Premium-grade optical fiber assemblies are durable, high-quality patch cords that deliver uniform results with minimal signal variance. Premium-grade patch cords act as both illumination and read fibers and connect easily to Ocean Insight spectrometers, light sources and sampling accessories. UV-Visible patch cords are high OH fibers that transmit efficiently from 300-1100 nm. Visible-NIR patch cords are low OH fibers that transmit most efficiently from 400-2100 nm. Since UV radiation <300 nm degrades signal transmission in standard silica fibers, resulting in solarization (increased light absorption in the UV that can invalidate measurements), solarization-resistant (SR) fiber assemblies use polyimide or aluminum buffers that mitigate the effects of UV degradation.

• Visible-NIR transmission: low OH fibers transmit best from 400-2100 nm Jacketing options: stainless steel BX or silicone-coated steel monocoil with a Nomex braid
• Variety: assemblies available in different core diameters and lengths; custom options also available
• Convenient handling: precision SMA 905 connectors with extra-long knurled ferrules for easy manipulation
• Robust: great for lab, field and industrial use