50/50 are available on collimated laser beam into its S and
special order. P polarized components, with the S
For additional information on other (vertical) component reflecting 90,
beamsplitters, See PRECISION and the P (horizontal) component
OPTICAL COMPONENTS, page OC-17. continuing undeviated.
Separation of polarization of the
two components is > 1000:1 (30dB).
Custom 1x4 Splitter
Broadband PSP* Beamsplitters *Polarization-State-Preserving

In most fiber-optic applications it is of the input beam, and is characterized SPECIFICATIONS
necessary to maintain the State of by wide bandwidths (50-100 nm) and Rs = Ts = 50% 3%
Polarization (SOP) of light in the wide fields-of-view ( 5). The PSP Rp = Tp = 50% 3%
system. However, if an ordinary Beamsplitter produces a 50/50 split Bandwith: c 50 -100 nm
beamsplitter is used, the SOP will be within 3% for both output beams, and Custom ratios available
changed. An ordinary beamsplitter preserves the SOP and phase angle of
Center (c)
is described as a plate of glass at 45 the polarized components of the input. Wavelength Order as
that reflects (S) and transmits (P) Other split ratios are available on 500 nm VIS
incident light, whether coated or a custom basis. Please inquire. 633 nm VIR
uncoated. This is because this type of A special PSP Beamsplitter with 800 nm NIR1
beamspitter affects the SOP of the 4% reflection and 96% transmission 980 nm NIR2
S and P beams. See rear cover of is used to sample the optical beam 1310 nm IR1
PRECISION OPTICAL COMPONENTS for the purpose of mounting power. 1550 nm IR2
brochure in this catalog for equations. See page FO-8. NOTE: some wavelengths under development,
So-called non-polarizing beam-

splitters might maintain the S and P
Catalog
amplitudes, but not the phase angle Number R/T
between them. In short, a non-polar-
PSP-B-50/50- 50/50
izing beamsplitter does not maintain
: when ordering, specify wavelength,
the SOP. for example PSP-B-50/50-IR2.
The OFR PSP Beamsplitter

utilizes unique and proprietary tech-
nology. It is the only beamsplitter on
the market that preserves the SOP PSP Beamsplitter on empty FiberTable.

Optical Components
Polarizers
A Polarizer, mounted on a Component are dichroic type linear Polarizers with The most common application of
Base, comprises the OFR Polarizer both sides AR coated. Specify wave- Walk-Off Polarizers is in a 1x2 splitter
Module. Transmittance is >98% length when ordering. configuration. See photos below.
(insertion loss <0.1 dB) within the Walk-Off Polarizers, precision These Polarizers are capable of
wavelength range specified, and the polished calcite blocks, are specifically handling extremely high optical powers,
extinction of a crossed pair is >104 designed for construction of polarization and have extremely wide bandwith
(40 dB). independent systems and other optical and the highest polarization ratio of
In addition to Polarizing Beamsplitters devices. all types of polarizers.
(see FO-13), two types of Polarizers For complete separation of S and P, For additional information on other
are stocked: beam diameter cannot exceed Clear polarizers, see PRECISION OPTICAL
Aperture, otherwise overlap will occur. COMPONENTS, pages OC-(22-25).
Linear Polarizers, mounted in RCB
Rotating Cell (see page FO-11). These
Catalog Clear P
Number Description Extinction Transmission Aperture
PCB-- Linear Polarizer >40 dB >98% 1.5, 2.5, 4.0, 6.0 mm

PBB---R Right Handed Walk-Off Polarizer >50 dB >98% 0.5,1.0 mm (and separation) S
PBB---L Left Handed Walk-Off Polarizer >50 dB >98% 0.5,1.0 mm (and separation)
: specify Aperture
: specify Wavelength Left Handed
*PBB, for complete S and P beam separation, beam diameter cannot exceed Clear Aperture. Walk-Off Polarizer
Optimized Catalog Numbers

Wavelength PCB PBB
425-675 nm n/a PBB-VIS S
600-900 nm n/a PBB-NIR
780-850 nm PCB-NIR2 PBB-NIR2
900-1150 nm PCB-YAG PBB-YAG
P
1200-1400 nm PCB-IR1 PBB-IR1
1400-1600 nm PCB-IR2 PBB-IR2 Right Handed
Walk-Off Polarizer
Medium FiberBench with PBB Walk-Off Polarizers Variable 1x2 Splitter, a Walk-Off Polarizer Application
and PCB Linear Polarizer in RCB Rotating Cell.

Optical Components
Retarders
An OFR Crystal Quartz Zero-Order
or Achromatic Retarder in a Rotating Catalog Insertion
Number Description Loss Aperture
Base comprises the Retarder Module.
1/4-Wave and 1/2-Wave Retarders are RZB-1/4- 1/4-wave <0.1 dB 4 mm
available for all standard laser wave- RZB-1/2- 1/2-wave <0.1 dB 4 mm
lengths. These Zero-Order Retarders RMAB-1/4-IR 1/4-wave, 1200-1600 nm <0.1 dB 4 mm
have the widest bandwidth (6 nm) and RMAB-1/2-IR 1/2-wave, 1200-1600 nm <0.1 dB 4 mm
highest extinction potential (104 -10 5) : when ordering , specify wavelength, for example RZB-1/2-1310.
of all types of retarders.
OFR Retarders are manufactured
In order to function in as many
to the exact wavelength of intended
applications as possible, the Retarders
use, and all surfaces are AR coated.
are mounted in a Rotating Cell with
Therefore, when ordering, specify
engraved angle-index, page FO-11.
wavelength of operation.
The 1/4-Wave Retarder produces
For additional information on these
circularly polarized light. It is used with
and other Retarders, see PRECISION
a 1/2-Wave Retarder to construct a
OPTICAL COMPONENTS, page OC-26.
Polarization Controller. See page
FO-27 for further details.
The 1/2-Wave Retarder is generally Axis alignment into PM fiber using
used to control rotation of the plane Half-Wave Retarder (RZB-1/2)
of polarization.
Attenuators
An OFR Neutral Density Filter, mounted Catalog
in Fixed Component Base (see page Number Attenuation Steps (dB) Neutral Filters:
FO-11), comprises the dB Attenuator Density vs Transmittance
FDB-(dB) 3 6 10 20 30 40
Module. These are available in dB Transmittance 0.50 0.2 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4
attenuation steps of 3, 6, 10, 20, 30 D
Note: Order as FDB-20, for example.
and 40 dB.
Any of these can be added in 100% T%
series to achieve higher attenuation
values. For example, 20 dB plus 30
dB yield a total of 50 dB. This is easily
achieved by setting the Modules onto
the Component Stage.
D= log10 ( 1T )
Components are tilted to prevent
back reflection. T=(log-1D)-1= (10 D )-1
Both the FiberBench and FiberTable
are designed to accept several Long FiberBench with FDB Attenuator Modules
Modules. See page FO-4.

Optical Components
Coupling Lenses
Coupling a laser output with Mounted Double-Aspheric Lenses
maximum efficiency into a single-mode
Catalog Focal Working Numerical Maximum Equivalent
fiber requires a lens of extraordinary Number Length Distance Aperture Beam Dia. Magnification
properties. Steep aspheric curves
LLO-4-18-* 18.4 mm 17.0 mm 0.13 4.4 mm 10X
reduce back reflections, limiting feed-
LLO-6-11- 11.0 mm 9.1 mm 0.30 6.5 mm 16X
back significantly in comparison to
LLO-8-8-* 8.0 mm 5.5 mm 0.50 8.0 mm 20X
GRIN lenses. Optical performance
LLO-4-7- 7.5 mm 5.5 mm 0.30 4.5 mm 24X
must be diffraction limited. Insertion
LLO-4-4- 4.6 mm 2.4 mm 0.53 4.8 mm 40X
loss must be at an absolute minimum.
LLO-2-2-* 2.0 mm 0.9 mm 0.50 2.0 mm 90X
Such performance is typical of * not available for HoYAG.
NOTE: When ordering, specify wavelength, for example, LLO-4-4-NIR.
OFR Laser Lenses for Fiber-Optic
and Laser Diode applications. These
are micro double -aspheric Lenses, Unmounted Double-Aspheric Lenses
designed for diffraction limited per-
Catalog Focal Back Focal Center Numerical Lens
formance. Both surfaces are multilayer Number Length Length Thickness Aperture Diameter
anti-reflection coated. Transmittance
LL-3-2-* 2.0 mm 0.9 mm 2.0 mm 0.50 3.0 mm
exceeds 99% at the peak wavelength.
LL-4-7- 7.5 mm 5.8 mm 2.7 mm 0.27 4.0 mm
Mounted LLO series lenses are AR LL-4-11- 11.0 mm 9.6 mm 2.2 mm 0.18 4.0 mm
coated and mounted in a Microscope LL-6-5- 4.6 mm 2.9 mm 3.1 mm 0.53 6.0 mm
Objective Cell with industry standard * not available for HoYAG.
NOTE: When ordering, specify wavelength, for example, LL-3-2-IR
RMS thread. Other mounting options
available. Please inquire.
Unmounted LL series lenses as Antireflection Coatings
above but unmounted. Max T
Interchangeable FiberPort Lenses, Spectrum Order as
see page FO-7. 380 - 640 nm - VIS
600 - 990 nm - NIR
970 - 1100 nm - YAG
Threaded Adapter Rings 1100-1550 nm - IR
Two Adapter Rings are available for 1.9 - 2.15 um - HoYAG*
LLO Aspheric Lenses in RMS Cells.
the FiberPort: *LL-3-2, LLO-2-2 and LLO-8-8
not available for HoYAG.
RMS Thread Adapter for LLO Lenses
C-Mount Adapter for miscellaneous,
such as camera lenses.
These Adapter Plates bolt directly to
the FiberPort Wallplate.
Catalog LLO Aspheric Lens Mounted on FiberBench

Number Description
POA-RMS RMS Threaded Adapter Ring for microscope objectives
POA-C C-Mount Threaded Adapter Ring
Camera lens with C-Mount Adapter

Assembled CONTENT
KIT Build-it-Yourself KITS
PAGE NO.
FO-18
FiberBench KIT Basic FiberBenches

KIT FiberBench Isolators
FO-18
FO-21
Systems Isolator & Faraday Rotator Modules

KIT FiberBench Variable 1 x 2 & 1x3 Splitters
FO-23
FO-23
FiberBench Delay Lines FO-24
KIT Polarization Mode Disperser FO-24
KIT FiberBench Retrace Systems FO-25
FiberBench Attentuators FO-26
PMD Compensator FO-29

KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as

Build-it-Yourself KITs...see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits,
We customize many of or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
our standard FiberBench

mini-systems. What's your Look for Products
requirement? Give us a call.
Basic FiberBenches
One of the goals of the OFR FiberBench maximum coupling efficiency and components fixed in place, or they can
product line is to make possible the throughput. Further, in order to assure be ordered without permanent affixing.
construction of specific fiber-optic mini alignment stability of FiberBench All OFR FiberBench Mini-Systems
systems that are not commercially Mini-Systems, OFR has conducted are tested, and a copy of test data is
available. shock, vibration and temperature retained on file for every unit shipped.
Stability is among the most testing on the three Basic Fiber- In addition to the OFR Factory
important features of OFR's stainless Benches. The result is that OFR Assembled FiberBench Systems
steel FiberBench systems. The unique FiberBench Mini-Systems retain described in the following pages, OFR
FiberPort (US patent) produces an alignment without degradation, in will design and assemble custom
expanded, collimated beam, and spite of environmental disturbances configurations. Please call to discuss
assures that a system remains aligned far beyond anything expected in most special requirements with OFR
without loss of coupling efficiency. laboratory applications. engineering sales department.
Factory-assembled FiberBench Normally, FiberBench Systems
Mini-Systems are pre-aligned for are permanently aligned with all
Build-it-Yourself
Kits Available
Want to build your own FiberBench
system? Discuss your application with
an OFR engineer. He/she will help
with your design, and will e-mail the
complete list of part numbers to order.
Your Kit will be delivered expeditiously
along with assembly, alignment and
test instructions.
Look for KITS designation,
especially in Assembled FiberBench
Systems, page FO-2 and following.
Note also that custom-designed Fiber-
Bench systems can be built from KITS.
Consider this option when discussing
your FiberBench requirement with OFR.
KIT... see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
Example
Build-It-Yourself KITS are available. Look for KITS throughout this catalog. See
www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits for schematic assembly diagrams and parts list as
shown in the typical example below. See also page FO-2.
For 1x3 Variable Splitter, = 780 nm (for example) KIT, simply add - KIT
on the part Number, for example, PSFV-FFT-1x3-780-KIT. The following
parts, along with assembly, alignment and testing instructions, will be delivered.
Quantity Part Number Description Page

1 FT-38x100 FiberTable FO-4
4 PAF-X- FiberPort FO-6
2 PBB-10-780-L Polarizer FO-14
2 MY-B-780 45 Mirror OC-16*
2 ACB Aiming Base FO-11
4 FCS-780-1-FC/APC FiberCable FO-9
2 RZB-1/2-780 Retarder FO-15
*See PRECISION OPTICAL COMPONENTS catalog

Basic FiberBenches
Fiber-to-Fiber Performance Specification of Typical FiberBenches
The Fiber-to-Fiber Coupling System
S Base (1.5") M Base (2.0") L Base (3.0")
consists of the FiberBench Base
with two FiberPorts and two (input Fiber-to-Fiber Insertion Loss (dB) 0.4 0.2 0.5 0.2 0.7 0.2
& output) FiberCables (distal end is Return Loss at Input/Output (back reflection) <50 dB
cleaved). The Fiber-to-Fiber Coupling Values shown are for single-mode fiber operating at 1310 nm or 1550 nm.
System is "empty", containing no Insertion loss can be higher with shorter wavelengths.
Optical Component Modules, and is See pages 11 and 13 for descriptions of FiberBenches and FiberPorts, and
used for coupling light from one fiber page 15 for FiberCables.
to another across an open air-gap.
Catalog FiberBench Input & Output
In all FiberBench Coupling Systems
Number Base FiberCable Type
using OFR PM FiberCables, both the
KIT FFBS-S--X or Y Short Base, 1.5" Standard Single-Mode
slow axis and the FC receptacle
KIT FFBM-S--X or Y Medium Base, 2.0" Standard Single-Mode
keyway are vertical. Both the plane KIT FFBL-S--X or Y Long Base, 3.0" Standard Single-Mode
of polarization and the fiber stress KIT FFBS-P--X or Y Short Base, 1.5" Polarization Maintaining
rods are vertical. KIT FFBM-P--X or Y Medium Base, 2.0" Polarization Maintaining
A major feature of OFR FiberBench KIT FFBL-P--X or Y Long Base, 3.0" Polarization Maintaining
Coupling Systems is stability. When ordering, specify options as follows:
Transmittance remains constant after : Wavelength in nm
X: Connector Interface (FC/ APC)
temperature change, shock and vibra-
Y: Permanent Pigtail
tion far greater than experienced in For example FFBS-S-1310-X
typical laboratory use. KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
STANDARD WAVELENGTHS (nm)
633 780 850 1310
670 810 980 1550
690 830 1064
All OFR FiberBench Systems are
available in two Hook-up Options:
FC/APC Connector Interface
(disconnectable). When ordering,
terminate Part Number with-X.
Permanent Pigtail, 1 meter.
When ordering, terminate Part FFBM-S-1310-X showing Connector Interface (FC/APC) FiberCables
Number with-Y.
FFBM-S-1310-Y showing Permanent Pigtail option

Basic FiberBenches
Laser-to-Fiber OFR mounts and aligns customer Transmittance remains constant after
furnished lasers. However, OFR bears temperature change, shock and vibra-
The Laser-to-Fiber Coupling System
no responsibility for performance of tion far greater than experienced in
consists of the FiberBench Base, a
customer furnished laser, nor for typical laboratory use.
LaserPort and a FiberPort, with one
damage to same while in OFR
output FiberCable with cleaved distal STANDARD WAVELENGTHS (nm)
possession.
end . The Laser-to-Fiber Coupling 633 780 850 1310
A customer-furnished TO3 laser
System is "empty" (containing no 670 810 980 1550
mounts onto the OFR TO3 LaserPort.
Optical Component Modules), and is 690 830 1064
used for directly coupling a diode
using OFR PM FiberCables, both the See pages FO-4 for descriptions
laser output into a fiber.
slow axis and the FC receptacle of the FiberBench Base, FiberPort
See page FO-7 for descriptions of
keyway are vertical. Both the plane and LaserPort, and page FO-9 for
LaserPorts that are available for the
of polarization and the fiber stress FiberCables.
following laser types:
rods are vertical. Laser-to-Fiber coupling Systems
5.6 mm 9.0 mm TO3 A major feature of OFR FiberBench have disconnectable FC/APC output
Coupling Systems is stability. FiberCable.
Cooled and Non-Cooled Laser-to-Fiber Coupling Systems

A Non-Cooled Laser-to-Fiber A Cooled Laser-to-Fiber Coupling A Cooled TO3 Laser-to-Fiber
Coupling System consists of a System consists of a FiberBench Coupling System consists of a
FiberBench with a Non-Cooled input with a T-E Cooled input LaserPort FiberBench with an input LaserPort
LaserPort (page FO-7) and an out- (page FO-7) and an output FiberPort for TO3 laser (page FO-7) and an
put FiberPort (FO-6). A customer- (FO-6). A customer-furnished 5.6 output FiberPort (FO-6). The customer-
furnished 5.6 mm or 9.0 mm laser is mm or 9.0 mm laser is mounted on furnished TO3 laser and heatsink are
mounted on the LaserPort. the cooled LaserPort. Included are mounted on the specially adapted
the T-E cooling element and calibrated LaserPort. OFR does not furnish the
thermistor. OFR does not furnish the power supply.
power supply.
Non-cooled Laser-to-Fiber Coupling System T-E cooled Laser-to-Fiber Coupling System TO3 Laser-to-Fiber Coupling System, with
for customer-furnished 5.6 mm and for customer-furnished 5.6 mm and 9.0 mm. customer-furnished TO3 laser and heatsink.
9.0 mm lasers. OFR supplies T-E cooling element and
calibrated thermistor, but not power supply
"- l -"
Catalog FiberBench Laser Type/Size Input & Output
Number Base (customer-furnished) Mini-System Type FiberCable
KIT FLBM-S- l --X Medium Base, 2.0" 5.6 mm, 9.0 mm, Non-Cooled Coupling System Standard Single-Mode
KIT FLBM-P- l --X Medium Base, 2.0" 5.6 mm, 9.0 mm, Non-Cooled Coupling System Panda PM
KIT FTBL-S- l --X Long Base, 2.0" 5.6 mm or 9.0 mm T-E Cooled Coupling System Standard Single-Mode
KIT FTBL-P- l --X Long Base, 2.0" 5.6 mm or 9.0 mm T-E Cooled Coupling System Panda PM
KIT FTBL-S- l --X Long Base, 2.0" TO3 T-E Cooled Coupling System Standard Single-Mode
KIT FTBL-P- l --X Long Base, 2.0" TO3 T-E Cooled Coupling System Panda PM
When ordering, specify options as follows:
l: Laser Type
: Wavelength in nm
X: Connector Interface (FC/APC) KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
For example FLBM-S-9.0-830-X. see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer.

FiberBench Isolators
Fiber-to-Fiber Isolators Polarization Dependent
The Fiber-to-Fiber Isolator consists
Catalog
of the FiberBench Base with two
Number Fiber-In/Out
FiberPorts and two (input & output)
FiberCables (distal end is cleaved). KIT IO-G-FFB--X or Y PM
mounted on the FiberBench Base are When ordering, specify Wavelength and Hook-Up Option:
the appropriate Isolator components. : specify Wavelength in nm
OFR will assemble Isolators for X: specify Connector-Interface (FC/APC)
the wavelengths listed below. These Y: specify Permanent Pigtail
can include many non-standard For example IO-G-FFB-830-X
wavelengths. NOTE: that input plane of polarization must be parallel to slow axis of PM fiber (parallel to stress rods).
Both Polarization Dependent and KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
Polarization Independent Isolators
are available. Performance 633 to 1310 &
Flexibility in terms of wavelength Specifications 850 nm 980 nm 1064 nm 1550 nm
fine-tuning, or pick-off of returned Isolation at peak (dB) 33-38 30-36 36-40 36-40
energy, for example, are possible Insertion Loss (dB) 1.3-1.8 1.5-2.0 1.5-2.0 1.0-1.7
with OFR FiberBench Isolators. Return Loss at Input/Output >50 dB
Bandwidth at 90% Peak Isolation 1-2% of Peak
Available Wavelengths (nm)
633 780 850 1310
670 810 980 1550 Polarization Independent
690 830 1064
Catalog
All OFR FiberBench Systems are Number Fiber-In/Out
available in two Hook-Up Options: KIT IO-F-FFB--X or Y Std. Single-Mode
FC/APC Connector-Interface
When ordering, specify Wavelength and Hook-Up Option:
(disconnectable). When ordering, : specify Wavelength in nm
terminate Part Number with -X. X: specify Connector-Interface (FC/APC)
Permanent Pigtail, 1-meter. Y: specify Permanent Pigtail
When ordering, terminate Part For example IO-F-FFB-830-X
Number with -Y. NOTE: that input plane of polarization must be parallel to slow axis of PM fiber (parallel to stress rods).
KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
See page FO-52 and following for see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
smaller package, specific wavelength
Performance 633 to 1310 &
Isolators, both low and high power. Specifications 850 nm 980 nm 1064 nm 1550 nm
You will never be told to Press 1 Isolation at peak (dB) 30-36 30-36 32-38 36-40
Now when you call OFR! Insertion Loss (dB) 1.6-2.3 1.1-1.7 1.2-1.7 0.4-1.1
Polarization Dependent Loss 0.2 dB
Polarization Mode Disperson 2.5 ps
Return Loss at Input/Output >50 dB
IO-F-FFB-980-Y Isolator IO-F-FFB-850-X Isolator

FiberBench Isolators
Laser-to-Fiber Isolators
A customer-furnished laser (5.6 or 9.0)
is installed on an OFR Laser-to-Fiber
Isolator. The Isolator is comprised of a
T-E Cooled Laser-to-Fiber Coupling
System (see page FO-20) on which
are installed appropriate Isolator com-
ponents.
OFR Laser-to-Fiber Isolators are
available in all wavelengths listed below.
Output fiber is standard single-mode.
Polarization maintaining (PM) or
multimode (MM) fibers are available
on special order. Please inquire.
A major feature of OFR FiberBench IO-P-FTB-9-980-X, Laser-to-Fiber Isolator. Note that alignment of plane of polarization is
Coupling Systems is stability. achieved with a 1/2-wave retarder (RZB-1/2-980. page FO-15) mounted in RCB Rotation
Transmittance remains constant after Base (page FO-11).
temperature change, shock and
vibration far greater than experienced
in typical laboratory use.
Available Wavelengths (nm)
633* 780* 850* 1310
670* 810* 980* 1550
690* 830* 1064
*also available for TO3
available in two Hook-Up Options:
FC/APC Connector-Interface
(disconnectable). When ordering,
terminate Part Number with -X.
Permanent Pigtail, 1-meter.
When ordering, terminate Part
IO-P-FTB-TO3-780-X, TO3 Laser-to-Fiber Isolator
Number with -Y.
Now when you call OFR! "-l-"
Catalog Laser Type
Number (customer-furnished) Fiber Out
KIT IO-P-FTB -l--X or Y 5.6 mm, 9.0 mm, TO3 Std.Single-mode
When ordering, specify Wavelength and Hook-Up Option:
l : laser type 5.6, 9.0, TO3
: specify Wavelength in nm
X: specify Connector-Interface (FC/APC)
Y: specify Permanent Pigtail
For example IO-P-FTB-9.0-1310-X
Performance 633 to 1310 &
Specifications 850 nm 980 nm 1064 nm 1550 nm
Isolation at peak (dB) 33-38 30-36 36-40 40-44
Coupling (%) >25 >30 >30 >30
Return Loss at Input/Output >50 dB

Isolator & Faraday Rotator Modules
Isolator Modules (see page FO-11) for mounting onto
any FiberBench or FiberTable. Isolator
The Isolator is polarization dependent.
For a description of isolator function,
An Isolator module is comprised of
Modules are aligned at OFR for the see page IO-2.
a Faraday Rotator with polarizers,
wavelength specified at time of order.
mounted on a dowel-pinned base
Catalog Select Insertion

Number Wavelength Isolation Loss Aperture Body Type
IOB-3D- 760-840 mm >30 dB 0.4-0.7 dB 3 mm II (page IO-15)
IOB-2D- 960-1000 nm >30 dB 0.4-0.6 dB 2 mm II (page IO-15)
IOB-2D- 1040-1070 nm >40 dB 0.3-0.5 dB 2 mm III (page IO-15)
IOB-D- 1280-1340 nm >40 dB 0.1-0.2 dB 1.7 mm D (page IO-18)
IOB-D- 1450-1625 nm >40 dB 0.1-0.2 dB 1.7 mm D (page IO-18)
Note: specify wavelength when ordering
Faraday Rotator Modules (45)

A primary application of a Faraday FO-53) in an interferometer or sensor for mounting onto any FiberBench
Rotator is in an Isolator or Circulator. application. As with the Isolators of FiberTable. Faraday Rotators are
Equally important is its use as a above, the Faraday Rotator module is aligned for 45 rotation at the wave-
Faraday Rotator Mirror (see page mounted on the dowel-pinned base length specified at time of order.
Catalog Select Insertion

Number Wavelength Isolation Loss Aperture Body Type
IOB-3D--I 630-860 nm >30 dB ~0.1 dB 3 mm II (page IO-15)
IOB-3D--I 960-1000 >30 dB 0.2-0.4 dB 3 mm II (page IO-15)
IOB-3D--I 1047-1083 nm >40 dB ~0.1 dB 3 mm III (page IO-15)
IOB-D--I 1280-1340 nm >40 dB ~0.1 dB 1.7 mm D (page IO-18)
IOB-D--I 1480 or 1550 or 1625 >40 dB ~0.1 dB 1.7 mm D (page IO-18)
Note: specify wavelength when ordering
Variable 1x2 & 1x3 Splitters

Variable 1x2 & 1x3 Splitters
Catalog Variable
A Variable Splitter consists of a Fiber Number Description Split Ratios
Table with FiberPorts and appropriate KIT PFSV-FFT-1x2 or 1x3--X FiberTable Variable Splitter 01/99 to 99/01
optical components. The split ratio
Note: specify wavelength in nm when ordering, and 1x2 or 1x3.
is varied by turning a 1/2- Wave
Retarder mounted in a Rotating Base. see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
Variable 1x2 Splitter with X-Ports. Variable 1x3 Splitter with X-Port in, Y-Ports out.

FiberBench Variable Delay Lines
Variable Delay Lines Catalog Air Gap Total Fiber
Number Change (mm) Delay (p-s) In/Out Insertion Loss
A Variable Delay Line is a modified
FiberBench that is actually a stainless VDL-FFB-13-S--X or X/Y 0-13 mm 0-43 p-s SM 0.5-1.5 dB
steel precision translation stage on VDL-FFB-13-P--X or X/Y 0-13 mm 0-43 p-s PM 0.5-1.5 dB
which are mounted two FiberPorts. VDL-FFB-25-S--X or X/Y 0-25 mm 0-83 p-s SM 0.5-1.5 dB
VDL-FFB-25-P--X or X/Y 0-25 mm 0-83 p-s PM 0.5-1.5 dB
Used in applications requiring a
Note: 1 m 3.3 p-s delay
variable optical pathlength, the VDL
Variable Delay Line has a precision
: Wavelength in nm
z-axis translation slide with microme- X: Connector Interface (FC/APC)
ter actuator. With the VDL it is possi- X/Y: Permanent Pigtail one end, connector other end
ble to control with high resolution the For example VDL-FFB-13-S-1550-X
air-path length of the collimated KIT... see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
beam between the FiberPorts.
In order that the System retain the
inherent stability of all FiberBenches,
the OFR VDL Variable Delay Line is
designed to eliminate backlash and
cross-talk between axes, and to repeat
within 1 m (~3.3 f-s) anywhere over
its travel range.

(disconnectable). When ordering, VDL-FFB-S-1310-X, Variable Delay Line
terminate Part Number with -X.
Permanent Pigtail, 1 meter.
Number with -Y.
Variable Polarization Mode Disperser

A unique configuration of a combined (A) Walk-Off Polarizer FO-14
3-Port FiberTable, Variable Delay Line (B) PSP Beamsplitter FO-13
and 2 MirrorPorts, with appropriate (C) MirrorPort (2) FO-8
optical components, allows a variable (D) Variable Delay Bench FO-24
delay of one polarization mode with
respect to the other of 20 p-s C
(see photo).
For further information on this S
A
application, contact OFR. For use
Variable Polarization Mode Disperser B C
of the Variable PM Disperser in a
PMD Compensator application,
P
see page FO-30 D
Pathlength of p-mode is varied with
respect to s-mode

FiberBench Retrace Systems
FiberBench Catalog Input & Output
Retrace Systems Number FiberBench Base FiberCable Type
The Fiber-to-Mirror Coupling (Retrace) KIT FMBS-S--X or Y Short Base, 1.5" Standard Single-Mode
System consists of the FiberBench
Base and one MirrorPort, with one : Wavelength in nm
FiberPort and one FiberCable X: Connector Interface (FC/ APC)
(distal end is cleaved) serving both Y: Permanent Pigtail
input/output functions. The Fiber-to- For example FMBS-S-830-X.
Mirror Coupling System is "empty," see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits, or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
containing no Optical Component
Modules, and is used for fiber path STANDARD WAVELENGTHS (nm)
retrace applications.
633 780 850 1310
The total (2-way) insertion loss of the 670 810 980 1550
FBM Retrace System is 0.5-1.0 dB. 690 830 1064
Two applications for the Retrace
Systems are:
Faraday Rotator Mirrors, see below.
Magnetic Field & Electrical Current (disconnectable). When ordering,
Sensors, inquire. terminate Part Number with -X.
See page FO-4 for descriptions of the Permanent Pigtail, 1 meter.
FiberBench Base and FiberPort (FO-6), When ordering, terminate Part FMBS-S-1550-X, Retrace System
and page FO-8 for the MirrorPort. Number with -Y.
Faraday Rotator Mirrors

(Orthoconjugate Retroreflector)
The Faraday Rotator Mirror consists
of the Fiber-to-Mirror Coupling System Catalog
plus a Faraday Rotator Module Number Fiber
See page FO-53. KIT MFI-FMB--X or Y Std. Single-Mode
Two basic applications are possible: When ordering, specify options as follows:
: Wavelength in nm
minimizing effects of polarization X: Connector interface (FC/APC)
state changes in single-mode Y: Permanent Pigtail
retrace applications, e.g., Michelson For example, MFI-FMB-1310-X.
Interferometer. Request separate KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
literature from OFR.
as polarization-state 90 rotator in
retrace circuits in fiber-optic lasers
and fiber-optic amplifiers. All OFR FiberBench Systems are
A major feature of OFR FiberBench available in two Hook-up Options:
Coupling Systems is stability. FC/APC Connector Interface
Transmittance remains constant after (disconnectable) When ordering,
temperature change, shock and vibra- terminate Part Number with -X.
tion far greater than experienced in
typical laboratory use. Permanent Pigtail, 1 meter.
STANDARD WAVELENGTHS (nm) Number with - Y.
633 780 850 1310* You will never be told to Press 1
670 810 980 1550* Now when you call OFR!
MFI-FMB-1550-X, Faraday Rotator Mirror
690 830 1064

FiberBench Attenuators
Variable Attenuators Catalog Polarization Attenuation
The OFR Variable Attenuator consists Number Type Range Fiber
of the Fiber-to-Fiber Coupling System KIT VA-FFB-S--X or Y Independent (1-40) dB) Std. Single-Mode
plus appropriate Polarizer and Retarder KIT VA-FFB-P--X or Y Dependent (1-40) dB) PM
Modules. See pages FO-13,14 for When ordering, specify options as follows:
descriptions. : Wavelength in nm
Both Polarization Dependent and X: Connector Interface (FC/APC)
Independent Variable Attenuators Y: Permanent Pigtail
are possible. For example VA-FFB-S-1310-X
In all FiberBench Coupling Systems KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
fast axis and the FC receptacle key-
way are vertical. Both the plane of
polarization and the fiber stress rods FC/APC Connector Interface
are horizontal. (disconnectable). When ordering,
A major feature of OFR FiberBench terminate Part Number with -X.
Coupling Systems is stability. Permanent Pigtail, 1 meter.
Transmittance remains constant after When ordering, terminate Part
temperature change, shock and vibra- Number with -Y.
tion far greater than experienced in
typical laboratory use.
Now when you call OFR! VA-FFB-S-980-X, Variable Attenuator
STANDARD WAVELENGTHS (nm)
633 780 850 1310
670 810 980 1550
690 830 1064

FiberBench CONTENT PAGE NO.
Polarization Polarization Reference Standards
Extinction Measurements
FO-28
FO-29
Control & KIT Polarization Controller
Polarization Analyzer
FO-30
FO-31
Measurement KIT... see www.ofr.com/fiberbench/kits,

or call OFR and speak to an engineer.
Our customers tell us that

polarization is their most
important problem. Here are Look for Products
some of our solutions.
Polarization Reference Standards
SOP* Reference (Patent 6,061,190)
*State of Polarization
Please see page FO-31 for a description State Position Catalog
of the SOP Module. This, mounted on Number Description Aperture
Linear Horizontal (0) No. 1 is up
a FiberBench, is used to generate Linear Vertical (90) No. 2 is up SOP- SOP Reference* 2 mm
4 states of polarization. Linear (45) No. 3 is up : when ordering, specify wavelength.
The heart of the SOP Module is Circular, right No. 4 is up, rotated * FiberBench must be ordered separately
an assembly containing a PCB Linear These are wavelength specific. Therefore,
Polarizer and an RZB-1/4 Retarder. specify wavelength when ordering
The Module is set in the appropriate
positions to generate the States of
Polarization.
Module is manually set in various positions.
Linear Polarization Reference (0, 45, 90, 135)

The Linear Polarization Reference
Plane Position Catalog
establishes a reference plane, starting Number Description Aperture
at 0, and then at every 45. The LP 0 (Horizontal) No. 1 is up
90 (Vertical) No. 2 is up LPR- LP Reference* 2 mm
Reference consists of a PCB Linear 45 No. 3 is up : when ordering, specify wavelength.
Polarizer in an SOP Module, held in a 135 No. 4 is up, rotated * FiberBench must be ordered separately
Capture Cage. These are wavelength specific. Therefore,
specify wavelength when ordering
LP Reference is based on SOP Module

(US Patent 6,061,190)

Fiber Extinction Measurement
In-Line Polarizer with SOP* Monitor Output
*State of Polarization
Based on the OFR Polarization Splitter rectly aligned S-pol can pass through Definitions
design (see page FO-49), the In-Line to output Port 2. Any P-pol component Port 3 Signal (total P-pol component in
Polarizer contains a crystal polarizer is split off and directed to Port 3, the the input) = Port 3 Output - Polarization
(see page FO-14) that separates light monitor output. Noise (inherent leakage of S-pol into Port 3
into its S and P components by >55 Thus, the In-Line Polarizer "cleans up" Output).
dB. Assuming the input is predomi- degraded extinction ratio in a PM fiber Thus, Polarization Noise limits the
nately S-polarized, with some P-polar- by removing the P-pol component minimum detectable departure of
ized component included, the In-Line and passing only the S-pol. the input from "perfect" SOP.
Polarizer passes pure S-pol straight SOP Monitor, Port 3 Extinction Ratio Resolution is the
through and out from Port 2. Any P-pol Because any P-polarized component ratio of Port 3 Signal Port 2 Signal,
content is split off and outputs from in the input is split off and is output where Port 2 Signal is the S-pol
Port 3. from Port 3, that output can be used content in the input. This indicates
to monitor any change in SOP of the the minimum detectable "undesirable"
P input PM fiber. For information on polarization.
3 polarization analysis, see page FO-31.
1 2
S Specifications (1 2) (1 3)
Insertion Loss 0.4-0.9 dB 0.5-1.1 dB

Extinction (output from PM fiber at Port 2) >27-34 dB
Applications Polarization Noise* <26-32 dB
Extinction Ratio Resolution >30-36 dB
Fiber extinction measurement
Return Loss (back reflection) >50-65 dB
Clean-up polarizer PM Fiber PANDA
System monitoring of linear * Polarization Noise results from alignment error between fiber axis and polarizer axis,
polarized light and extinction of input PM fiber (normalized value provided on data sheet).
Feedback source for active

polarization control Catalog
Polarization analysis Number Description
Clean-Up Polarizer PFP--P/P/P In-Line Polarizer with Monitor Output, PM at Port 3

PFP--P/P/S In-Line Polarizer with Monitor Output, SM at Port 3
The slow axis of the input PM fiber
NOTE: specify wavelength in nm, for example, PFP-1550-PPS.
at Port 1 is aligned to the polarizing
axis of the crystal so that only cor-
Add-On Polarizers Applications: The Add-On Polarizer slips onto

clean-up polarizer the Snap-On Collimator, and locks
Stainless Steel Add-On Polarizers
measuring extinction of PM fiber in place after the desired plane-of-
are designed to slip onto a Snap-On
polarization orientation has been set.
Collimator (page FO-45), to polarize Extinction measurement of PM
A unique magnetic coupling enables
the collimated beam output. fiber could not be easier. First, turn
this adjustment without danger of drifting.
the Add-On Polarizer to maximum
Linear Polarizer
output from the PM FiberCable and
AR coated, dichroic thin-plate
measure that value. Then, turn the
Polarizer, 45 dB (3 x 10-4), > 98%
Polarizer to minimum output and
transmittance, in Rotating Mount.
measure that. The ratio is the extinction.
Wavelength Catalog Catalog

Range Order as Transmittance Number Order as
630-860 nm VIR 85-95% PSO-L- Linear Polarizer

: When ordering, specify wavelength.
960-1100 nm YAG 96-98% For example, PSO-L-IR2.
1275-1350 nm IR1 98%
1480-1600 nm IR2 98% Add-On Polarizer (Standing at the rear) slips
onto any Snap-On-Collimator, page FO-45.

FiberBench Polarization Controller
The OFR Polarization Controller
Looped Fiber
replaces conventional looped fiber Questions OFR Polarization Polarization
types, yet performs the same functions. Controllers Controllers
It consists of the Fiber-to-Fiber Coupling
Is PM output Yes No. PM fiber must be Spliced
System with appropriate Retarder fiber available to output SM fiber
Component Modules. See page FO-15 as standard?
for description of Retarder Modules.
What about time, Extremely stable. Sensitive to physical
Control of polarization is achieved temperature and Insensitive to physical disturbances. Drifting
through the use of 1/4-Wave and 1/2- motion stability? disturbances. is common.
Wave Retarders whose parameters
Typical insertion loss is 1 dB (fiber-to-fiber). Return loss < 50 dB input/output.
are not affected by environmental
changes on the fiber. This accounts
for the stability of the OFR Polarization
Controller. Catalog
A Linear Polarizer (page FO-14) is Number Fiber
the third Module in the PC-FFB. It KIT PC-FFB-S/S--X or Y Std. Single-Mode
precedes or follows the 1/4-Wave and KIT PC-FFB-S/P--X or Y SM/in, PM/out
1/2-Wave Retarders (in that order) When ordering, specify options as follows:
according to the application. See : Wavelength in nm
www.ofr.com/fiberbenches/ X: Connector Interface (FC/PC)
polarizationcontroller. Y: Permanent Pigtail
In contrast, looped fiber controllers For example, PC-FFB-S/S-1550 -Y.
are sensitive to environmental changes, KIT... FiberBench Systems are also available as Build-it-Yourself KITs...
and therefore must be frequently
adjusted.
fast axis and the FC receptacle key-
way are vertical. Both the plane of
polarization and the fiber stress rods
are horizontal.
A major feature of OFR FiberBench
Coupling Systems is stability.
Transmittance remains constant after
temperature change, shock and vibra-
tion far greater than experienced in PC-FFB-S/P-1550-X PC-FFB-S/S-1310-Y
typical laboratory use. OFR Polarization Controllers include RZB-1/4, RZB-1/2 and PCB. See pages FO-14 and FO-15.

PMD Compensation/Manipulation
The Variable PM Disperser (see page Page
FO-24), in combination with a Polarization
(A) Polarization Controller (optional) FO-29
Controller and Circulator, can be
(B) Circulator FO-53
used to control PMD 20 ps. (C) PM Disperser FO-24
Please contact OFR for more informa-
tion on this new application.
A B C
Variable Polarization Mode Disperser

Suggested FiberBench configuration
for control of PMD

FiberBench Polarization Analyzer
Introduction corresponding to the three faces of
FB-PAM, the OFR FiberBench the triangle. The design eliminates
Polarization Analyzer, is a highly human error.
accurate, intuitive, and easy-to-use An added safety feature of the
manual polarimeter. The System Module Capture Cage is that it does
completely describes the State of not allow the SOP Module to tilt during
Polarization (SOP) of light, whether installation/removal, thus eliminating
from an optical fiber, or from a free- any chance of stray reflections from
space beam. optical surfaces.
The FB-PAM consists of a Fiber Finally, all optical surfaces are
Bench Collimator System on which is deeply recessed in the Module, thus
mounted a Module Capture Cage with preventing inadvertent fingerprints
State of Polarization (SOP) Module. on optical apertures.
Included are analysis software, appli-
cations notes and operations manual.
Operation
Description In order to analyze the SOP of light,
The FB-PAM uses time-sequential the FB-PAM requires a collimated
polarimetry, the most fundamental beam. Normally, the light-under-test
method of polarization measurement. is from an optical fiber. This fiber
Here, four required intensities are is connected to the FiberPort SOP Module is manually set in 4 positions.
measured in sequence. Collimator. From this, a collimated
The heart of the FB-PAM is the beam transmits through the optical The Sequence of
components in the SOP Module and Measurements is as follows.
SOP Module, a triangular block in
which are mounted a Polarizer and a directly to a detector or power meter. Measurement #1: the SOP Module
1/4-Wave Retarder. The Module is is reset in the Cage so that the
set into its Capture Cage which is engraved 1 is at the top position,
mounted on the FiberBench base facing the beam. In this position, the
plate. The Module is inserted into horizontal, linearly polarized portion
the beam path, and the four intensity of the light-under-test is measured.
values are measured. These numeric The value on the power meter is
values are entered into the supplied entered into the appropriate box in
analysis software, which calculates and the software.
displays complete polarimetric infor-
mation in graphical and tabular form. FB-PAM, FiberBench Polarization Analyzer
The FB-PAM can be bolted directly

to the optical table, or it can be post-
mounted to simplify alignment. Any
detector or power meter can be used
to measure the transmitted intensity.
A high strength magnet is imbedded SOP Module sets into Module
in the Cage Base, and a magnetic disc Capture Cage, in Positions 1 thru 3.
is imbedded in each of the three facets
of the SOP Module. When the Module Measurement #2: the SOP Module
is set in any of its three positions, the is reset in the Cage with the engraved
Cage Base magnet grabs against the 2 at the top position. The vertical,
SOP Module in Capture Cage linearly polarized portion of the light-
(US patent 6,061,190), 2 mm aperture
corresponding magnetic disc in the
SOP Module. This force of attraction, under-test is measured. The value
The accuracy of the FB-PAM is in combination with tight-tolerance is entered.
ensured by the tight manufacturing machining, assures absolutely repeat- Measurement #3: the SOP Module
tolerances of the SOP Module. It is able positioning, time-after-time, as the is reset with the engraved 3 at the
a precision machined 45-45-90 Module is set in sequence in the Cage. top position. The 45, linearly polarized
triangle, the simplest of geometric portion of the light-under-test is
shapes. Measurements are made with measured. The value on the power
the Module in each of three positions, meter is entered.

Measurement #4: during the previous
three measurements, the engraved #4
has faced away from the input beam.
Now, it is necessary to turn the SOP
OFR
Module backwards so that the #4
faces forward, and is at the top. In this
position, the right-circularly polarized
portion of the light-under-test is
measured. The value is entered.
Position 4 is on the reverse side

of Module, behind position 3.
Data analysis
These four intensity measurements Stokes parameters Jones Vector
are all that is required to calculate all
SO 1.000 Ex 0.8223
of the polarimetric information about S1 0.3523 Ey 0.5692
the light-under-test. The software S2 -0.7401 d (degrees) 142.2432
processes the data via matrix multi- S3 0.5732 d (waves) 0.3954
plication (the exact details of which
Polarimetric Data
depend on the Calibration Option
Degree of Polarization 100.0% orientation angle 32.273
selected by the user). Degree of Linear Polarization 82.0% ellipticity (E-field 0.315
The following quantities are calculated Degree of Circular Polarization 57.3% helicity right handed
and displayed in the software: Linear Extinction (dB) -10
Stokes Parameters Sample data box generated by analysis spreadsheet
Jones Vector
Degree of Polarization Plots of the Degree of Polarization,
Degree of Linear Polarization Stokes Parameters, and Polarization
Linear Polarization Extinction Ellipse are generated, and can be
printed or exported to other applications.
Azimuth Angle
Degree of Circular Polarization,
Ellipticity, Helicity (handedness)
Custom Polarization Analyzer

with 100 meter-phase delay line.

Stokes parameters (normalized) Degree of Polarization

1 100%
0.75
0.5 80%
0.25 60%
0
40%
-0.25
-0.5 20%
-0.75
0%
-1 Degree of Degree of Linear Degree of Circular
Polarization Polarization Polarization
S0 S1 S2 S3
Series 1.000 0.820 0.571
Series1 1.0000 0.3523 -0.7401 0.5710
In addition, the Excel platform Theory

allows the user to customize the The State of Polarization (SOP) of
program and to add calculations, light describes the orientation and
plots, and graphs. oscillation of its electric field. It is
uniquely specified by four quantities
known as the Stokes Parameters.
Sample formula (calculates degree of These Parameters, designated as
polarization). Formulas can be added or S0, S1, S2 and S3, are defined as:
modified to suit specific needs or
applications. S0 = I0 + I90 (horizontal + vertical)
S1 = I0 - I90 (horizontal - vertical)
Applications S2 = I45 - I135 (45 - 135)
In addition to measuring the SOP of S3 = IRCP - ILCP (right circular - left circular)
light-under-test, the FB-PAM can
also characterize fiber-pigtailed Where:
devices and bulk optics. For exam- I x refers to the intensity of the S3 represents the dominance of
ple, the FB-PAM can answer the fol- light that transmits through a right-circular polarization vs. left-
lowing questions: Linear Polarizer oriented at x. circular polarization.
What is the SOP of a signal IRCP and ILCP are the intensities Although six intensity values are
(free-beam or fiber-optic)? transmitted through a right-hand required to define the Stokes
What is the Polarization-Dependent and left-hand circular polarizer, Parameters, a fundamental relation-
Loss/Gain of a fiber device? respectively. ship allows the four measurements:
What is the extinction ratio after S0 is the total intensity of the light. I0 + I90 = I45 + I135 = IRCP + ILCP.
propagating through PM or PZ fiber? S1 represents the dominance of When the Stokes Parameters are
What is the retardance of a retarder? horizontally polarized light vs. known, the SOP can be completely
Has a signal been depolarized after vertically-polarized light. described. It is a remarkable result
propagating through a long single that the electric field can be determined
S2 represents the dominance of
mode fiber? Through a multimode solely by these intensity values.
45 polarized light vs. 135
fiber?
polarized light.
Is the SOP changed after propa
gating through short lengths of Polarization State S0 S1 S2 S3
singlemode fiber?
Linear, Horizontal 1 1 0 0
What are the effects of multilayer Linear, 135 1 0 -1 0
coatings on the SOP?
Linear, 30 1 0.5 0.866 0
What are the polarizing effects of Circular, right handed 1 0 0 1
a beamsplitter? Unpolarized 1 0 0 0
Does a beamsplitter change the 50% unpolarized, 50% elliptical 1 0.235 -0.120 -0.424
phase of the polarization?
How effective is a depolarizer at
reducing degree of polarization?

Calibration is designed to have low wavelength Matrix Calibration makes no
Conversion of intensity measurements dependence. assumptions about the system
to Stokes Parameters is achieved by In order to determine the instrument components. Therefore, a more rig-
multiplying the data by an "instrument matrix, the entire System must be orous calibration procedure is used
matrix", which uniquely characterizes calibrated. Two Calibration Modes to describe system characteristics
the Polarization Analyzer. This are available with the FB-PAM: at any wavelength.
instrument matrix is a function of
Built-in Data Tables are used for
the operating wavelength, because
compensation when operating at
the optics will be wavelength
wavelengths other than the design
dependent. However, the FB-PAM
wavelength.
Specifications:
The FB-PAM FiberBench Polarization Standard Wavelengths 633-1600 nm (specify )
Analyzer includes:
Spectral Bandwidth 10% of the design wavelength
State of Polarization Module Operating power range < 200 mW (higher with optional attenuator)
Module Capture Cage
Degree of Polarization uncertainty 1% calibrated
FiberBench with Input FiberPort
Orientation Angle uncertainty 0.5% for linear polarization (15 minutes)
Analysis Software
Software 2 versions included: Windows-based graphical
For free-space applications, the Input software (PC only), and Excel spreadsheet
FiberPort is easily removed from the files (PC or Mac)
FiberBench. The FB-PAM can be post- System Requirements Detector or Power Meter, computer
mounted or table-mounted. (PC or Mac)
DetectorPorts
An optional means of measuring inten- or infrared operation, respectively),
sities is the DetectorPort, which is whose output voltage is proportional
mounted on a FiberBench or FiberTable. to the average (cw) intensity of light.
The DetectorPort contains an amplified This voltage is measured using any
silicon or InGaAs detector (for visible voltmeter or oscilloscope.
Specifications:
Detector area 0.8mm2 (InGaAs)
Bandwidth 50 MHz
Wavelength 400-1100 nm (silicon)
800-1800 nm (InGaAs)
Input 110 VAC (power supply included)
Output BNC connector
DetectorPort on FB-PAM, Polarization Analyzer
Catalog Number Description

FB-PAM- FiberBench Polarization Analyzer
System, including FiberBench, FiberPort,
SOP Module with Module Capture
Cage, and Analysis Software.
SOP- State-of-Polarization (SOP) Module,
for other wavelengths.
PAD- DetectorPort
When ordering, specify wavelength in nm, for example, FB-PAM-1550.

Fiber-Optic
Collimators CONTENT
FiberPorts
PAGE NO.
FO-36
Mounting The FiberPort FO-39
Coupling Lenses FO-41
FiberCables FO-42
Optical Power Delivery Cables FO-44
Snap-On Collimators FO-46
Pigtailed Collimators FO-47
Focusers FO-47

FiberPorts are among our

hottest products. And these
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Collimators
FiberPort Collimators Collimators...to produce a collimated output beam from a fiber
OFR FiberPorts serve both input and VariFocus, for FC or SMA Snap-On Collimators (pages, FO-45, 46)
output collimating. Please see page Fixed collimation Pigtailed Collimators (page FO-47)
FO-6 for details and specifications VariFocus, beam steering FiberPorts (pages FO-37, 38)
on FiberPorts. OFR Snap-On and Pigtailed Collimators and FiberPorts are designed to
For input coupling details, see produce an expanded beam.
page FO-5 Collimated
Actual Beam Single Mode Multimode Collimator
Beam Size Diameter Part Number Part Number Type
0.5 mm CFC-2 Snap-On
0.5 mm CFS-T Pigtailed
0.5 mm PAF-X-2 FiberPort
1.0 mm CFS-T-5 Pigtailed
2.0 mm CSMA-5 Snap-On
2.0 mm CFM-T-5 Pigtailed
2.0 mm PAF-XM-5 FiberPort
2.0 mm PAF-SMA-5 FiberPort
3.4 mm CSMA-8 Snap-On
3.4 mm PAF-X-15 PAF-XM-7 FiberPort
4.9 mm CFM-T-11 Pigtailed
4.9 mm PAF-XM-11 FiberPort

FiberPorts
FiberPorts
The OFR FiberPort is an ultra- FiberPort
stable, miniature micropositioner, Fiber Type FiberPort Receptacle Description
enabling active alignment of an OFR
SM or PM X-Version FC For FC connectorized fiber
aspheric lens for collimating or free
SM or PM H-Version none Non-detachable pigtail
beam-to-fiber coupling. While
MM XM-Version FC For FC connectorized fiber
performing the same functions as 50 m, 62.5 m, 100 m core
larger benchtop 5-axis positioners,
MM SMA-Version SMA For SMA connectorized fiber
the compact size of the FiberPort 50-600 m core
makes it ideally suited for incorporat-
ing into shipable, OEM equipment, as
FiberPorts are available for single-mode The micro-aspheric Lens in the
well as for utility in the development
(SM), polarization-maintaining (PM) Fiber-Port is AR coated. Specify wave-
laboratory.
and multimode (MM) fibers. FiberPorts, length when ordering. For a description
Applications for FiberPorts are: which mate to detachable, connect- of the micro-aspheric Lenses, see
Input launching of a collimated orized fibers, are available with FC Coupling Lenses, page FO-15.
beam into a fiber. receptacle (X-Type and XM-Type) or
Output collimating from a fiber. SMA receptacle (SMA-Type).
Beam Steering of collimated beam.
Which fiber? How is it connected?
H-Type FiberPort with non-detachable PM FiberPort with cover removed, face view, FiberPort with cover removed, side view,
pigtails, on custom 4-Port, Polarization- showing coupling adjust-and-lock screws showing access to beam steering adjusting
Dependent Circulator for 1550nm. screws (x-y plane lens adjustment).
FiberPort for Single-Mode & Polarization-Maintaining Fibers

OFR X-Type FiberPorts use an FC LAUNCHING A FREE-BEAM INTO PM FIBER. It is critical that fiber and laser
receptacle for FC-connectorized fibers. polarization axes be aligned when launching into a PM fiber. This task is made much
For applications requiring non-detach- easier if a 1/2-Wave Retarder is inserted into the beam.
A FiberBench solution is recommended, with rotatable zero-order 1/2-Wave Retarder
able fiber pigtail, H-Type FiberPorts
for rotation of polarization plane, mounted onto the FiberBench base. Alignment is then
are also available. a straightforward procedure.
The fiber connecting to a FiberPort
terminates in air. To minimize the effects
of the resultant back reflection, an Single-Mode FiberPorts* for SM & PM Fiber with FC Connector
FC/APC angle-polished connector
Effective (Coupling) Collimated Best
is used. On the other hand, with Catalog Focal Input Beam Output Beam Collimation
an FC/PC connector or a straight Number Length Diameter Diameter Distance at
polished connector, there is a -14 dB PAF-X-2- 2.0 mm 0.3-0.8 mm 0.5 mm 1-20 cm
return loss. OFR FiberCables are PAF-X-5- 4.6 mm 0.8-1.4 mm 1.0 mm 10 cm & beyond
available in standard FC/APC or PAF-X-7- 7.5 mm 1.2-2.0 mm 1.6 mm 20 cm & beyond
optional FC/PC. PAF-X-11- 11.0 mm 1.9-3.0 mm 2.4 mm 20 cm & beyond
PAF-X-15- 15.4 mm 2.8-4.0 mm 3.4 mm 30 cm & beyond
: Specify wavelength in nm.
*Optional FiberCables, with FC connector, are ordered separately See page 10.
NOTE: For coupling into PM fiber, a FiberBench solution is recommended. See above.

FiberPorts
FiberPorts with SM or PM Pigtail (non-disconnectable)
Coupling Collimated
Input Beam Output Beam Best Collimation
Catalog Number Diameter Diameter Distance at
PAF-H-(S or P)-2- 0.3-0.8 mm 0.5 mm 1-20cm
PAF-H-(S or P)-5- 0.8-1.4 mm 1.0 mm 15 cm & beyond
FiberPort (US Patent 5,638,472) on S or P: When ordering, specify Single-mode (S) or Polarization Maintaining (P) pigtail (1 meter long)
HCP Bracket NOTE: For coupling into PM fiber, a FiberBench solution is recommended. See previous page.
FiberPort for Multimode Fibers

OFR XM-Type FiberPorts use an FC Multimode FiberPorts for MM Fiber with FC or SMA Connector
receptacle for FC-connectorized MM
fibers. SMA-Type FiberPorts are for Effective Collimation
SMA connectorized fibers. Catalog Focal FiberPort Output Beam
FiberPorts are available for 50 m, Number Receptacle Length N.A. Diameter
63 m and 100m core diameter, FC- PAF-XM-5- FC* 4.6 mm 0.40 mm 2.0 mm
connectorized fibers, and for SMA- PAF-XM-7- FC* 7.5 mm 0.33 mm 3.4 mm
connectorized fibers with 50 m, PAF-XM-11- FC* 11.0 mm 0.24 mm 4.9 mm
63 m and 100-600 m core diameter. PAF-SMA-5- SMA** 4.6 mm 0.40 mm 2.0 mm
For complete description of all PAF-SMA-7- SMA** 7.5 mm 0.33 mm 3.4 mm
OFR FiberCables, see FiberCables, PAF-SMA-11- SMA** 11.0 mm 0.24 mm 4.9 mm
page FO-9. : Specify wavelength in nm.
*Optional FiberCables, with FC connector, are ordered separately for 50, 63, 100 m core diameter.
**Optional FiberCables, with SMA connector, are ordered separately for 50, 63, 100-600 m
core diameter. See page FO-10.
FiberPort on HCC C-Mount (1-inch x 32 FiberPort on HCL Mounting Adaptor.

thd/in). PAF-X-5-633 is shown. Shown with Beam Delivery System.
STABILITY OF FiberPorts is equally are firmly mounted on a common base, The FiberPort is aligned on site for
as important as coupling efficiency. or if the FiberPort is mounted directly maximum coupling efficiency. Good
See page FO-2 for a discussion on the onto the laser. The FiberPort is then mechanical design and stainless
testing and reliability of FiberBench micro-aligned, following the alignment steel construction assure very high
systems. procedure. Once aligned and locked, stability, so that realignment is simply
It is necessary that absolute spatial a FiberPort will not drift, and maximum not necessary in spite of temperature
stability exist between the laser and coupling is maintained, in spite of changes and mild shock and vibration.
the FiberPort. This is best accom- connect/disconnect sequences.
plished if the laser and the FiberPort

Mounting the FiberPort
FIBERPORT EASY TOUCH FIBERPORT

18 (nominal) 21 (nominal)
38.1 38.1
15.7
12.8 28.9
28.9 3.2
3.2
16.7 28.6
16.7 28.6
2.4 mm DIA THRU 2.4 mm DIA THRU

FC OR SMA FC OR SMA 3.8 mm DIA C'BORE X 2.4 mm DEEP
3.8 mm DIA C'BORE X 2.4 mm DEEP
RECEPTACLE RECEPTACLE ON 33.3 mm DIA CIRCLE
ON 33.3 mm DIA CIRCLE
(FOUR) (FOUR)
PAF MOUNTED TO HCC ADAPTOR PAF MOUNTED ON HCP

11.1 38.9
4.8
PAF
HCP
HCC
PAF 14.3
27.0
LASER FC OR SMA
RECEPTACLE
1"-32 TPI FC OR SMA
C-MOUNT RECEPTACLE
See photo lower left, FO-38. 1/4-20 M6 See photo upper left, FO-38.
FIBERPORT MOUNTED TO FIBERBENCH PAF MOUNTED TO HCL ADAPTOR

3.0 mm DIA THRU
4.8 mm DIA C'BORE X 3.0 mm DEEP
ON 36.0 mm CIRCLE
(FOUR) 1"-32 THREADED THRU
C-MOUNT
PAF-H
14.3
27.0
36.4 Gas Laser
HCL
(HeNE, Argon) PAF-H

FB-38
REMOVABLE TABLE
MOUNT BASE
2-56 THREADED THRU

on 33.3 mm DIA CIRCLE
(FOUR)
(MATES TO PAF) See photo lower right, FO-38.

LaserPorts
Cooled and Non-Cooled TO3 LaserPorts are available for any
customer-furnished TO3 laser. The
collimated beam. Having x-y-z and
- fine controls, the LaserPort is
LaserPorts LaserPort mounts onto a industry- precision aligned to maintain optimum
T-E Cooled LaserPorts are available standard heatsink with laser socket collimation.
for 5.6 mm and 9.0 mm lasers. plate. Simply attach to your laser/ OFR will mount and align customer-
Included in the T-E LaserPort are: radiator assembly and follow easy furnished lasers when requested.
AR-coated micro-aspheric lens instructions for collimation alignment. However, OFR bears no responsibility
with 5 axes of adjustment See also page FO-20. for performance of customer-furnished
Thermo-electric Peltier cooler, In all LaserPorts, the same ultra- lasers, nor for damage to same while
100-900 mA typical fine FiberPort alignment mechanism in OFR possession. Please inquire.
Thermistor, 10 K Ohm for 25 C houses the AR-coated aspheric Lens You will never be told to Press 1
typical that produces a nominal 1x 2 mm Now when you call OFR!
Heat sink and radiator
OFR FiberBench FB-38-1W Catalog
Number Description
Alignment instructions
PAL-TE-5 6 or 9.0- T-E Cooled LaserPort for 5.6 mm or 9.0 mm laser.
Color-coded wiring instructions.
PAL-5.6 or 9.0- Non-Cooled LaserPort for 5.6 mm or 9.0 mm laser.
OFR does not supply the power PAL-TO3- LaserPort for TO3 laser
supply. However, the LaserPort is NOTE: when ordering, specify wavelength.
pre-wired by OFR. Simply plug in your
laser. Instructions for easy collimation
alignment are included. Optionally
available are AMP 10 pin or Cannon
ITT mini 9 pin connectors.
PAL-TE-9.0-1550 with integral OFR-supplied PAL-TO3-830 mounted on

T-E Cooler & calibrated thermistor. customer's heatsink.
Non-cooled LaserPort

Coupling Lenses
Coupling Lenses Mounted Double-Aspheric Lenses
Coupling a laser output with Catalog Focal Working Numerical Maximum Equivalent
maximum efficiency into a single-mode Number Length Distance Aperture Beam Dia. Magnification
fiber requires a lens of extraordinary LLO-4-18-* 18.4 mm 17.0 mm 0.13 4.4 mm 10X
properties. Steep aspheric curves LLO-6-11- 11.0 mm 9.1 mm 0.30 6.5 mm 16X
reduce back reflections, limiting feed- LLO-8-8-* 8.0 mm 5.5 mm 0.50 8.0 mm 20X
back significantly in comparison to LLO-4-7- 7.5 mm 5.5 mm 0.30 4.5 mm 24X
GRIN lenses. Optical performance LLO-4-4- 4.6 mm 2.4 mm 0.53 4.8 mm 40X
must be diffraction limited. Insertion LLO-2-2-* 2.0 mm 0.9 mm 0.50 2.0 mm 90X
loss must be at an absolute minimum. * not available for HoYAG.
NOTE: When ordering, specify wavelength, for example, LLO-4-4-NIR.
Such performance is typical of
OFR Laser Lenses for Fiber-Optic
and Laser Diode applications. These Unmounted Double-Aspheric Lenses
are micro double -aspheric Lenses, Catalog Focal Back Focal Center Numerical Lens
designed for diffraction limited per- Number Length Length Thickness Aperture Diameter
formance. Both surfaces are multilayer LL-3-2-* 2.0 mm 0.9 mm 2.0 mm 0.50 3.0 mm
anti-reflection coated. Transmittance LL-4-7- 7.5 mm 5.8 mm 2.7 mm 0.27 4.0 mm
exceeds 99% at the peak wavelength. LL-4-11- 11.0 mm 9.6 mm 2.2 mm 0.18 4.0 mm
Mounted LLO series lenses are AR LL-6-5- 4.6 mm 2.9 mm 3.1 mm 0.53 6.0 mm
* not available for HoYAG.
coated and mounted in a Microscope NOTE: When ordering, specify wavelength, for example, LL-3-2-IR.
Objective Cell with industry standard
RMS thread. Also available in a 1"
dia. x .250" thick postmountable cell Antireflection Coatings
with 8-32 tapped hole. Other mounting Max T
options available. Please inquire. Spectrum Order as
Unmounted LL series lenses as 380 - 640 nm - VIS
above but unmounted. 600 - 990 nm - NIR
970 - 1100 nm - YAG
Interchangeable FiberPort Lenses, 1100-1550 nm - IR
see page FO-7. 1.9 - 2.15 um - HoYAG*
*LL-3-2, LLO-2-2 and LLO-8-8
not available for HoYAG. LLO Aspheric Lenses in RMS Cells.
Interchangeable FiberPort Lenses (see FO-16)

Normally, the only difference For Lens characteristics, see Effective
between FiberPorts used in different tables above. Catalog Focal Use
applications is the lens focal length, Bulkhead requirement. Number Length Bulkhead with
usually determined by the application. The Bulkhead, the threaded portion LLO-PAF-2- 2.0 mm FCBH-S PC, APC
All FiberPort Lenses are mounted on which the Connector attaches, is LLO-PAF-5- 4.6 mm FCBH-S PC, APC
in a Cell that is compatible with all different in length for the two groups LLO-PAF-7- 7.5 mm FCBH-S PC, APC
FiberPort models. The Cell positions of Lenses as listed below. LLO-PAF-11- 11.0 mm FCBH-LA APC
the principal plane of the Lens at one LLO-PAF-15- 15.4 mm FCBH-LA APC
FiberPort Lenses LLO-PAF-2,5,7 : specify wavelength in nm.
focal length distance from the polished
can be interchanged using FCBH-S
fiber endface, resulting in collimation.
Bulkhead. Likewise, LLO-PAF-11,15
FiberPort Lens Cells are magnetic, and
use the FCBH-LA. When interchanging
are easily installed and interchanged
Lenses from one group to another, it
on site.
is not necessary to change FiberPort
Thus, for experimentation purposes,
bodies. It is only necessary to inter-
rather than interchanging FiberPorts
change Bulkheads.
(containing different focal length lenses),
it is more economical to interchange In summary, interchanging Lenses
Lenses, mounted in their magnetic and Bulkheads is simple, quick and
Cell, using a single FiberPort. economical. Lenses are easily interchanged in FiberPort.

FiberCables
Single Mode (SM) and Single Mode (SM) FiberCables with FC Connector
Polarization-Maintaining Catalog Number Description
(PM) FiberCables FCS--l- FC/APC FiberCable, FC/APC connector one end
FC-connectorized Single Mode and FCS--l- FC/APC/APC Patchcord, FC/APC both ends
Polarization-Maintaining FiberCables FCS--l- FC/PC/APC Patchcord, FC/PC one end, FC/APC other end
are available with OFR standard APC FCS--l- FC/PC/PC Patchcord, FC/PC both ends
or optional PC polish. See further When ordering, specify wavelength in nm.
descriptions below of these three types l: length, 1 meter or 2 meters or other. For example, for 3-meter length FCS-1550-3-FC/APC.
of connectors. FC-connectorized
FiberCables connect to OFR X-Type
FiberPorts (see page FO-6). Polarization Maintaining (PM) FiberCables with FC Connector
Single Mode FiberCables Catalog Number Description
FC/APC-connectorized SM FiberCables FCPx--l- FC/APC FiberCable, FC/APC connector on end
are available for wavelengths from FCPx--l- FC/APC/APC Patchcord, FC/APC both ends
488 nm to 1550 nm. Also, OFR FCPx--l- FC/PC/APC Patchcord, FC/PC one end, FC/APC other end
connectorizes customer-supplied,
FCPx--l- FC/PC/PC Patchcord, FC/PC both ends
125 m cladded fiber.
When ordering, specify wavelength in nm.
FiberCables can be ordered with
l: length, 1 meter or 2 meters or other. For example, for 3-meter length FCPP-1550-3-FC/APC.
connector on one end and other end x: PANDA FCPP --3-FC/APC, etc.
cleaved, or as a patchcord with both x: Bowtie FCPB--3-FC/APC, etc.
ends connectorized. x: Oval Inner Clad FCPO--3-FC/APC, etc.
Polarization-Maintaining
FiberCables
Polarization-Maintaining (PM) fibers
employ a stress technique to stress
the core of the fiber to create two
propagation paths within the fiber
core. Linearly polarized light aligned
to either the slow or fast axis of the
fiber will remain linearly polarized.
This is analogous to an optical PANDA BOWTIE OVAL INNER CLAD
retarder.
OFR PM fibers are also available
with FC/PC, FC/SPC, FC/APC with PM Fiber Type Order as Most Common usage
the connector key aligned parallel to PANDA (OFR Standard) FCPP- 488-514, 633, 850, 1064, 1310, 1550 nm
the slow axis of the fiber. The slow axis
Bowtie FCPB- 1064 nm inquire
of PM fiber is parallel to the stress
Oval Inner Clad FCPO- 1064 nm inquire
members or major diameter of Oval
Inner-Clad PM fiber,
OFR stocks a variety of PM Fiber-
Cables, with emphasis on 1310nm
& 1550nm. KEY
2 meters. Minimum quantity of 2 each
must be ordered for custom lengths. FAST
AXIS
SLOW AXIS

FiberCables
FC Adapter, super high precision, Ultra high mechanical tolerancing Catalog
monolithic stainless steel body One-piece stainless construction Number Description
A simply better engineered product. Ceramic split-sleeve insert FCA-N FC Adapter with
One-piece stainless steel body. Ultra 2.00 mm key
70% less keyway slop
high dimensional tolerancing. Ceramic FCA-W FC Adapter with
split-sleeve insert. These are some of Absolute repeatability
2.14 mm key
the reasons that OFR's FC Adapters PM fiber no-loss connecting
are absolutely repeatable, with no fiber No fiber-end scratching
end-face scratching. Extremely tight For PC and APC
tolerance on keyway slot assures
trouble-free performance, especially
with PM fiber.
Connector Types & End-Face Polish: FC/APC connectors are required Connector Losses
FC/PC and FC/APC for fiber-to-air applications requiring Insertion loss at each connector-pair
The term FC comprises a mechan- low return loss, such as Collimators, varies according to type of connector
ical definition of a specific type of FiberPort couplers, and laser-to-fiber polish and fiber core diameter (wave-
connector, while PCand APC coupling. length related).
describe the kind of polish applied to
that connector (thus, fiber) end face: Typical Connector Loss (dB)
PC = physical contact, end face Type Description 633 850 1060 1310/1550
polished convex, OFR option. PC Physical contact with convex radius 0.6 0.4 0.3 0.2
APC = as above, but angle-polished APC As above, but end face tilted at 8 0.8 0.6 0.5 0.3
at 8 angle, OFR standard.
Typically, FC/PC connectors have
lowest insertion loss and low (-35 to
-45 dB) return loss (back reflection),
and are used for fiber-to-fiber
connections.
Multimode FiberCables
Multimode FiberCables are available
with FC or SMA connectors. Core Multimode (MM) FiberCables with FC Connector
diameters of 50 m, 62.5 m, 100 m Catalog Number Description
with 125 m cladding are standard.
FCM--l-- SMA FiberCable, SMA connector one end
200 m and 400 m use SMA
FCM--l-- FC/PC FiberCable, FC/PC connector one end
connector.
When ordering, specify core diameter 50, 63,100 m.
l length, specify 1 meter or 2 meters or other.
2 meters. Minimum quantity of 2 each wavelength in nm. For example, for 3-meter length FCM-50-2-830-SMA.

Optical Power Delivery Cables
Stability, high efficiency and OFR Optical Delivery Systems Flexibility in design of the Delivery
ease of attachment and alignment are assembled from FiberBench System is possible by combining the
describe OFR's Fiber Delivery components, such as: many options available using existing
Systems. A Delivery System consists FiberPorts for input, FiberCables components.
of three component sections: for delivery, and Snap-On Collimators
Input Couplers, Page FO-5. for collimated output; focus option is
To provide stable and efficient also available (FO-45).
coupling of collimated free beam laser
energy of any wavelength, into the...
Delivery Cables, Page FO-9.
Single-mode, polarization-maintaining
or multimode, 3 mm kevlar reinforced
or optionally protected by armored
shielding, of any length, to deliver
optical power to the...
Output Collimators, Page FO-45
and following.To produce a collimated
output beam in a wide choice of
diameters. Custom 3-output assembly.
FiberPort on HCC C-Mount FiberPort on HCL Mounting Adaptor. Hi-power armored cable.
(1-inch x 32 thd/in). PAF-X-5-633 is shown. Shown with Beam Delivery System.

Snap-On Collimators
Snap-On Collimators Snap-On Collimators are available with a choice of
Stainless Steel Snap-On Collimators different focal length Lenses as follow:
are designed to snap onto an Focal Fiber Best Collimation
FC or SMA connectorized fiber to Connector Length Type Distance at
produce a collimated beam. Snap-
FC 2 mm SM only 2 cm-50 cm
On Collimators contain a micro,
FC 5 & 8 mm SM & MM 5 cm-10 m
double-aspheric lens, which is designed
for diffraction-limited performance. SMA 5 & 8 mm MM only 1 cm-2 m
Both surfaces are multilayer anti-
reflection coated, with 98% Divergence of the collimated output beam Wavelength
transmission at the peak wavelength. is dependent upon laser wavelength and Range Order as
fiber core diameter.
475-675 nm VIS
Snap-On Collimators can be used as is, 630-860 nm VIR
or mounted in the optional HCF-N COLLIMA- 960-1100 nm YAG
TOR HOLDER, which secures the Snap-On
1275-1350 nm IR1
Collimator for post mounting (8-32 and M4),
1480-1600 nm IR2
or in 1-inch mount.
All optics in all OFR Fiber-Optic Collimators
and accessories are AR coated according to
wavelength. Therefore, when ordering, specify
wavelength as follows.
Snap-On Collimator in HCF-N Holder
Snap-On Collimators with VariFocus

An OFR LLO-Series Aspheric Coupling
Lens (see FO-16) is mounted in the
fine-threaded, spring-loaded adjust-
ment barrel, which is rotated to achieve
optimum collimation.
OFR VariFocus focusability feature
allows simple recollimation of the
beam when using different wave-
lengths. Turning the knurled ring a
mere fraction of a turn will recollimate
the beam over the full transmission
range of the Lens.
SINGLE-MODE
Snap-On Collimators for Single-Mode Fiber, FC Connector
Collimated Output Characteristics
Catalog Beam Clear Numerical Beam Body Body
Number Diameter Aperture Aperture Divergence Diameter Length
CFC-2- 0.5 mm 1.5 mm 0.30 <1 m-rad 9.5 mm 22-24 mm
CFC-SET- Set of 3 of above
All Snap-On Collimators have VariFocus
features HCF-N Collimator Holder (see photo at left). Also can fit into 1 mount.
NOTE: Output beam diameter and divergence may vary.

Collimators
Divergence of the Collimated Output
from multimode fiber varies with the MULTIMODE
core diameter of the fiber. The following Snap-On Collimators for Multimode Fiber
table lists the expected divergence of Collimated Output Characteristics
the output beam from the Snap-On Catalog Beam Clear Numerical Body Body
Collimator according to the core Number Diameter Aperture Aperture Diameter Length
diameter of the multimode fiber. CFC-5- 1.7-2.3 mm 2.3 mm 0.25 9.5 mm 22-24 mm
CSMA-5- 1.7-2.3 mm 2.3 mm 0.25 9.5 mm 22-24 mm
CFC-8- 2.7-3.3 mm 3.3 mm 0.22 9.5 mm 22-24 mm
CSMA-8- 2.7-3.3 mm 3.3 mm 0.22 9.5 mm 22-24 mm
HCF-N Collimator Holder (see photo, page FO-45)
HEF Steering Mount. Includes HCF-N (see photo below)
NOTE: Output beam diameter and divergence may vary.
Typical Typical
Core Divergence Divergence
Diameter CSMA-5- CSMA-8-
50 m 3 m-rad 2 m-rad
200 m 17 m-rad 10 m-rad
400 m 45 m-rad 30 m-rad
Snap-On Collimator in HCF -N Holder

(see photos FO-45) mounted in HEF
Tilt Mount, used for beam steering.

Pigtailed Collimators
Pigtailed Collimators Custom modifications for non- Pigtailed Collimators have a 1-meter
fiber pigtail. For other lengths, order
collimated applications or larger-than-
CFS-T Pigtailed Collimators are
standard beam diameters are possible. as dash-number. For example, for
designed for OEM applications.
Please inquire. a 3-meter pigtail, order as CFS-T-5-
These are supplied with a 1-meter
Insertion loss is < 0.2 dB. Back 1550-3.
fiber pigtail.The input end of the fiber
is normally cleaved. reflection (return loss) is > -55 dB on
The fiber and an AR-coated, aspheric all SM models.
microlens are rigidly potted inside the
stainless steel Collimator body. In order Collimators with Single-Mode Fiber Pigtail
to ensure optimum collimation, it is Beam
essential that the wavelength be Catalog Core Diameter Nominal Body Body
specified when ordering. Number Diameter at Output Divergence Diameter Length
CFS-T- 4-10 m 0.5mm* 13 m-rad* 4.0 mm 11 mm
CFS-T-5- 4-10 m 1.0mm* 0.52 m-rad* 5.7 mm 17 mm
CFS-T-11- 4-10 m 2.4mm* < 1 m-rad* 7.9 mm 21 mm
CFS-T-18- 4-10 m 4.0mm* < 1 m-rad* 7.9 mm 28 mm
*Output beam diameter and divergence may vary.
Collimators with Multimode Fiber Pigtail

Beam
Catalog Core Diameter Nominal Body Body
Number Diameter at Output Divergence Diameter Length
CFM-T-5- 50 m* 2mm** 3-4 m-rad* 5.7 mm 17 mm
CFM-T-11- 50 m* 5mm** < 2 m-rad* 7.9 mm 21 mm
*NOTE: 50 m core MM fiber, unless otherwise specified. 62 m and 100 m.available
Please inquire.
FOCUSERS
Pigtailed Focusers
Pigtailed Focusers terminate a
1-meter single-mode or multimode
fiber pigtail. Like Snap-On Focusers,
Pigtailed Focusers focus at a fixed
distance.
Two OFR LLO-Series Aspheric
Coupling Lenses (one collimator, the
other focuser) focus the output to a
predictable Airys Disc (see Coupling
Lenses page FO-16). Each micro
double-aspheric lens is multilayer Pigtailed Focusers For Single-Mode Fiber
anti-refraction coated, with >98%
Catalog Working Focal Body Body
transmission at the peak wavelength. Number Distance Spot* Diameter Length
FS-T-5/5- 2.3 mm 17 m* 5.7 mm 15 mm
FS-T-11/5- 2.3 mm 6-8 m* 7.9 mm 21 mm
FS-T-11/11- 9.0 mm 17 m* 7.9 mm 25 mm
: Specify wavelength in nm. *1550nm

Packaged CONTENT PAGE NO.
Devices Splitters/Combiners
Isolators
FO-49
FO-50
High-Power Isolators FO-50
Polarization Independent Isolator FO-50
Polarization Dependent Isolators FO-51
Fiber-Coupled Isolators FO-51
Circulators FO-52
Faraday Rotators Mirrors FO-54

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Polarization Splitters / Combiners
OFR Polarization Splitters divide Polarization Splitters
the input (Port 1) into two oppositely
polarized outputs (Ports 2 and 3). Input on Port 1, and oppositely polarized outputs on Ports 2 and 3. Pigtails can be
ordered as Single-mode (S) or Polarization Maintaining (P) on all Ports.
The standard P/P/P model equally Catalog Number
splits the input energy into the two PORTS 1 2 3 Description Comments
outputs. PFS--S/P/P Standard Splitter Cement-free
OFR Polarization Combiners PFS--S/S/S Standard Splitter Cement-free
do the reverse of the Splitters. Two PFS--P/P/P Standard Splitter Cement-free
oppositely polarized inputs (Port 2 NOTE: when ordering, specify in nm.
and 3) are combined into a single
output (Port 1). In the P/P/P model,
Polarization Combiners
the combined energies are coupled
into both slow and fast axes of the Oppositely polarized inputs on Ports 2 and 3. Output on Port 1. Pigtails can be
output fiber (Port 1). ordered as Single-mode (S) or Polarization Maintaining (P) on Port 1. Polarization
Maintaining (P) only on Ports 2 and 3.
OFR Walk-OFF Polarizers (see Catalog Number
page FO-14) in OFR Splitters separate PORTS 1 2 3 Description Comments
the two polarization modes better than PFC--S/P/P Combiner, Y Model Cement-free
55 dB. Because of near-zero absorption PFC--P/P/P Combiner, Y Model Cement-free
and absence of any optical cement, NOTE: when ordering, specify in nm.
Walk-Off Polarizers are capable of
handling very high powers, far beyond
those in a fiber-optic system. Walk-Off Specifications
Polarizers are inherently extremely Total Insertion Loss 0.5-1.2 dB
broadband. AR coated, specify . Extinction Ratio (on PM output) 25-32 dB
Return Loss (back reflection) 50- 6 5 d B
The PM Fibers (PANDA) on all PM Fiber Panda PM
models are aligned so that the plane Operating Temperature 0C t o 4 0 C
of polarization is parallel to the slow Storage Temperature -20C to 60C
axis in the fiber.
1-Meter Fiber pigtails on all
models can be ordered as single-mode
(SM) or polarization-maintaining (PM), Port 3
as designated in the Part Number. Port 1
Distal end is cleaved or optionally
connectorized.
Port 2

Isolators
Polarization
Independent Isolators
OFR Polarization Independent
Isolators are pigtailed with 1 meter
of single-mode fiber. Fiber ends are
cleaved or can be optionally FC con-
nectorized.
Isolators for non-standard s
are available. See page FO-21. IO-H-1550 Custom isolators for
high quantity production
Low Power Models, to 300 mW

Catalog Insertion Return Power
Number Isolation Bandwidth* Loss PDL PMD Loss Handling
IO-H-1310 36-40 dB 13-26 nm 0.3-0.6 dB 0.1 dB 0.2 ps >55 dB 300 mW
IO-H-1550 38-44 dB 15-30 nm 0.3-0.6 dB 0.1 dB 0.2 ps >55 dB 300 mW
*Measured at 90% of peak .
NOTE: Inquire about economically priced B Models with sligthly downgraded specs.
High Power Models, to 2-5 W cw

Number Isolation Bandwidth* Loss PDL PMD Loss Handling**
IO-F-780/860 30-38 dB 8-16 nm 1.0-1.8 dB 0.25 dB 0.2 ps >50 dB 2-5 W cw
IO-F-980 30-38 dB 10-20 nm 0.8-1.6 dB 0.25 dB 0.2 ps >50 dB 2-5 W cw
IOT-F-1550 >60 dB 30 nm 0.6-1.1 dB 0.20 dB 0.2 ps >55 dB 3-5 W cw
*Measured at 90% of peak .
*Power is limited by fiber. Isolator itself is capable>20 W.
40
35
Typical Isolation (dB)
30
+60 +40 +20 0 -20C
25
20
15
IO-F-980 Polarization-Independent Isolator
10
1450 1500 1600 1650
Wavelength (nm) IO-H-1550 (typical)

Isolators
Polarization
Dependent Isolators
OFR Polarization dependent
Isolators are pigtailed with 1 meter
of PM fiber. Fiber ends are cleaved,
or can be optionally FC connectorized.
Isolators for non-standard s
are available. See page FO-21.
Inquire about isolator development Custom, mini and micro Isolators.
and special packaging
Low Power Models, to 300 mW

Number Isolation Bandwidth* Loss Loss Handling
IO-G-980 30-38 dB 1.5% 0.7-1.5 dB >50 dB 300 mW
IO-G-1064 30-38 dB 1.5% 0.7-1.5 dB >50 dB 300 mW
IO-G-1310 39-42 dB 1.5% 0.7-1.2 dB >55 dB 300 mW
IO-G-1480 39-42 dB 1.5% 0.7-1.2 dB >55 dB 300 mW
IO-G-1550 39-42 dB 1.5% 0.7-1.2 dB >55 dB 300 mW
*Measured at 90% of peak isolation.

Number Isolation Bandwidth* Loss Loss Handling**
IO-J-980 30-38 dB 1.5% 0.8-1.6 dB >50 dB 2-5 W cw
IO-J-1064 30-38 dB 1.5% 0.8-1.6 dB >50 dB 2-5 W cw
IO-J-1310 36-42 dB 1.5% 0.5-1.2 dB >55 dB 2-5 W cw
IO-J-1550 36-42 dB 1.5% 0.5-1.2 dB >55 dB 2-5 W cw
*Measured at 90% of peak isolation.
**Power is limited by fiber. Isolator itself is capable >20 W.
Laser-Interface Isolators
The OFR Laser-Interface Isolator permits Catalog Input Beam
coupling of a free-space laser beam Number Fiber Type Diameter
into the FiberPort, at the same time IO-PAF-X-5- SM or PM 0.8-1.3 mm
isolating the laser. IO-PAF Isolated IO-PAF-X-7- SM or PM 1.6-2.0 mm
FiberPorts contain an OFR IO-D : specify wavelength 980,1310 or 1550 nm,
Aspirin Tablet Isolator (page OC-00), for example, IO-PAF-X-11-1550.
with insertion loss <0.2 dB and
isolation 40-45 dB. Standard wave-
lengths are 1310 nm and 1550 nm,
and others are available.
IO-PAX-X-7-980
When ordering, specify vertical
or horizontal input polarization.
FiberCable is ordered separately.

High Power Circulators 2-5 Watts cw (US Patent 5,212,586)
much as 2-5 Watts cw. This compares New OCM high-production model
3
to around 300 mW for most circulators For telecom applications, the new
on the market. OCM is available in production
Standard pigtails are 1 meter long, quantities. The OCM meets interna-
900 m, 9/125 SMF 28 fiber. Distal ends tional telecom standards. It is limited
are cleaved or optionally terminated to 300 mW.
1 2 with FC/PC connector. Thermal drift Custom Wavelengths
of isolation is <0.2 dB/ C. OC-3 and OCT-3 High-Power Circulators
Custom Circulators are possible are available at 1310 nm or 1550 nm.
for special wavelengths and for 4 or Circulators at other wavelengths are
3-Port Design
more ports. built on a custom basis. Please inquire.
Description Very high isolation (60 dB) is unique
The OFR polarization-independent to OFR High Power Circulators.
3-Port-High-Power Circulator, in These are the OCT Series, with dual
stainless steel body, is intended for isolator stages, that produce 60 dB
high-power laser applications, as between Ports 3 to 2 and Ports 2 to 1.

Catalog Insertion Loss Isolation Cross Talk Return Loss
Number Comments 12, 23 32, 21 13 all Ports PDL PMD
OC-3- High Power 0.5-1.1 dB <35 dB >40 dB >58 dB <0.1 dB <0.1 ps
OCT-3- High Power 0.7-1.2 dB <60 dB >50 dB >58 dB <0.1 dB <0.1 ps
OC-3--PM High Power 0.5-1.1 dB <35 dB >50 dB >55 dB
OCT-3--PM High Power 0.5-1.1 dB <60 dB >50 dB >55 dB
OCM- Low Power, 0.5-0.8 dB <45 dB >50 dB >55 dB <0.1 dB <0.1 ps
Production
quantities
: specify wavelength when ordering, 1310 or 1550 nm. Other wavelengths available.
Custom High-Power 4-Port Circulator OC-3 High-Power Circulator OCM-1550, for production quantities
50 1.5
21
32
Insertion Loss (dB)
Isolation (dB)
10
23
12
Custom Polarization-Dependent Bi-Directional
Circulator (Double-Pass Fiber Amplifier)
1 0.5
1525 1535 1545 1555 1565 1575
Wavelength (nm)
FIGURE 6 Typical performance data, OC-3-IR2 (1550nm)

Faraday Rotator Mirrors (very low loss)
Faraday Rotator Mirror
Thermal and mechanical perturbations Faraday Rotator
introduced to a standard, single-mode (Magnet, Film)
fiber often cause variations in the state

of polarization (SOP) of the guided light.
Retro Mirror
These changes can adversely effect Sensing Arm
Laser Diode Source
the performance of many different
types of systems. Retaining the SOP FRM Lens
using polarization-maintaining (PM) Polarizer Faraday
Rotator
fiber can reduce or eliminate these 3dB Splitter Mirrors
negative effects, but PM fiber is costly
and often difficult to incorporate FRM
effectively. Detector
The Faraday Rotator Mirror is a Reference Arm
low-cost, passive device that correctly

compensates for such SOP variations. Interferometric Fiber Sensor using Faraday Rotator Mirrors
This simple, easily installed component
works to neutralize the effects caused
by changes in the SOP, allowing 2
engineers greater control over the
design of systems such as fiber
sensors, erbium-doped fiber amplifiers, 1 Conventional
tunable fiber lasers, etc. Erbium-Doped Fiber
Polarizing Faraday
Principle Beamsplitter WDM FRM Rotator
The Faraday Effect describes the Mirror
non-reciprocal rotation of a signals Wavelength Division Multiplexer
polarization as it passes through an
optical medium within a magnetic 980 nm Pump Source
field. Situated at the end of an optical
fiber, the Faraday Rotator Mirror is
designed to rotate a signals SOP by Single Polarization Fiber Amplifier, using conventional erbium-doped fiber and a
Faraday Rotator Mirror for double signal pass operation.
45, twice once when the light enters,
and again when the light is reflected
back into the fiber. Since the Faraday
Effect is non-reciprocal, the resultant
SOP is rotated by 90 with respect to Reflecting
the original signal. Diffraction
Output Grating
A Faraday rotator is situated in Coupler
front of the mirror. It is this element Conventional
that provides the non-reciprocal 45 Laser Erbium-Doped Fiber
OutputPolarizing Polarizing Faraday
rotation of the state of polarization Beamsplitter Beamsplitter WDM FRM Rotator
each time the light passes through it. Mirror
These rotations, applied in combina-
Wavelength Division Multiplexer
tion with a reversal of the polarization
states handedness upon reflection at
980 nm Pump Source
the mirror interface, yield a state that
is perpendicular to the original signal.
Polarized Tunable Fiber Laser, narrow linewidth and amplification that is stable in time
In this way, any SOP fluctuations using a Faraday Rotator Mirror
that occur anywhere along the fiber
are exactly compensated and their
unwanted effects neutralized.

Faraday Rotator Mirrors
Design SMF 28 or equivalent. The fiber is
Using a micro aspheric glass lens, mounted in a standard 900 mm tight
light exiting the fiber is properly col- tube buffer with proper strain relief.
limated through a Bismuth Iron Garnet Custom models are available upon
(BIG) Faraday rotating element that is special request.
accurately positioned in the field of a Low-loss Models, unique to OFR,
permanent magnet. The beam, reflected are selected for Insertion Loss less
at normal incidence by a dielectric than 0.5 dB. Standard loss models
coated mirror, retraces its original are available at less than 0.8 dB.
path and re-enters the fiber. Also unique to OFRs FRMs is high
OFRs Faraday Rotator Mirrors are power capability...2-3 W. Faraday Rotator Mirror, stainless steel
available off-the-shelf pigtailed with body, 5.5 mm dia x 22 mm long.
No other FRMs on the market can
standard single mode fiber, Corning claim to match OFRs specifications.
Catalog Isertion Return Faraday

Number Model Wavelength Bandwidth Loss Loss Rotation
MFI-1310-A Low loss 1310 nm 13 nm 0.5 dB >55 dB 45
MFI-1550-A Standard 1550 nm 13 nm 0.5 dB >55 dB 45
MFI-1310-B Low loss 1310 nm 15 nm 0.8 dB >55 dB 45
MFI-1550-B Standard 1550 nm 15 nm 0.8 dB >55 dB 45
35%
Portion of FRMs Produced With Given Insertion Losses
30%
25%
20%
15%
10%
5%
0%
0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7
A Models B Models
Insertion Loss (dB)

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