Single Mode Fiber Launch for Bare Fibers

The MAX350 launch system features our high resolution differential adjusters, which are ideal for optimizing the coupling of a free space laser into a single mode fiber, even in the visible spectrum where the mode field diameter of the fibers are as small as 3µm. The quick release fiber holder provides six mounting surfaces, each one designed to accept a different size fiber. The addition of a cable strain relief helps to prevent inadvertent disruption of the system, a small feature that can be a great time saver. This preconfigured system is an ideal starter system, which can be quickly adapted to many uses.

X, Y, and Z-axis are Decoupled to Maximize Stability During Adjustment
The patented MAX300 series parallel flexure design's advantages are readily apparent when it is implemented in alignment applications requiring sub-micron resolution or better. Typically, with a multi-axis stacked stage, touching one of the two drives that are not referenced to “ground” will result in unwanted motion within the assembly. With each of the drives in a NanoMax™ series stage coupled directly to the base of the stage, these adverse effects are eliminated. The fixed differential drives offer 4mm of coarse travel as well as 250µm fine travel range with a resolution of 50µm per revolution. The graduations engraved on the coarse and fine travel provide a clear reference point for applications that require absolute positioning.

MAX350 and MAX350/M

Travel 4mm
CrossTalk <20µm/mm
Load Capacity 2.2lbs (1kg)
Thermal Stability 1µm/°C
Weight 5lbs (2.2Kg)
Deck Height 2.46" (62.5mm)
Optical Axis Height 2.95" (75mm)
Fiber Diameter Range 125µm to 2mm
Differential Adjusters
Coarse Adjustment (4mm Range) 0.5mm/rev (Graduations Every 10µm)
Fine Adjustment (250µm Range) 50µm/rev (Graduations Every 1µm)

Ideal for Bare Fiber, Lensed Fiber or Sleeved Fibers
Unique Variable Hexagon-shape Accommodates Cylindrical Objects Ranging from Ø125µm - Ø2mm
Variable Pressure Clamping Arm
4mm Travel Adjustment Range
Includes 300µm Fine Adjustment with 50nm Resolution
Suitable for any RMS Threaded Objective (Click here for RMS Objectives)

This Fiber Launch System Includes:


MAX313 3 Axis Flexure Stage with Fixed Differential Drives
AMA009 Fixed Angle Bracket
HCS010 RMS microscope Objective Mount
HFF001 Variable Fiber Clamp
HFS001 Cable Strain Relief