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LMA-YDF-10/400-VIII, Polarization-Maintaining Yb-Doped Double Clad Fiber

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Coherent Large Mode Area (LMA) polarization-maintaining Yb-doped fibers are designed for laser and amplifier systems requiring linearly polarized output. With a 10 µm core diameter and a 400 µm cladding diameter, the VIII version provides high pump absorption and robust performance. PANDA-style stress rods enhance birefringence, ensuring reliable polarization maintenance. The NuCOAT fluoroacrylate coating enhances environmental durability and long-term reliability, making these fibers ideal for industrial, medical, and defense applications.

Features

  • PANDA-style stress rods - Maintains polarization with enhanced birefringence
  • NuCOAT fluoroacrylate coating - Provides superior environmental durability
  • 400 µm cladding diameter - Optimized for high power and robust operation
  • Proof tested to > 100 kpsi - Guarantees long-term reliability
  • RoHS compliant

Applications

  • High-power CW and pulsed lasers
  • Precision sensing systems
  • LIDAR systems
  • Medical laser systems
Parameter LMA-YDF-10/400-VIII
Optical Specifications
Operating Wavelength 1060 - 1115 nm
Core NA 0.077 ± 0.007
Prooftest Level ≥ 100 kpsi (0.7 GN/m²)
Geometrical & Mechanical Specifications
Cladding Diameter 400.0 ± 10.0 μm
Core Diameter 11.5 ± 1.0 μm
Core Attenuation ≤ 30.0 dB/km @ 1300 nm
Coating Diameter 550.0 ± 15.0 μm
Coating Material NuCOAT fluoroacrylate
Cladding Absorption 0.20 ± 0.04 dB/m at 915 nm
0.60 dB/m near 975 nm
Cladding Attenuation ≤ 15.0 dB/km @ 1095 nm
Core/Clad Offset ≤ 2.50 μm