Fiber Optic - Optic Fibers

STA-FLEX LEF 410M LINEAR EMITTING FIBER

Project:
Type: Solid Optic Fiber Cable
Catalog Number: LEF410M
System Component: Optical Fiber

650018_LEF410M

DESCRIPTION:

Lumenyte LEF410M offers a more economical, intermediate profile product in the LEF family of patented "light extraction" optical fibers. It combines the design versatility and efficiency of fiber optic illumination with functional linear lighting. LEF410M emits a bright unidirectional 60 degree beam of light by use of a computer generated process to extract lumens evenly across its face. LEF410M is ideal for down-sized areas where smaller optical fiber is required and suitable for exterior., interior and water feature use. It is manufactured in 6" (152mm) increments and sold by the foot. Like all LEF products, it is "driver dependant". Add "-WR" jacket for underwater applications.

Indirect Lighting
Aquariums
Ambient Lighting
Small Signs
Perimeters
Accents
Under Countertops / Planters

SPECIFICATIONS:

Series Number

LEF410M

Core Diameter

.360” (9.1mm)

Outer Diameter

.577” (14.6mm)

Operating Temperature Range

Up to 194° F (90° C)

Recommended Maximum Number of Fibers into Illuminator

3 (PH-AR); 1 (LI)

Weight of Optical Fiber (Average per Foot)

2.68oz. (100g.)

Recommended Bend Radius

5” (127mm) or larger

LEF410M-WR Dimensions

.655" (16.6mm) W x .640" (16.3mm) H

LEF410M: 3.5” Radius (89mm) 3.5” Radius (89mm) 5” Radius (127mm)

Recommended Distances for Effective LEF410M Brightness

• The effective light-length-output of LEF410M 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 10’ (3m) from one light source or up to 20’ (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 5” (127mm) or greater radius turns in the driver. A second driver is required when fiber is lit from both ends.

Mounting

• Use WUC or CUC504-7 for both exterior and interior applications or OPCL-5 for interior applications. Bond LEF into track with LIC-RTV.

• Use WUC or CUC504CC-7 for LEF410M-WR. Use LIC-RTV in track base to avoid air pockets.

• 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.

•For underwater use, add -WR jacket.