#* If you want to ensure that the outer cladding will not be disturbed during the polishing process you will need to remove the outer cladding for a short (about 0.5 mm) length of the fiber. This is a relatively easy process; it just takes some time, a lot of patience, and a microscope. To begin with, set up a cutting guide such that you can make a small cut perpendicular to the length of the fiber. If possible try and design your cutting guide such that it also lines up the cuts for all of the sides. I used a simple piece of paper wrapped around the fiber. | #* If you want to ensure that the outer cladding will not be disturbed during the polishing process you will need to remove the outer cladding for a short (about 0.5 mm) length of the fiber. This is a relatively easy process; it just takes some time, a lot of patience, and a microscope. To begin with, set up a cutting guide such that you can make a small cut perpendicular to the length of the fiber. If possible try and design your cutting guide such that it also lines up the cuts for all of the sides. I used a simple piece of paper wrapped around the fiber. |