M. Wysmolek
O. Ottenhues
T. Pulzer
T. Theeg
H. Sayinc
M. Steinke
U. Morgner
J. Neumann
D. Kracht

Microstructured fiber cladding light stripper for kilowatt-class laser systems

Appl. Optics
23
57
6640-6644
2018
Type: Zeitschriftenaufsatz (reviewed)
Abstract
An all-glass microstructured high-power cladding mode stripper capable of handling cladding light of up to a power of approximately 350 W with stripping efficiencies >22  dB is presented. An optimized graded structure pattern increased the device’s reliability and its power-handling capabilities. Subjected to a 500 h stress test, the device shows no degradation.