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FiberSwitch® Light switching for optical systems

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Product Description
The FiberSwitch® by LEONI is a fiber optical switch featuring a patented micromechanical/microoptical design. It offers excellent parameters, flexibility, and long-term stability, supporting a broad wavelength range from Ultraviolet to Infrared and is compatible with various fiber types.
Optical Parameters
  • Low insertion loss and polarization dependent loss (PDL).
  • Excellent repeatability and high optical isolation.
  • Ultra-low back reflection and broad spectral ranges.
  • Short switching times down to 2.0 ms.
Housing Properties
  • Compact, rugged metal housing with flexible options.
  • Low power consumption and integrated microcontroller for flexible control.
Reliability
  • Tested for excellent environmental stability according to Telcordia GR-1073.
  • High long-term stability with over 108 switching cycles.
Applications & Technology
LEONI's fiber optical switches are used in telecommunications, optical measurement, industrial production, process control, and biomedical applications, including laser guiding systems, fiber optic sensors, and environmental monitoring systems.
Optical Technologies and LEONI
LEONI Fiber Optics is a leading manufacturer of fiber optics for special applications across various sectors, offering a comprehensive product portfolio from fused silica to complete fiber optic systems.
FiberSwitch® Models
  • Singlemode and multimode switches with various channel configurations (e.g., 1×2, 1×4, 1×8, etc.).
  • Polarization maintaining and super-wideband options available.
Specifications
  • Operating wavelength ranges from 350 nm to 1650 nm.
  • Insertion loss varies by model, with typical values ranging from 1.0 dB to 3.5 dB.
  • Return loss greater than 40 dB, crosstalk less than -55 dB.
  • Guaranteed lifetime of over 108 cycles with a switching frequency of up to 30 s-1.
Applications in Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
FiberSwitch® is integrated into OCT systems for precise thickness measurement of silicon wafers, enhancing efficiency in large wafer measurements.
Conclusion
LEONI's FiberSwitch® offers robust solutions for high-demand optical applications, ensuring reliability and performance across various industries.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and applications of LEONI's FiberSwitch® optical switches, which are used in various optical systems including optical coherence tomography (OCT), confocal laser microscopy, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Specifications: The FiberSwitch® optical switches are available in multiple configurations such as 1xN and 2xN, with channel counts ranging from 1x2 to 1x16. They operate across a wide spectral range from UV to IR, with operating wavelengths specified for different applications. The switches have a high switching frequency of up to 50 Hz and a guaranteed lifetime of over 108 cycles.
Applications:
  • OCT Systems: Used for detecting defects in food container sealing by measuring reflection signals.
  • Confocal Laser Microscopy: Enhances image resolution and measurement speed by integrating singlemode fibers and optical switches.
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing: Optical switches are used for pattern defect detection and surface inspection, improving system throughput and downsizing.
Key Features:
  • Low insertion loss and high crosstalk suppression.
  • Available in both singlemode and multimode configurations.
  • Customizable options for housing, connector types, and electrical interfaces.
Recommendations: For specific applications, users should specify the number of output channels, spectral range, fiber type, and any special requirements to ensure optimal performance.
Overview: The document provides technical details and capabilities of LEONI Fiber Optics, focusing on their FiberSwitch® technology and various applications of optical fibers.
Specifications: The document mentions different versions of FiberSwitch® with varying switch positions, such as Version 5 with eol 2×4 and mol 2×4 configurations, and Version 6 with eol 2×8 configuration.
Production Capabilities: LEONI Fiber Optics is involved in the production of fused silica, customer-specific graded index and step index preforms, and multimode fibers with core diameters ranging from 10 to 2700 µm.
Design & Development: The company develops customer-specific system solutions and prototypes, engages in industrial research projects, and provides solutions across various sectors including communications, energy, mechanical engineering, automation, transportation, defense, laser technology, and more.
Special Optical Fiber & Cable Production: LEONI produces standard and special optical fibers, hybrid cables, and offers customized assembly and special components for various applications.
Applications: The document highlights applications in industry, medicine, science, and other fields such as sensor technology, lighting, naval engineering, spectroscopy, and optics.
Contact Information: The document provides contact details for LEONI Fiber Optics in the USA, Germany, and China, including phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses for technical support and sales services.
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FiberSwitch® Light switching for optical systems

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Light switching for optical systems FiberSwitch® Fiber optical singlemode and multimode switches retro-reflecting beam deflecting prism components Product description The fiber optical switches from LEONI lens array are based on a unique patented micromechanical / microoptical concept. fiber array Schematic diagram of a fiber optical singlemode switch 1×16 For various applications they provide excellent parameters, high flexibility and long term stability. The switches are available for a broad wavelength range from the Ultraviolet to Infrared and can be fabricated with practically all possible...

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Learn about our product families FiberConnect® Light Guide Fiber & Cable Solutions Light switching for optical systems FiberSwitch® fiber optical singlemode and multimode switches Many fiber types are also available in a radiation-resistant version. We manufacture different cable designs from central core cables to breakout cables with all buffered fiber types and specific inner and outer jacketing materials as well as customized according to your needs. We use all fiber types to produce hybrid cables with optical fibers, electrical conductors, pneumatic lines or similar, covering almost all...

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4 Light switching for optical systems eol 1x4 standard housing (small version) For requests please specify ■ Number of channels (1x2, 1x4 or 2x2) ■ Spectral range (operating wavelength range) ■ Optical power (max.): High power versions available up to 1 W ■ Fiber type (e.g. E9/125 or similar) ■ Pigtail length (m) ■ Connector type(s) (e.g. FC, SC, LC, E2000) ■ Electrical interface (e.g. RS232,TTL,I2C, Ethernet, USB) ■ Special requirements ■ Switch versions 2xN see page 20

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Light switching for optical systems 5 eol 1x8 • eol 1x12 • eol 1x16 • eol 2x4 • eol 2x8 For requests please specify ■ Number of channels (1x8,1x12,1x16,2x4 or 2x8; other channel counts on request) ■ Spectral range (operating wavelength range) ■ Optical power (max.): High power versions available up to 1 W ■ Fiber type (e.g. E9/125 or similar) ■ Pigtail length (m) ■ Connector type(s) (e.g. FC, SC, LC, E2000) ■ Electrical interface (e.g. RS232,TTL,I2C, Ethernet, USB) ■ Special requirements ■ Switch versions 2xN see page 20 * For eol 1x16: max. insertion loss is 1.5 dB for IR version and 2.0 dB...

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6 Light switching for optical systems eol 1x4 standard housing (small version) eol 1x2 PM • eol 1x4 PM • eol 1x8 PM eol 1x12 PM • eol 1x16 PM For requests please specify Number of channels (1x2, 1x4, 1x8, 1x12 or 1x16; other channel counts on request) Spectral range (operating wavelength range) Optical power (max.): High power versions available up to 1 W Fiber type (e.g. PMF) Pigtail length (m) Connector type(s) (e.g. FC, SC, LC, E2000) Electrical interface (e.g. RS232,TTL,I2C, Ethernet, USB) Special requirements

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Light switching for optical systems 7 (UV/VIS, polarization maintaining) eol 1xN UV/ VIS • eol 1xN UV/ VIS-PM (N= 2...16) super-wideband For requests please specify ■ Number of channels N (N = 2...16; other channel counts on request) ■ Spectral range (operating wavelength range) ■ Optical power (max.): High power versions available up to 100 mW ■ Fiber type (e.g. NUFERN PM-S350 HP) ■ Pigtail length (m) ■ Connector type(s) (e.g. FC, SC, LC, E2000) ■ Electrical interface (e.g. RS232,TTL,I2C, Ethernet, USB) ■ Special requirements * Custom housings on request

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8 Light switching for optical systems FiberSwitch® Optical switch integrated OCT system (Optical coherence tomography) In an OCT measurement, the thickness of a silicon wafer can be measured accurately, by detecting the reflection lights reflected on the upper surface and the bottom surface respectively. By integrating an optical switch in an OCT measurement system, the thickness of a large size wafer can be measured efficiently. LEONI supplies various types of singlemode switches, including polarization maintaining switches, suited for OCT measurements. signal light reflected on the upper surface...

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Light switching for optical systems 9 FiberSwitch Optical switch integrated OCT system (Optical coherence tomography) Sealing inspection of plastic food container reference light If there is a defect in the sealing of a food container, a reflection signal indicating the peeling of the film is detected in an OCT measurement. By integrating an optical switch, the measurements can be performed at multiple spots in a short time. low coherent light source half mirror LEONI supplies various types of singlemode switches, including polarization maintaining switches, suited for OCT measurements. plastic...

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10 Light switching for optical systems Confocal Laser Micrsocopy Benefits ■ Light emitted from a small core singlemode fiber (mode field diameter: approx. 2.3 pm @ 355nm) enhances the resolution of the image ■ The switch is available for the UV range (350 - 460 nm) as well as the visible VIS spectrum (400 - 650 nm) ■ The fiber integrated switch simplifies and downsizes the system constitution ■ The switch frequency of 30 Hz enhances the measurement speed ■ Acquisition of florescence emitted from cells (GFP, RFP, etc.) ■ By combining several laser sources suited for each fluorescent with the optical...

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Light switching for optical systems FiberSwitch" Fiber optical multimode switches mol 1x4 standard housing large For requests please specify ■ Number of output channels N ■ Spectral range (operating wavelength range / UV-VIS; VIS-IR; Broadband) ■ Low-Etalon-Effect option available for spectroscopy ■ Fiber type (e.g. core diameter, NA, GI or SI) ■ Pigtail length (m) ■ Connector type(s) (e.g. SMA, FC, ST) ■ Electrical interface (e.g. RS232, TTL, I2C, Ethernet, USB) ■ Special requirements ■ Switch versions 2xN see page 20 Selection of useable housing dimensions Please note: To minimize back reflection...

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12 Light switching for optical systems mol 1xN (N = 1 bis 16) • mol 2xN For requests please specify ■ Number of output channels N ■ Spectral range (operating wavelength range / UV-VIS; VIS-IR; Broadband) ■ Low-Etalon-Effect option available for spectroscopy ■ Fiber type (e.g. core diameter, NA, GI or SI) ■ Pigtail length (m) ■ Connector type(s) (e.g. SMA, FC, ST) ■ Electrical interface (e.g. RS232,TTL,I2C, Ethernet, USB) ■ Special requirements ■ Switch versions 2xN see page 20 ■ Optional feature: manual front control panel Channel display and manual control option without external devices Please...

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