Fiber Optic - Optic Fibers

STA-FLEX SFR 510 LINEAR OPTICAL FIBER

Project:
Type: Solid Optic Fiber Cable
Catalog Number: SFR510
System Component: Optical Fiber

650019_SFR

DESCRIPTION:

SFR510 offers an intermediate brightness level between SFC/SWN and LEF type fibers with a built-in white reflector beneath a protective Flexcoat jacket. This results in an effect similar to SFC501 or SWN500 fiber in white U channel. It is suitable for exterior or interior use and is ideal for rounded or squared recess applications when a separate track is not required or desired. Its viewing face is 60° and uni-directional. SFR510 is “driver dependent” . For underwater applications, add “-WR” jacket.

Linear Accent
Water Features
Ambient Lighting
Pathways

SPECIFICATIONS:

Series Number

SFR510

Core Diameter

.49” (12.5mm)

Outer Diameter

.76” (19.3mm)

Operating Temperature Range

Up to 194° F (90° C)

Recommended Maximum Number of Fibers into Illuminator

2 (PH, AR); 1 (LI)

Weight of Optical Fiber (Average per Foot)

3.47 oz. (100 g.)

Recommended Bend Radius

6” (152mm) or larger

SFR510-WR Dimensions

.825” (21.0mm) W x .825” (21.0mm) H

Recommended Distances for Effective SFR 510 Brightness

• The effective light-length-output of SFR510 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

• Generally, runs may range from 10’-40’ (3m-12.2m) from one light source or from 50’-100’ (15.2m-30.4m) with a light source at each end.

Driver

• The SFR 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, at the opposite end, is required when fiber is lit from both ends.

Mounting

• Use CUC or WUC610-7 for exterior or interior applications or OPCL-6.5 for interior applications. Bond SFR into track with LIC-RTV.

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

• Use WUC or CUC704-7 for SFR510-WR. Use LIC-RTV in track base to avoid air pockets.

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, use -WR jacket.