Title :
Low-loss, low return-loss coupling between SMF and single-mode, hollow-core fibers using connectors
Author :
Nicholson, Jeffrey W. ; Mangan, B. ; Meng, Limin ; DeSantolo, A. ; Windeler, Robert S. ; Fini, John M. ; Mukasa, K. ; Monberg, E.M. ; Vannasouk, P. ; Warych, E. ; Taunay, T.
Author_Institution :
OFS Labs., Somerset, NJ, USA
Abstract :
We demonstrate the first low-loss, low-return-loss FC/PC connector for a single-mode, hollow-core fiber. Connector loss of 0.3dB and return loss of -31.3dB was measured, and a 200m HCF jumper with connectors on both ends was fabricated.
Keywords :
optical fibre couplers; optical fibre fabrication; optical fibre losses; optical fibre testing; FC/PC connector; HCF jumper; SMF; connector loss; coupling loss; distance 200 m; return loss; single-mode hollow-core fibers; Connectors; Couplings; Loss measurement; Optical fiber couplers; Optical fiber polarization; Splicing; Wavelength measurement;
Conference_Titel :
Lasers and Electro-Optics (CLEO), 2014 Conference on
Conference_Location :
San Jose, CA
