Hermetically sealed optical fibers

Coating processes – Electrical product produced – Integrated circuit – printed circuit – or circuit board

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350 9634, 427163, G02B 616

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050005413

ABSTRACT:
A hermetically coated optical fiber is produced by contacting a hot fiber with an organic material such as acetylene. The heat of the fiber causes decomposition and results in a hermetic, carbonaceous coating. This coating is essentially impermeable to both water and hydrogen.

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