Implantable Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA Fiber


  • Cannulae with Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA Multimode Fiber
  • Multiple Ferrule Size, Diameter, and Material Options
  • 2 mm to 20 mm Cleaved Fiber
  • Custom Versions Available

CFMLC15L02

2 mm Cleaved Fiber, Ø1.25 mm x 6.4 mm Ferrule

CFML15L05

5 mm Cleaved Fiber, Ø1.25 mm Ferrule

CFMC54L10

10 mm Cleaved Fiber, Ø2.5 mm Ferrule

CFM15L20

20 mm Cleaved Fiber, Ø2.5 mm Ferrule

Polished
Ceramic

Ø2.5 mm

Ø1.25 mm

Ferrule Ends

 Ø1.25 mm and Ø2.5 mm Ferrules are Available

Stainless Steel

CFMXD02

2 mm Cleaved Fiber, Ø1.25 mm x 10.5 mm Ferrule

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Fiber Optic Cannula Selection Guide
Ø105 µm Core, 0.22 NA Fiber
Ø200 µm Core, 0.22 NA Fiber
Ø200 µm Core, 0.39 NA Fiber
Ø200 µm Core, 0.50 NA Fiber
Ø300 µm Core, 0.39 NA Fiber
Ø400 µm Core, 0.39 NA Fiber
Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA Fiber
Dual-Core Cannula
Cannulae with Diffuser Tip
Cannula Fiber Specifications
Fiber Type FP400URT
Wavelength Range
(Click for Plot)		 300 - 1200 nm
Core Diameter 400 ± 8 µm
Cladding Diametera 425 ± 10 μm
Numerical Aperture 0.50
Cleaved Length Tolerance ±0.5 mm
  • This is the outer diameter of the fiber protruding from the ferrule.
Fiber Optic Cannula and Interconnect
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All Fiber Optic Cannulae and Optogenetics Patch Cables can be easily mated using an Interconnect or Mating Sleeve.

Features

  • Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA Fiber Optic Cannulae
  • Multiple Ferrule Options:
    • Ø1.25 mm (LC) or Ø2.5 mm (FC)
    • Ceramic (Zirconia) or Stainless Steel Material
    • 6.4 mm, 10.5 mm, or 12.7 mm Ferrule Length
  • 2, 5, 10, or 20 mm Long Flat-Cleaved Fiber
  • Custom Versions Available (See Custom Cannula Tab for Details)
  • Contact Tech Support for Discount on High-Volume Purchases

Thorlabs' Implantable Fiber Optic Cannulae are designed to deliver light from an LED or laser light source to optically sensitive cells within a specimen. Each cannula consists of a ferrule and a length of protruding optical fiber that is typically surgically implanted using stereotaxic guidance. After implantation, the ferrule remains exposed; this provides an interface with our line of optogenetics equipment (see the OG Selection Guide tab for a full listing). 

The cannulae sold on this page use Ø400 µm core, 0.50 NA fiber (Item # FP400URT) that is flat cleaved to a length of 2 mm, 5 mm,
10 mm, or 20 mm. The fiber is secured in Ø1.25 mm (FC) or Ø2.5 mm (LC) ferrules that are made form either ceramic or stainless steel. Cannulae with Ø1.25 mm (LC) ferrules are less invasive and lightweight, making them ideal for smaller specimens or placing multiple cannulae in close proximity; they are available with ferrule lengths of 6.4 mm or 10.5 mm (ceramic LC cannulae only). Ø2.5 mm (FC) ferrules are larger and easier to handle; this provides a more robust connection that is ideal for working with larger specimens. Ceramic ferrules are lighter than stainless steel ferrules, which reduces stress on the specimen.

Implant guides for the cannulae sold on this page are also available below in packs of one or five. Each cannula includes a protective cap that shields the ferrule end from dust and other hazards. Additional fiber caps are also sold separately. If the ferrule end becomes dirty from use, we offer a selection of inspection tools, as well as fiber optic cleaning products.

Patch Cable Compatibility and Numerical Aperture (NA)
For best performance, choose a patch cable and cannula with the same fiber core diameter and NA. Mixing stainless steel and ceramic ferrules should not introduce significant additional signal losses. Numerical Aperture (NA) defines the angle of the cone of light leaving the fiber tip at the end of the cannula and is a dimensionless quantity used by fiber manufacturers to specify the acceptance angle of an optical fiber. Cannulae with a lower NA provide a narrower cone of light at the tip, resulting in higher light intensity over a smaller area, while cannulae with a higher NA generate a wider cone of light that illuminates a larger area with lower intensity.


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Multiple fiber NAs are available across our optogenetics product line; cannulae with a 0.50 NA are sold on this page.

Mating Sleeve Compatibility
The ferrule diameter of a patch cable and cannula is the key factor for physical compatibility with an interconnect and mating sleeve. Cannulae and patch cables using Ø1.25 mm (LC) ferrules are compatible with both the ADAL1 ceramic and ADAL4-5 bronze mating sleeves, as well as the ADAL3 interconnect. Patch cables and cannulae using Ø2.5 mm (FC) ferrules are compatible with both the ADAF1 ceramic and ADAF4-5 bronze mating sleeves, as well as the ADAF2 interconnect.

Custom Cannulae
Thorlabs also manufactures custom fiber optic cannulae. We can provide different fiber and/or ferrule types as well as different fiber lengths. Please see the Custom Cannula tab for details.

Optogenetics Product Family for In Vivo Applications

Thorlabs offers a wide variety of products designed to support in vivo optogenetics applications. Please visit the OG Selection Guide tab above to see a full listing of available products for different applications.

Optogenetics System Schematic

Related Optogenetics Products
Light Sources Patch Cables (Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA) Mating Cannulae (Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA) Accessories
Fiber-Coupled LEDs
MM Laser, 473 nm		 Standard Interconnects
Mating Sleeves		 Standard Implant Guides
Cannula Holders

Custom Cannula Dimensions Drawing

Custom Fiber Optic Cannula

Thorlabs offers custom cannulae with the following options. Place a quote request through the following form to receive a quote for your custom cannula order.

Custom Cannula Worksheet:
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Ferrule Size: Ø2.5 mm (FC)  |  Ø1.25 mm (LC)
(Custom length ferrules are also available. Contact Tech Support for details.)
Ferrule Material: Stainless Steel  |  Ceramic (Zirconia) 
Fiber End: Flat Cleave (tolerance of ± 0.5 mm)  |  Scissor Cut 
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Figure 2: Pulling the Fiber
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Figure 2: Pulling the Fiber with the BFG1 Bare Fiber Gripper
Figure 1: Scribing the Fiber
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Figure 1: Scribing the Fiber with the S90R Fiber Scribe
Figure 3: Cleaved Fiber
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Figure 3: Cleaved Fiber After Pulling
Cleaved Fiber End
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Figure 4: Cleaved Fiber End, as Viewed Through the JEL10 Eye Loupe

Fiber Cleaving

A cleave, or precision cut, is used to ensure proper light propagation out of the fiber tip. Thorlabs' uncleaved cannula must be cleaved before use; a cleaved cannula can be cleaved again if a shorter fiber length is desired. We recommend the following procedure for cleaving the fiber end.

Required Materials

  • Uncleaved Fiber Optic Cannula
  • S90R Fiber Scribe
  • BFG1 Bare Fiber Gripper
  • KW32 Kimwipes™ Lint-Free Wipes
  • Isopropyl Alcohol
  • JEL10 Eye Loupe, EYL10X Premium Eye Loupe, or Microscope
  • FTDU Fiber Optic Disposal Unit (Recommended)

Cleaving Procedure

  1. Clean the fiber end of the cannula using a lint-free wipe and isopropyl alcohol. Do not use acetone, as this will damage the TECS cladding on the exposed fiber.
  2. Measure the desired length of fiber from the end of the ferrule. Mark this length on the fiber with a marker.
  3. Place the cannula on a hard surface and secure the fiber end with a finger or tape, as shown in Figure 1.
  4. Hold the cleaving tool perpendicular to the fiber and gently score the fiber as shown in Figure 1 to the right. Do not apply excessive pressure. The fiber should not break off at this point.
    This step is critical in obtaining a good cleave. If the scribe is made too hard, the fiber will break instead of cleaving. If the scribe is too light, the fiber will not cleave.
  5. Hold the cannula in one hand, and grip the fiber end with a bare fiber gripper in the other end as shown in Figure 2. Pull the fiber straight back until the fiber cleaves as shown in Figure 3. Dispose of the scrap fiber end in the FTDU or any medical or fiber sharps container.
  6. If the fiber does not break with a moderate amount of tension, repeat steps 4-5 above applying slightly more pressure when scoring. Inspect the cleave using an eye loupe or microscope.

A good cleave will be flat across the fiber and perpendicular to the optic axis. There should be no ‘tag’ (i.e., protrusion) from the edge of the fiber. The region where the initial scribe was made may be visible. It should be less than 5% of the core diameter. Be patient as this process takes a little practice. Please be aware that it will be more difficult to achieve a high-quality cleave in large-core-diameter fibers compared to thinner fibers. A view of a properly cleaved fiber end as seen through a Thorlabs' JEL10 eye loupe is shown in Figure 4.

Click Here for a PowerPoint Illustrating This Procedure

Thorlabs also offers a full fiber connectorization manual, which covers fiber termination and connectorization, as well as bare fiber cleaving. It can be downloaded for free here, or a paper copy can be purchased here.


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Single-Site Stimulation
One Light Source to One Cannula Implant
Multilateral Stimulation
One Light Source to Two Cannula Implants Using Rotary Joint Splitter
One or Two Light Sources to Two Cannula Implants
One Light Source to Seven Cannula Implants
Two Light Sources into One Dual-Core Cannula Implant
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Fiber-Coupled LEDs and Drivers 

Optogenetics Selection Guide

Thorlabs offers a wide range of optogenetics components; the compatibility of these products in select standard configurations is discussed in detail here. Please contact Technical Support for assistance with items outside the scope of this guide, including custom fiber components for optogenetics.

 

Single-Site Stimulation

One Light Source to One Cannula Implant

The most straightforward method for in vivo light stimulation of a specimen is to use a single fiber optic with a single LED light source. The single wavelength LED is powered by an LED driver, and then the illumination output is fiber-coupled into a patch cable, which connects to the implanted cannula. See the graphics and expandable compatibility tables below for the necessary patch cables and cannulae to create this setup. To choose the appropriate LED and driver, see below or the full web presentation.

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LED Driver LED Driver Fiber-Coupled LED Fiber-Coupled LED SMA to Ferrule Patch Cable with Optional Rotary Joint SMA to Ferrule Patch Cable with Optional Rotary Joint ADAF2 Interconnect ADAF2 Interconnect Fiber Optic Cannula Fiber Optic Cannula

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Multilateral Stimulation

The ability to accurately and simultaneously direct light to multiple locations within a specimen is desired for many types of optogenetics experiments. For example, bilateral stimulation techniques typically target neurons in two spatially separated regions in order to induce a desired behavior. In more complex experiments involving the simultaneous inhibition and stimulation of neurons, delivering light of two different monochromatic wavelengths within close proximity enables the user to perform these experiments without implanting multiple cannulae, which can increase stress on the specimen.

Multilateral stimulation can be achieved with several different configurations depending on the application requirements. The sections below illustrate examples of different configurations using Thorlabs' optogenetics products.

Option 1: One Light Source to Two Cannula Implants Using Rotary Joint Splitter

Thorlabs' RJ2 1x2 Rotary Joint Splitter is designed for optogenetics applications and is used to split light from a single input evenly between two outputs. The rotary joint interface allows connected patch cables to freely rotate, reducing the risk of fiber damage caused by a moving specimen. See the graphic and compatibility table below for the necessary cables and cannulae to create this setup. For LEDs and drivers, see below or the full web presentation.

LED Driver Fiber-Coupled LED Hybrid Patch Cable 1x2 Rotary Joint Splitter OG Patch Cable OG Patch Cable ADAF2 Interconnect ADAF2 Interconnect Fiber Optic Cannula Fiber Optic Cannula Fiber Optic Cannula

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Option 2: One or Two Light Sources to Two Cannula Implants

If the intent is for one LED source to connect to two cannulae for simultaneous light modulation, then a bifurcated fiber bundle can be used to split the light from the LED into each respective cannula. For dual wavelength stimulation (mixing two wavelengths in a single cannula) or a more controlled split ratio between cannula, one can use a multimode coupler to connect one or two LEDs to the cannulae. If one cable end is left unused, the spare coupler cable end may be terminated by a light trap. See the graphic and compatibility table below for the necessary cables and cannulae to create this setup. For LEDs and drivers, see below or the full web presentation.

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LED Driver LED Driver Fiber-Coupled LED Fiber-Coupled LED Patch Cable textY-Cable Mating Sleeve Mating Sleeve Mating Sleeve Mating Sleeve Fiber Optic Cannula Fiber Optic Cannula Fiber Optic Cannula Fiber Optic Cannula

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Option 3: One Light Sources to Seven Cannula Implants

If the intent is for one LED source to connect to seven cannulae for simultaneous light modulation, then a 1-to-7 fiber bundle can be used to split the light from the LED into each respective cannula. See the graphic and compatibility table below for the necessary cables and cannulae to create this setup. For LEDs and drivers, see below or the full web presentation.

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Two Light Sources into One Dual-Core Cannula Implant

For bilateral stimulation applications where the two cannulas need to be placed in close proximity (within ~1 mm), Thorlabs offers dual-core patch cables and cannulae that are designed for this specific application. Each core is driven by a separate light source, enabling users to stimulate and/or supress nerve cells in the same region of the specimen. See the graphic and compatibility table below for the necessary cables and cannulae to create this setup. For LEDs and drivers, see below or the full web presentation.

LED Driver 2nd LED Driver LED Driver Text Fiber-Coupled LED 2nd Fiber-Coupled LED Fiber-Coupled LEDs Dual-Core Patch Cable Dual-Core Patch Cable ADAF2 Interconnect ADAF2 Interconnect Fiber Optic Cannula Fiber Optic Cannula

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Part Selection Table (Click Links for Item Description Popup)
Common Fiber Properties
Core Diameter 200 µm
Wavelength Range 400 - 2200 nm
NA 0.39
Fiber Type FT200EMT
Ferrule Stylea FC (Ø2.5 mm)
Dual-Core Patch Cable FC/PC Input BFY32FL1
SMA905 Input BFY32SL1
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect ADAF1
ADAF2
ADAF4-5
Dual-Core Fiber Optic Cannulaec Stainless Steel CFM32L10
CFM32L20
  • FC components have a Ø2.5 mm ferrule end.
  • Patch cables for dual light source to single implant applications are highlighted in green above. Choose a patch cable with an input that matches your light source.
  • Available cannulae are highlighted in orange of the table above. Cannule within the same column are interchangeable.

 

LED Item # Wavelengtha Typical Opsin Output Powerb Color
M405F3c 405 nm mmilCFP, hcriGFP 3.7 mW UV
M430F1 430 nm ChR2 7.5 mW Violet
M455F3 455 nm ChIEF, bPAC 24.5 mW Royal Blue
M470F4 470 nm ChR2, ChR2-SFO 20 mW Blue
M490F4 490 nm Rh-CT, ChR2 (E123A) 2.8 mW Blue
M505F3 505 nm ChRGR, Opto-α1AR, Opto-β2AR 11.7 mW Cyan
M530F3 530 nm C1V1, VChR1 9.6 mW Green
M565F3 565 nm Arch, VChR1-SFO 13.5 mW Lime
M595F2 595 nm ChR2-SFO, eNpHR3.0 11.5 mW Amber
M625F2 625 nm ReChR 17.5 mW Red
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  • Typical output power measured with a Ø400 µm Core, 0.39 NA multimode fiber.
  • Precautions must be taken to prevent looking directly at the UV light and UV light protective glasses must be worn to avoid eye damage. Exposure of the skin and other body parts to UV light should be avoided.

Illumination

M405F1
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M405F1

Fiber-Coupled LEDs and Drivers

Our fiber-coupled LEDs are ideal light sources for optogenetics applications. They feature a variety of wavelength choices and a convenient interconnection to optogenetics patch cables. Thorlabs offers fiber-coupled LEDs with nominal wavelengths ranging from 280 nm to 1050 nm. See the table to the right for the LEDs with the most popular wavelengths for optogenetics. A table of compatible LED drivers can be viewed by clicking below.

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Ø1.25 mm (LC), 6.4 mm or 10.5 mm Ceramic Cannulae

Item #
Prefix		 Image Ferrule
Size		 Ferrule
Length		 Ferrule
Material		 Fiber Length Fiber Finish Compatible
Interconnect / Sleeves		 Compatible
Patch Cables		 Compatible
Implant Guidea
CFMLC15L Cannulae with Ø1.25 mm Ferrule and Ø200 µm Fiber Ø1.25 mm
(LC)		 6.4 mm Ceramic
(Zirconia)		 2, 5, 10, or 20 mm Flat Cleave Interconnect:
ADAL3
Mating Sleeves:
ADAL1 (Ceramic)
ADAL4-5 (Phosphor Bronze)		 Standard: M125 and M127
Low Autofluorescence: MAF2L1		 OGL
CFMXD Cannulae with Ø1.25 mm Ferrule and Ø200 µm Fiber 10.5 mm
  • Cannulae with 2 mm long fiber are not compatible with our implant guides.
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CFMLC15L02Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 6.4 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=2 mm
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CFMLC15L05 Support Documentation
CFMLC15L05Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 6.4 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=5 mm
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CFMLC15L10Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 6.4 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=10 mm
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CFMLC15L20 Support Documentation
CFMLC15L20Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 6.4 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=20 mm
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CFMXD02 Support Documentation
CFMXD02Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 10.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=2 mm
$62.91
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CFMXD05 Support Documentation
CFMXD05Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 10.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=5 mm
$66.70
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CFMXD10 Support Documentation
CFMXD10Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 10.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=10 mm
$70.25
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CFMXD20 Support Documentation
CFMXD20Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 x 10.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=20 mm
$73.73
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Ø1.25 mm (LC), Stainless Steel Cannulae

Item #
Prefix		 Image Ferrule
Size		 Ferrule
Length		 Ferrule
Material		 Fiber Length Fiber Finish Compatible
Interconnect / Sleeves		 Compatible
Patch Cables		 Compatible
Implant Guidea
CFML15L Cannulae with Ø1.25 mm Ferrule and Ø200 µm Fiber Ø1.25 mm
(LC)		 6.4 mm Stainless
Steel		 2, 5, 10, or 20 mm Flat Cleave Interconnect:
ADAL3
Mating Sleeves:
ADAL1 (Ceramic)
ADAL4-5 (Phosphor Bronze)		 Standard: M125 and M127
Low Autofluorescence: MAF2L1		 OGL
  • Cannulae with 2 mm long fiber are not compatible with our implant guides.
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CFML15L02 Support Documentation
CFML15L02Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=2 mm
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CFML15L05 Support Documentation
CFML15L05Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=5 mm
$60.47
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CFML15L10 Support Documentation
CFML15L10Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=10 mm
$62.94
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CFML15L20 Support Documentation
CFML15L20Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø1.25 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=20 mm
$67.28
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Ø2.5 mm (FC), Ceramic Cannulae

Item #
Prefix		 Image Ferrule Size Ferrule
Length		 Ferrule
Material		 Fiber Length Fiber Finish Compatible
Interconnect / Sleeves		 Compatible
Patch Cables		 Compatible
Implant Guidea
CFMC54 Cannulae with Ø1.25 mm Ferrule and Ø200 µm Fiber Ø2.5 mm (FC) 10.5 mm Ceramic
(Zirconia)		 2, 5, 10, or 20 mm Flat Cleave Interconnect:
ADAF2
Mating Sleeve:
ADAF1 (Ceramic)
ADAF4-5 (Phosphor Bronze)		 Standard: M126 and M128
Low Autofluorescence: MAF3L1		 OGF
  • Cannulae with 2 mm long fiber are not compatible with our implant guides.
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CFMC54L02 Support Documentation
CFMC54L02Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=2 mm
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CFMC54L05 Support Documentation
CFMC54L05Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=5 mm
$55.51
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CFMC54L10 Support Documentation
CFMC54L10Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=10 mm
$58.29
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CFMC54L20 Support Documentation
CFMC54L20Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm Ceramic Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=20 mm
$62.02
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Ø2.5 mm (FC), Stainless Steel Cannulae

Item #
Prefix		 Image Ferrule Size Ferrule
Length		 Ferrule
Material		 Fiber Length Fiber Finish Compatible
Interconnect / Sleeves		 Compatible
Patch Cables		 Compatible
Implant Guidea
CFM15L Cannulae with Ø1.25 mm Ferrule and Ø200 µm Fiber Ø2.5 mm (FC) 12.7 mm Stainless
Steel		 2, 5, 10, or 20 mm Flat Cleave Interconnect:
ADAF2
Mating Sleeve:
ADAF1 (Ceramic)
ADAF4-5 (Phosphor Bronze)		 Standard: M126 and M128
Low Autofluorescence: MAF3L1		 OGF
  • Cannulae with 2 mm long fiber are not compatible with our implant guides.
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CFM15L02 Support Documentation
CFM15L02Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=2 mm
$53.03
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CFM15L05 Support Documentation
CFM15L05Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=5 mm
$55.51
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CFM15L10 Support Documentation
CFM15L10Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=10 mm
$58.29
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CFM15L20 Support Documentation
CFM15L20Customer Inspired! Fiber Optic Cannula, Ø2.5 mm SS Ferrule, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA, L=20 mm
$62.35
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Cannula Implant Guides


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Cross Section Drawing of OGL with CFML22L05 Cannula (Not Included)

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Implant Guide Assembly

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Mounting Surface of OGF Cannula Impant Guide
  • Improves Adhesion and Stability During Implantation
  • Compatible with Ø1.25 mm and Ø2.5 mm Fiber Optic Cannulae with ≥5 mm Length
  • Ø3.8 mm (OGL) or Ø5.1 mm (OGF) Mounting Surface with Grooved Ring for Dental Cement
  • Lightweight Surgical Titanium Construction (≤0.11 g)
  • Weep Holes for Glue and Epoxy to Secure a Cannula
  • Compatible with Stereotaxic Cannula Holders

These Cannula Implant Guides are designed to provide guidance and stability for a fiber optic cannula during an implantation procedure. The bottom surface of each implant guide features a roughened surface and circular groove (see image to the right) that increases the surface area available to dental cement and improves adhesion to the specimen. A 1.6 mm long protrusion on the implant guide helps stabilize the guide when implanted. Each implant is constructed using lightweight surgical titanium (≤0.11 g) which can be sterilized prior to use. For convenience, the cannula guides are offered below in packs of one or five.

For best results when implanting a cannula, the OGL and OGF should be used with a cannula holder and stereotaxic guidance equipment. To affix the cannula within the implant guide, first insert the cannula into the receptacle of the implant guide (see drawing to the right). Then, add a small amount of cement or epoxy to the cannula via the two Ø0.8 mm weep holes. Finally, attach the cannula ferrule to an XCL (Ø1.25 mm ferrule) or XCF (Ø2.5 mm ferrule) cannula holder.

The OGL implant guide is compatible with our standard Ø1.25 mm cannulae (ceramic and stainless steel) and the OGF implant guide is compatible with our standard Ø2.5 mm cannulae (ceramic and stainless steel). When assembled, the length of the protruding fiber is reduced by 2 mm; therefore, these implant guides cannot be used with our 2 mm long cannulae. Additionally, due to the fiber separation distance, the implant guides cannot be used with our dual-core cannulae.

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OGFImplant Guide for Ø2.5 mm Cannula
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OGF-5Implant Guide for Ø2.5 mm Cannula, Pack of 5
$85.10
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OGL Support Documentation
OGLImplant Guide for Ø1.25 mm Cannula
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OGL-5Implant Guide for Ø1.25 mm Cannula, Pack of 5
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Additional Implantable Fiber Optic Cannulae
  • Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø105 µm Core, 0.22 NA

  • Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø200 µm Core, 0.22 NA

  • Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø200 µm Core, 0.39 NA

  • Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø200 µm Core, 0.50 NA

  • Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø300 µm Core, 0.39 NA

  • Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø400 µm Core, 0.39 NA

  • Fiber Optic Cannulae, Ø400 µm Core, 0.50 NA

  • Dual-Core Fiber Optic Cannula

  • Fiber Optic Cannulae with Diffuser Tip

  • Stainless Steel and Ceramic Ferrules