Hard-Polymer Clad Fibers (H-PCF) are a type of step-index silica fibers where the core is surrounded by a thin, hard-polymer cladding.

H-PCF fibers are preferred for their mechanical strength, flexibility, suitability for use in challenging chemical, environmental and high-temperature environments, and for their low cost and ease of handling.

Furthermore: The index of refraction of hard-polymer material is lower than what’s achievable with doped silica, resulting in fibers with higher numerical apertures (NA=0.37 typ).

H-PCF fibers find use in medical devices, in military, industrial and scientific applications, and for factory floor data communications.

Berkshire Photonics has years of experience as a maker of H-PCF patchcords and assemblies. We stock a variety of jumpers in standard configurations and lengths as shown below.

More importantly, we also build assemblies to customer specifications using high-quality fiber, connectors, and protective sheathing options, As an ISO900-certified company, we follow well-documented, continuously-monitored production processes. Every assembly we deliver meets the highest standards of reliability and dependability.

Contact us today and tell us about the custom cable assemblies you need. We’ll work with you to quickly zero in on an optimized solution.