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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Optical Engineering
  • Polymer Science

Background:

  • Microstructured polymer optical fibers (mPOF) offer unique properties but present challenges in fiber termination.
  • Achieving a high-quality connectorized end-face is critical for reliable optical signal transmission in mPOF applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the optimal conditions for cleaving novel microstructured polymer optical fibers (mPOF).
  • To determine the influence of blade temperature and cutting speed on the quality of the mPOF end-face.
  • To assess the impact of blade surface quality on the cleaving process.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative assessment of mPOF end-face quality after cleaving.
  • Experimentation with varying blade temperatures (room temperature to elevated) and cutting speeds (specifically 0.5 mm/s).
  • Utilizing mPOFs with 3- and 4-ring hexagonal-like air cladding structures (approx. 250 μm outer diameter).

Main Results:

  • Optimal end-face quality was achieved at room temperature with blade temperatures between 60-80 °C and a low blade speed of 0.5 mm/s.
  • The quality of the blade surface was identified as a critical factor for obtaining satisfactory mPOF end-faces.
  • Acceptable and consistent fiber end-face results were obtained for up to four cuts using the same razor blade and surface.

Conclusions:

  • Controlled blade temperature and low cutting speed are essential for successful mPOF cleaving.
  • Maintaining a high-quality blade surface is paramount for achieving reliable fiber optic connectorization.
  • The study provides practical guidelines for the termination of novel mPOF structures.