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Metal-Coated Fibers

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Gold- and aluminum-buffered fibers are resistant to gases, to radiation and to other hostile environments in a range of applications.

Konrad Lisi, Fiberguide Industries

Glass optical fibers typically are manufactured with a polymer buffer or coating that protects the glass from scratches that would severely reduce the inherent strength of the fiber. Polymer coatings have been used for more than 25 years in the telecommunications and specialty fiber optic markets. However, some specialty fiber optic applications require a fiber that can operate in an environment that would damage or destroy the polymer coating. For example, high temperatures, acidic chemicals and high mechanical stress can damage the fiber coating severely and cause a catastrophic failure if...Read full article

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    Published: December 2007
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