The different uses for fiber optic lights, and different types of lighting fiber.
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Because POF is made of insulating materials, it can provide electrically isolated data links in environments and applications where electrical isolation is critical. Image: NAVFAC / Flickr (source) (CC BY 2.0)
Plastic optical fiber can withstand heat, direct sunlight, and, with the right components, dust and moisture. Image: MINING.com / Flickr (source) (CC BY 2.0)
Bavarian Optics developed Sollektor as a solution for bringing sunlight indoors.
Bavarian Optics has developed a system called Sollektor for bringing sunlight indoors using POF and hybrid light fixtures.
As one of the killer applications of plastic optical fiber, lighting takes full advantage of the medium’s flexibility and transmissive properties.
In addition to high-speed data links that are unaffected by electromagnetic fields, fiber optics are an important component of various medical sensors and instruments. Image: Andy G / Flickr (source) (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Plastic optical fiber cores and jackets are resistant to adhesives, oils, and other chemicals.
The inexpensive and versatile nature of POF has lent itself to a wide spectrum of creative and unique lighting uses.
Fiber optic cable can be used to create flexible and precise light sources. Image: Starfire Lighting Solutions.