● Polarization-Maintaining Fiber with FC/PC Connectors on Both Ends
● Available in Wavelength Ranges from 400 to 2200 nm
● Custom Connector and Length Options Available
Features
● Narrow Key (2.0 mm) Aligned to Slow Axis
● Typical Return Loss of 50 dB (40 dB Min)
● Ceramic Radiused Ferrules (UPC)
● Ø3 mm Protective Outer Jacket
● Custom Patch Cables Available
Technical Parameters
| Item # Prefix | P1-405BPM-FC | P1-488PM-FC | P1-630PM-FC | P1-780PM-FC | P1-980PM-FC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alignment Wavelength | 405 nm | 488 nm | 630 nm | 780 nm | 980 nm |
| Fiber Specs | |||||
| Fiber Type | PM-S405-XP (PANDA) | PM460-HP (PANDA) | PM630-HP (PANDA) | PM780-HP (PANDA) | PM980-XP (PANDA) |
| Operating Wavelength | 400 - 680 nm | 460 - 700 nm | 620 - 850 nm | 770 - 1100 nm | 970 - 1550 nm |
| Mode Field Diametera | 3.3 ± 0.5 µm @ 405 nm | 3.3 ± 0.5 µm @ 515 nm | 4.5 ± 0.5 µm @ 630 nm | 5.3 ± 1.0 µm @ 850 nm | 6.6 ± 0.5 µm @ 980 nm |
| Numerical Apertureb | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Patch Cable Specs | |||||
| Insertion Lossc,d | 1.50 dB (Max) 1.20 dB (Typ.) |
1.50 dB (Max) 1.20 dB (Typ.) |
1.20 dB (Max) 1.00 dB (Typ.) |
1.00 dB (Max) 0.70 dB (Typ.) |
0.70 dB (Max) 0.50 dB (Typ.) |
| Extinction Ratioc,d | 15 dB (Min) 17 dB (Typ.) |
18 dB (Min) 20 dB (Typ.) |
20 dB (Min) 22 dB (Typ.) |
20 dB (Min) 22 dB (Typ.) |
22 dB (Min) 24 dB (Typ.) |
| Optical Return Lossc | 50 dB Typical | ||||
| Connector Type | FC/PC | ||||
| Key Width | 2.00 ± 0.02 mm (Narrow Key) | ||||
| Slow Axis Alignment | Aligned to Connector Keye | ||||
| Cable Length | 1.0 m for Item Numbers Ending in -1 2.0 m for Item Numbers Ending in -2 5.0 m for Item Numbers Ending in -5 10.0 m for Item Numbers Ending in -10 |
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| Cable Length Tolerance | +0.075/-0 m | ||||
| Jacket Type | Ø3 mm Blue PVC Furcation Tubing | ||||
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70 °C | ||||
| Storage Temperature | -45 to 85 °C | ||||
| Item # Prefix | P1-1064PM-FC | P1-1310PM-FC | P1-1550PM-FC | P1-2000PM-FC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alignment Wavelength | 1064 nm | 1310 nm | 1550 nm | 2000 nm |
| Fiber Specs | ||||
| Fiber Type | PM980-XP (PANDA) | PM1300-XP (PANDA) | PM1550-XP (PANDA) | PM2000 (PANDA) |
| Operating Wavelength | 970 - 1550 nm | 1270 - 1625 nm | 1440 - 1625 nm | 1850 - 2200 nm |
| Mode Field Diametera | 6.6 ± 0.5 μm @ 980 nm | 9.3 ± 0.5 µm @ 1300 nm | 10.1 ± 0.4 µm @ 1550 nm | 8.0 µm @ 1950 nm |
| Numerical Apertureb | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.125 | 0.20 |
| Patch Cable Specs | ||||
| Insertion Lossc,d | 0.70 dB (Max) 0.50 dB (Typ.) |
0.50 dB (Max) 0.30 dB (Typ.) |
0.50 dB (Max) 0.30 dB (Typ.) |
0.50 dB (Max) 0.30 dB (Typ.) |
| Extinction Ratioc,d | 22 dB (Min) 24 dB (Typ.) |
23 dB (Min) 25 dB (Typ.) |
23 dB (Min) 25 dB (Typ.) |
23 dB (Min) 25 dB (Typ.) |
| Optical Return Lossc | 50 dB Typical | |||
| Connector Type | FC/PC | |||
| Key Width | 2.00 mm ± 0.02 (Narrow Key) | |||
| Slow Axis Alignment | Aligned to Connector Keye | |||
| Cable Length | 1.0 m for Item Numbers Ending in -1 2.0 m for Item Numbers Ending in -2 5.0 m for Item Numbers Ending in -5 |
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| Cable Length Tolerance | +0.075/-0 m | |||
| Jacket Type | Ø3 mm Blue PVC Furcation Tubing | |||
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70 °C | |||
| Storage Temperature | -45 to 85 °C | |||
FC/PC and FC/APC Patch Cable Key Alignment
FC/PC and FC/APC Patch Cables are equipped with either a 2.0 mm narrow or 2.2 mm wide alignment key that fits into a corresponding slot on a mated component. These keys and slots are essential to correctly align the cores of connected fiber patch cables and minimize the insertion loss of the connection.
As an example, Thorlabs designs and manufactures mating sleeves for FC/PC- and FC/APC-terminated patch cables to precise specifications that ensure good alignment when used correctly. To ensure the best alignment, the alignment key on the patch cable is inserted into the corresponding narrow or wide-key slot on the mating sleeve.
Wide-Key-Slot Mating Sleeves
2.2 mm wide-key-slot mating sleeves are compatible with both wide-key and narrow-key connectors. However, using a narrow-key connector in a wide-key slot will allow the connector to rotate slightly in the mating sleeve (as shown in Video 56C). While this configuration is acceptable for patch cables with FC/PC connectors, for FC/APC applications, we recommend using narrow-key-slot mating sleeves to ensure optimum alignment.
Narrow-Key-Slot Mating Sleeves
2.0 mm narrow-key-slot mating sleeves allow for optimal alignment of angled, narrow-key FC/APC connectors, as shown in Video 56D. Therefore, they are not compatible with connectors that have a 2.2 mm wide key. Please note that all FC/PC and FC/APC patch cables manufactured by Thorlabs use narrow key connectors.
Video 56D Narrow-Key-Slot Mating Sleeve and Narrow Key Connector
Once a narrow key connector is inserted into a narrow-key-slot mating sleeve, the connector will not rotate. We therefore recommend these mating sleeves for FC/PC and FC/APC connectors with narrow keys.
Video 56C Wide-Key-Slot Mating Sleeve and Narrow Key Connector
When a narrow key connector is inserted into a wide-key-slot mating sleeve, the connector has room to rotate. For narrow key FC/PC connectors, this is acceptable, but for narrow key FC/APC connectors, significant coupling losses will result.
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