LEDs and Photodetectors Applications & Features

LEDs and Photodetectors

All devices in this product line are designed for use with industry-common "1.0 mm" or "1000 µm" core plastic optical fiber. The actual construction of a typical fiber cable is PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) core, thin fluorinated polymer cladding layer, and additional layer called the jacket, which results in an overall diameter of 2.2 mm. Jacket material varies with application, with polyethylene the most common.

Compared to many of the other fiber optic LEDs and photodetectors on the market, Industrial Fiber Optics devices are unique because they require no fiber connection or polishing procedure on the fiber end. No connection means reduced cost as a user. To prepare a fiber, simply use a sharp knife or razor blade to cut the fiber squarely.

FEATURES

Mates with Standard, 1000 µm Core, Plastic Fiber Cable
Requires No Optical Design
Internal Micro-Lens for Efficient Coupling
Inexpensive Plastic Connector Housing
Connector-Less Interface
Interference-Free Transmission from Light-Tight Housing
Simple Fiber Termination and Connection
Rugged Screw Attachment

Each of the nine LEDs and eight photodetectors has its own special applications. If you have special requirements not addressed in the list, please contact us. We will be happy to discuss your custom application needs.

APPLICATIONS

Educational Projects
PC-to-Periphal Data Link
Digitized Video
Robotics Communications
Household Appliances
Motor Control Triggering
Optical Networks
Medical Instruments
Automotive Electronics
Audio Systems
Electronic Games
Electric Cars
Reduction of Lightning and Voltage Transient Susceptibility
Intra-Systems Links: Board-to-Board, Rack-to-Rack