High Vacuum Fiber Manufacturing Solutions2026-02-21T18:12:45+00:00
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Our Approach Is Built on Precision, Stability & Absolute Process Control.

Optical fibers engineered for extreme vacuum, temperature & precision environments

High-vacuum environments demand materials that remain dimensionally stable, contamination-free, and optically reliable under extreme pressure and temperature conditions. Our specialty optical fibers are engineered specifically for applications where conventional polymer-coated fibers fail.

We manufacture metal-coated, spun, and custom optical fibers designed for ultra-low outgassing, high thermal tolerance, and long-term mechanical stability. These fibers are ideal for vacuum chambers, particle accelerators, semiconductor fabrication, synchrotron systems, and space simulation facilities.

By controlling every stage of production – from preform design to coating and final inspection – we ensure consistent optical performance, precise dimensional tolerances, and complete process traceability. Each fiber is produced to meet strict scientific and industrial requirements where failure is not an option.

High Vacuum Manufacturing – Precision Without Compromise

Modern high-vacuum systems require components that integrate seamlessly with automated, digitally controlled environments. Our manufacturing processes use real-time monitoring, inline inspection, and statistical quality control to guarantee fiber consistency and reproducibility across production runs.

  • Ultra-low outgassing materials compliant with vacuum standards

  • High temperature resistance up to 400 °C / 752 °F and beyond (metal coatings)

  • Superior mechanical durability under vacuum stress

  • Full dimensional and optical traceability

Vacuum-Optimized
Fiber Engineering

Our fibers are engineered using predictive modeling of thermal expansion, mechanical stress, and coating adhesion to ensure stability in vacuum chambers and experimental systems.

Certified
High-Vacuum Production

All high-vacuum fiber products are manufactured under controlled conditions with documented materials, process validation, and optional vacuum compatibility testing.

Typical High-Vacuum Applications

  • Particle accelerators and synchrotron facilities

  • Semiconductor manufacturing equipment

  • Space simulation chambers

  • Vacuum spectroscopy and laser systems

  • Electron microscopy and surface analysis systems

Available Fiber Types

  • Metal-coated fiber (gold, aluminum, copper, nickel)
  • Spun fiber for precision sensing
  • Multi-core fiber for compact signal routing
  • Fully custom fiber geometries and coatings

Technical Performance Summary

Parameter Fiber Sepcification
Coating Type Metal coating (Gold, Aluminum, Nickel, Copper)
Maximum Operating Temperature Up to 400 °C continuous, higher for short exposure
Outgassing Level Ultra-low, compatible with UHV environments
Vacuum Compatibility High vacuum and ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems
Coating Thickness 5 – 50 µm (customizable)
Fiber Diameter Tolerance ±0.5 µm standard, tighter on request
Tensile Strength > 500 MPa after coating
Bend Radius As low as 20× fiber diameter
Thermal Cycling Resistance Stable under repeated −50 °C to +400 °C cycles
Chemical Resistance Resistant to solvents, oils, and vacuum cleaning agents
Optical Attenuation Stability No measurable drift under vacuum exposure
Surface Contamination Level Controlled to laboratory-grade cleanliness
Production Traceability Full batch, material, and process traceability
Custom Geometry Support Single-core, spun, multi-core configurations
Length Availability Prototype lengths to kilometer-scale production
Compliance Options ISO manufacturing, vacuum test protocols available

Q&A

Can your fibers operate in continuous monitoring systems?2026-01-13T19:54:32+00:00

Yes. Our fibers are designed for permanent installations with stable optical performance over long periods, even under vibration, temperature cycling, and mechanical stress.

Can your fibers withstand repeated sterilization cycles?2026-01-13T19:40:00+00:00

Yes. Our fibers are engineered to maintain optical transmission, coating adhesion, and dimensional stability after hundreds of steam, plasma, or chemical sterilization cycles.

What is the temperature range for metallized fibers?2026-01-24T19:53:21+00:00

True temperature and time limits of metal-coated fibers depend on many factors, such as atmosphere composition, mechanical stress and heat cycling pattern. Copper alloy coating is limited to 600°C (short-term) / 450°C (long-term) exposure in air and 600°C (indefinite) in inert atmosphere or vacuum. Aluminum-coated fibers can withstand temperatures up to 400°C (long-term).

Are your fibers suitable for minimally invasive surgical devices?2026-01-13T19:40:22+00:00

Absolutely. We manufacture fibers with ultra-tight diameter tolerances, small bend radii, and high mechanical strength, making them ideal for endoscopes, laser probes, and catheter-based systems.

Do spun fiber axes have to be aligned when splicing (similar to PM fibers)?2026-01-24T19:43:14+00:00

No, proper fiber orientation is not critical to polarimetric accuracy when using low-birefringent fiber.

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