Product Overview
Thorlabs SMF-28 Custom-Length Single Mode Fiber, 0.9144 m
This single-mode fiber patch cable supports broadband optical work where consistent signal transmission and clean handling matter. Designed for lab and telecom contexts, it spans the 1260-1625 nm range and uses a compact 900 µm jacket for routing. A practical tip: confirm connector compatibility on the terminated end before integrating into an existing optical path or rack layout.
Product Condition
Unused, New Old Stock; kept in the manufacturer’s original packaging.
Product Overview
The Thorlabs SMF-28-030Y-CUSTOM is a custom-length single-mode fiber optic cable built around SMF-28 series fiber. It features a yellow 900 µm jacket with 125 µm cladding and is intended for precision optical and telecom environments. One end is factory-terminated, while the opposite end is left unpatched and bare for field termination or direct integration. The specified length is 0.9144 meters.
Key Features
- Single mode fiber based on SMF-28 series construction
- Operational wavelength range of 1260-1625 nm
- Ø900 µm protective jacket for flexible routing
- Ø125 µm fiber cladding
- Custom cable length of 0.9144 meters
- One factory-terminated connector end
- Opposite end supplied unpatched and bare
- Yellow jacket for easy visual identification
Applications
- Laboratory optical signal routing
- Telecom and datacom test setups
- Custom fiber termination projects
- Bench-top optical experiments
- System integration requiring one open fiber end
- Replacement or spare fiber for SMF-28-based systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fiber is used in this cable?
This cable uses single mode fiber from the SMF-28 series, suitable for long-wavelength optical transmission.
Is the connector type specified?
The cable includes a factory-terminated connector on one end, but the specific connector style is not designated in the provided details.
Why is one end left unpatched?
The bare end allows for custom field termination or direct integration into systems requiring a specific connector or splice.
Is this suitable for multimode applications?
No, this cable is designed specifically for single mode optical systems.
You can route optical signals in a laboratory test setup using the single mode fiber construction, then terminate the bare end to your standard while organizing the cable neatly within a fiber tray.
