Laser Images

Used Fibers

Light Loss Along Length

The effect of many surface imperfections becomes obvious when looking at a length of illuminated light guide. (Previously processed light guide. MFR: Saint Gobain BCF-98)

Surface Imperfections

Detailed surface imperfections in previously processed light guide. (MFR: Saint Gobain BCF-98)

Surface imperfections in previously processed light guide. (MFR Saint Gobain; BCF-98)

New Fibers

Clarity

Freshly cut light guide demonstrates remarkable clarity and minimal light loss. These images illustrate the smoothness of an undamaged surface.

Figure 1: Light Guide recently cut from spool shows exceptional clarity under laser light. (MFR Saint Gobain BCF-98)

Figure 3: Polished end of light guide away from light source, recently cut from spool. Long exposure reveals minimal light loss relative to end. (MFR Saint Gobain BCF-98)

Figure 2: Top view of light guide recently cut from spool. Uniform brightness indicates few surface abnormalities. (MFR Saint Gobain BCF-98)

Damage from Clamp

Other Surface Imperfections

‎ Minimal surface imperfections visible near end of new light guide.

‎ Imperfections along edge in new light guide.

‎ Two sides of the wave guide are visible and minimal light loss is observed. Bright region due to laser angle.