Fiber Optic - Optic Fibers

STA-FLEX LEF 310M LINEAR EMITTING FIBER

Project:
Type: Solid Optic Fiber Cable
Catalog Number: LEF310M
System Component: Optical Fiber

650017_LEF310M

DESCRIPTION:

Lumenyte LEF310M combines the advantage of uni-directional 60o directional beam of light with small profile LEF technology. This unique "light extraction" fiber is idea for applications with limited space parameters and which require more light than conventional linear fiber optics. It is manufactured in 6" (152mm) increments and sold by the foot. Like all LEF products, it is "driver" dependant.

Small Coves
Glass Block
Ambient Lighting
P.O.P. Displays
Accents

SPECIFICATIONS:

Series Number

LEF310M

Core Diameter

.240” (6.1mm)

Outer Diameter

.410” (10.4mm)

Operating Temperature Range

Up to 194° F (90° C)

Recommended Maximum Number of Fibers into Illuminator

5 (PH-N); 7 (PH-H, AR); 3 (LI)

Weight of Optical Fiber (Average per Foot)

1.13oz. (32g.)

Recommended Bend Radius

4” (102mm) or larger

LEF310M: 3” Radius (76mm) 3” Radius (76mm) 4” Radius (102mm)

Recommended Distances for Effective LEF310M Brightness

• The effective light-length-output of LEF310M fiber optic is subjective and based upon several variables such as:

• Intensity of light source	• Background color contrast	• Ambient light level
• Quantity of fibers in illuminator	• Viewing angle	• Length of run
• Attenuation of light	• Color of light	• Number of splices

• Shorter runs, up to 6’ (1.8m) from one light source or up to 12’ (3.6m) with a light source at each end, are recommended.

Driver

• The LEF Series of optical fibers is “driver dependent” and is supplied with a minimum 1’ (30.5cm) length of driver. Driver can be field cut and spliced as required. Driver lengths of up to 10’ (3m) have minimum impact on photometric performance on a straight run. LIC recommends 6” (152mm) or greater radius turns in the driver. A second driver is required when fiber is lit from both ends.

Mounting

• Use WUC404-7 for both exterior and interior applications or OPCL-4 for interior applications. Bond LEF into track with LIC-RTV.

• Tracks may be cut into “clips” for curved areas. Bond fiber per above.

Environment

• Optical fiber core must be protected in wet or sunlit areas. Use end seals where applicable.

• Protect core and cladding from dirt and abrasions.

•Install fiber at temperatures of 10° C (50° F) or higher.

•Prior to installation, unbox optical fiber and lay fiber straight for several hours.

•Not for underwater use.