Fiber Laser Cladding Light Stripper Selection
Cladding-light stripper configurations depend on fiber platform, expected cladding-light load, attenuation and signal-loss requirements.
you need to remove residual cladding light in a high-power laser and must choose the correct stripping-power class.
Quick comparison
| Selection point | Lower / Mid Power CLS | High Power CLS |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber examples | X/125 or X/250 | X/400 |
| Max stripping power | 20 W / 100 W | 1000 W |
| Power attenuation | >20 dB / >18 dB | >18 dB |
| Signal insertion loss | <0.13 dB | <0.13 dB |
| Package | D1-D7 | D1-D7 |
Configuration comparison
Lower / Mid Power CLS: application conditions
The 20 W or 100 W class is an option when the expected cladding-light load and fiber platform fit those specified values.
High Power CLS: application conditions
The 1000 W class only is an option when the X/400 high-power platform and stripping load require it.
Common questions
Should CLS be sized from signal power?
Not only from signal power. The relevant value is the cladding-light stripping load together with the fiber platform.
What should I send for engineering review?
Signal fiber, wavelength, expected cladding-light power, package constraint and system application.
The application and available parameters can support an initial review. Engineering can clarify the remaining configuration.