Fiber Splicing

Ferrules
The ferrules are made of quartz, and are V shaped so that they make a hollow square cross-section when mated. This is so the fiber fits between them snugly while it is being fused.

Fibers

 * Properties of St. Gobain double-clad fibers

Lamp

 * The lamp used in the fiber splicing unit is a 25 volt - 250 watt AV/Photo lamp.

Results

 * Testing
 * Early Fiber Splicing Attempts


 * New Collar Design