Plasma torch for overcladding an optical fiber preform

Details Plasma torch for overcladding an optical fiber preform Plasma torch for overcladding an optical fiber preform

2007-06-27

2010-12-21

Dehghan, Queenie (Department: 1791)

Glass manufacturing

Processes of manufacturing fibers, filaments, or preforms

Process of manufacturing optical fibers, waveguides, or...

C065S483000, C219S121480

Reexamination Certificate

active

07854145

ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is a plasma torch for overcladding a primary preform of an optical fiber. The plasma torch includes a confinement tube for confining an induced plasma and a torch base. The torch base has a ceramic surface internal to the confinement tube. The plasma torch has extended life even at high input powers.

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