What Is an LC Coupler?
An LC coupler is a sophisticated optical device designed to interconnect optical fiber cables, facilitating the seamless transmission of light between fibers.
This device operates based on the principles of mechanical and optical coupling. Mechanical coupling, noted for its simplicity and cost-effectiveness, unfortunately, results in higher optical loss. Optical coupling, on the other hand, achieves lower optical loss through a more intricate and expensive design.
LC couplers are integral to various fields, including telecommunications, data center operations, medical instrumentation, and industrial machinery. They are prized for their compact size, light weight, precision, and efficiency in minimizing loss. The coupler’s structure comprises a ferrule, sleeve, guide pin, and optical components, ensuring reliable and accurate light distribution for applications such as network infrastructure in telecommunications, data handling in data centers, and precise data measurement in medical and industrial devices.