Interconnects and Mating Sleeves for Fiber Optic Cannulae

BFY32FL1

Dual Core Patch Cable with FC/PC
Connectors on Split Ends and Ø2.5 mm
Stainless Steel Ferrule on Common End

ADAF1

Ceramic Split Mating Sleeve

Ø2.5 mm Dual-Core Stainless Steel Ferrule with Guide Pin

Connect Optogenetics Patch Cables and Cannulae
Quick-Release Interconnects Allow Simple,
Low-Force Connections
Lightweight Split Mating Sleeves

ADAF2

Interconnect for
Ø2.5 mm Ferrules

ADAF4-5

Ø2.5 mm Phosphor Bronze
Mating Sleeve (Pack of 5)

ADAL1

Ø1.25 mm Ceramic
Mating Sleeve

ADAL3 Quick-Release Interconnect Mating a Multimode Patch Cable and a Ø1.25 mm Cannula

ADAL3

Interconnect for
Ø1.25 mm Ferrules

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Overview
Interconnect Usage
Feedback
OG Selection Guide

Thorlabs offers interconnects and mating sleeves for making connections between our line of optogenetics patch cables and fiber optic cannulae, for applications such as fiber photometry. These ferrule-mating components provide low-loss coupling and are compatible with both stainless steel and ceramic (zirconia) ferrules. The interconnect is designed to facilitate easy connections and disconnections from an implanted cannula, requiring <20% of the force needed to disconnect from mating sleeves. On the other hand, mating sleeves are preferred for very lightweight, low-profile connections between a patch cable and cannula.

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 to see a full listing of available products for different applications.

Optogenetics System Schematic

This tab contains instructions for using an interconnect to mate an optogenetics patch cable with a Ø1.25 mm or Ø2.5 mm ferrule to a cannula of the same diameter. Please see Video G1.1 for an illustration of the installation process detailed here.

Connecting the Patch Cable
Insert the patch cable ferrule into the interconnect on the side with the stainless steel setscrew. To secure the patch cable, use the included hex key [0.028" for the ADAL3 and 0.05" (1.3 mm) for the ADAF2] to tighten the setscrew onto the inserted ferrule.

Ensure that the patch cable ferrule tip is clean and free of dust; we recommend our canned compressed air.
For best results, the patch cable should be inserted past the setscrew and about halfway into the ceramic mating component within the interconnect.

Connecting the Cannula
To connect to a cannula, gently squeeze the interconnect from both sides where indicated by the engraving, then insert the cannula ferrule into the open end until physical contact with the patch cable ferrule is achieved. To lock the cannula in place, simply let go of the interconnect.

Check that the ferrule tip of the cannula is clean and free of dust.
If the cannula is already implanted or glued into position, adjust the cable-side ferrule, if necessary, to ensure physical contact between the ferrules.
When using the dual core cannula and patch cable, please note the orientation of the patch cable for alignment purposes.

Disconnecting the Cannula and Patch Cable
To disconnect the interconnect from a cannula, squeeze the interconnect and gently pull the interconnect until disconnected from the cannula. The patch cable can be released by loosening the setscrew with the included hex key.

Posted Comments:

user (posted 2023-10-17 15:04:03.777)

Why would a customer choose a phosphor bronze mating sleeve over a zirconia mating sleeve?

ksosnowski (posted 2023-10-18 04:39:46.0)

Thanks for reaching out to Thorlabs. Radial forces on the ceramic sleeve may result in a crack, while with phosphor bronze the material is more ductile so would begin to bend instead. The friction inside the bronze sleeve is lower which results in a lower disconnect force as seen in the performance plots on this webpage. I have reached out directly to discuss your application further.

Manuel Esguerra (posted 2022-11-03 14:23:42.113)

Does the second hole (not setscrew) on the side of the ADAL3 interconnect serve a purpose? We are seeing light through this hole with some fiber/cannula pairs.

jgreschler (posted 2022-11-16 11:38:22.0)

Thank you for reaching out to Thorlabs. Having light leaking out of the side of the interconnect is a sign that the fiber-to-fiber connection is not good, I have reached out to you directly to discuss methods to improve that connection.

Nate Miska (posted 2021-10-15 08:50:47.853)

Interconnect device is frequently difficult to insert ferrules. Internal mechanism has already broken for one of the ADAL3 that was purchased only a couple months ago. Not a particularly effective or user-friendly design, IMO.

cdolbashian (posted 2021-10-28 04:10:38.0)

Thank you for contacting us at thorlabs with this feedback! I am sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with the performance of this device. I have reached out to you directly to discuss your application and usage specifications. We take this feedback seriously, and I will pass it along internally, as we are always "hungry for your thoughts".

Quick Links
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
Illumination
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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Component Selection Table (Click Links for Item Description Popup)
Fiber Type		FG105LCA	FG200UCC	FT200EMT	FP200URT	FT400EMT	FP400URT
Fiber Type Specs	Core Diameter	105 µm	200 µm			400 µm
	Wavelength Range	400 - 2400 nm	250 - 1200 nm	400 - 2200 nm	300 - 1200 nm	400 - 2200 nm	300 - 1200 nm
	NA	0.22	0.22	0.39	0.50	0.39	0.50
Patch Cables^b	Standard FC/PC Input	M61L01	M86L005 M86L01	M83L01 MR83L01	M73L01	M99L01	M127L01
	Standard SMA905 Input	M63L01	M87L005 M87L01	M89L01 MR89L01	M95L01	M98L01	M125L01
	Rotary Joint FC/PC Input	-	-	RJPFL2	-	RJPFL4	-
	Rotary Joint SMA905 Input	-	-	RJPSL2	-	RJPSL4	-
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect		ADAL1, ADAL3, or ADAL4-5
Fiber Optic Cannulae^c	Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule	CFMLC21L02 CFMLC21L05 CFMLC21L10 CFMLC21L20 CFMLC21U-20	CFMLC22L02 CFMLC22L05 CFMLC22L10 CFMLC22L20 CFMLC22U-20	CFMLC12L02 CFMLC12L05 CFMLC12L10 CFMLC12L20 CFMLC12U-20	CFMLC52L02 CFMLC52L05 CFMLC52L10 CFMLC52L20 CFMLC52U-20	CFMLC14L02 CFMLC14L05 CFMLC14L10 CFMLC14L20 CFMLC14U-20	CFMLC15L02 CFMLC15L05 CFMLC15L10 CFMLC15L20
	Diffuser Tip (Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule)	-	-	CFDSB02 CFDSB05 CFDSB10 CFDSB20	-	-	-
	Ceramic 10.5 mm Long Ferrule	-	CFMXA02 CFMXA05 CFMXA10 CFMXA20	CFMXB02 CFMXB05 CFMXB10 CFMXB20	CFMXC02 CFMXC05 CFMXC10 CFMXC20	-	CFMXD02 CFMXD05 CFMXD10 CFMXD20
	Stainless Steel 6.4 mm Long Ferrule	CFML21L02 CFML21L05 CFML21L10 CFML21L20 CFML21U-20	CFML22L02 CFML22L05 CFML22L10 CFML22L20 CFML22U-20	CFML12L02 CFML12L05 CFML12L10 CFML12L20 CFML12U-20	CFML52L02 CFML52L05 CFML52L10 CFML52L20 CFML52U-20	CFML14L02 CFML14L05 CFML14L10 CFML14L20 CFML14U-20	CFML15L02 CFML15L05 CFML15L10 CFML15L20
Items are compatible with each other when they are comprised of the same fiber type and listed in the same column. Patch cables for single 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. Cannulae within the same column are interchangeable.

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Component Selection Table (Click Links for Item Description Popup)
Fiber Type		FG200UCC	FT200EMT	FP200URT	FT300EMT	FT400EMT	FP400URT
Fiber Type Specs	Core Diameter	200 µm			300 µm	400 µm
	Wavelength Range	250 - 1200 nm	400 - 2200 nm	300 - 1200 nm	400 - 2200 nm	400 - 2200 nm	300 - 1200 nm
	NA	0.22	0.39	0.50	0.39	0.39	0.50
Patch Cables^b	Standard FC/PC Input	M80L005 M80L01	M81L005 M81L01 MR81L01	M104L01	M56L005 M56L01	M82L005 M82L01	M128L01
	Standard SMA905 Input	M84L005 M84L01	M77L005 M77L01 MR77L01	M106L01	M58L005 M58L01	M79L005 M79L01	M126L01
	Rotary Joint FC/PC Input	-	RJAFF2 RJPFF2	-	-	RJPFF4	-
	Rotary Joint SMA905 Input	-	RJASF2 RJPSF2	-	-	RJPSF4	-
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect		ADAF1, ADAF2, or ADAF4-5
Fiber Optic Cannulae^c	Ceramic 10.5 mm Long Ferrule	CFMC22L02 CFMC22L05 CFMC22L10 CFMC22L20 CFMC22U-20	CFMC12L02 CFMC12L05 CFMC12L10 CFMC12L20 CFMC12U-20	CFMC52L02 CFMC52L05 CFMC52L10 CFMC52L20 CFMC52U-20	CFMC13L02 CFMC13L05 CFMC13L10 CFMC13L20	CFMC14L02 CFMC14L05 CFMC14L10 CFMC14L20 CFMC14U-20	CFMC54L02 CFMC54L05 CFMC54L10 CFMC54L20
Fiber Optic Cannulae^c	Stainless Steel 12.7 mm Long Ferrule	CFM22L02 CFM22L05 CFM22L10 CFM22L20 CFM22U-20	CFM12L02 CFM12L05 CFM12L10 CFM12L20 CFM12U-20	CFM52L02 CFM52L05 CFM52L10 CFM52L20 CFM52U-20	CFM13L02 CFM13L05 CFM13L10 CFM13L20	CFM14L02 CFM14L05 CFM14L10 CFM14L20 CFM14U-20	CFM15L02 CFM15L05 CFM15L10 CFM15L20
Items are compatible with each other when they are comprised of the same fiber type and listed in the same column. Patch cables for single 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. Cannulae within the same column are interchangeable.

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.

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Component Selection Table (Click Links for Item Description Popup)
Common Fiber Properties
Fiber Properties	Core Diameter	200 µm			400 µm
	Wavelength Range^a	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm
	NA	0.22	0.39	0.50	0.39	0.50
Input Patch Cables^b	Standard FC/PC Connectors	M122L01 M122L02 M122L05	M72L01 M72L02 M72L05	M123L01 M123L02	M74L01 M74L02 M74L05	M124L01 M124L02
Input Patch Cables^b	Hybrid SMA905 to FC/PC	M36L01	M75L01 M75L02	M129L01 M129L02	M76L01 M76L02	M131L01 M131L02
Rotary Joint		RJ2
Output Patch Cables	FC/PC to Ø1.25 mm (LC) Ferrule	M86L005 M86L01	M83L01 MR83L01	M73L01	M99L01	M127L01
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect		ADAL1, ADAL3, or ADAL4-5
Fiber Optic Cannulae^c	Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule	CFMLC22L02 CFMLC22L05 CFMLC22L10 CFMLC22L20 CFMLC22U-20	CFMLC12L02 CFMLC12L05 CFMLC12L10 CFMLC12L20 CFMLC12U-20	CFMLC52L02 CFMLC52L05 CFMLC52L10 CFMLC52L20 CFMLC52U-20	CFMLC14L02 CFMLC14L05 CFMLC14L10 CFMLC14L20 CFMLC14U-20	CFMLC15L02 CFMLC15L05 CFMLC15L10 CFMLC15L20
	Diffuser Tip (Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule)	-	CFDSB02 CFDSB05 CFDSB10 CFDSB20	-	-	-
	Ceramic 10.5 mm Long Ferrule	CFMXA02 CFMXA05 CFMXA10 CFMXA20	CFMXB02 CFMXB05 CFMXB10 CFMXB20	CFMXC02 CFMXC05 CFMXC10 CFMXC20	-	CFMXD02 CFMXD05 CFMXD10 CFMXD20
	Stainless Steel 6.4 mm Long Ferrule	CFML22L02 CFML22L05 CFML22L10 CFML22L20 CFML22U-20	CFML12L02 CFML12L05 CFML12L10 CFML12L20 CFML12U-20	CFML52L02 CFML52L05 CFML52L10 CFML52L20 CFML52U-20	CFML14L02 CFML14L05 CFML14L10 CFML14L20 CFML14U-20	CFML15L02 CFML15L05 CFML15L10 CFML15L20
Products in each column can be used with each other over the indicated wavelength range and is limited by the operating range of the RJ2 Rotary Joint Splitter. Individual products may be used outside this range; see product information for detailed specifications. Use a standard FC/PC patch cable to connect to an FC/PC-terminated light source. SMA905 to FC/PC hybrid patch cables should be used to connect to an SMA905-terminated light source. Available cannulae are highlighted in orange of the table above. Cannulae within the same column are interchangeable.

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Component Selection Table (Click Links for Item Description Popup)
Common Fiber Properties
Fiber Properties	Core Diameter	200 µm			300 µm	400 µm
	Wavelength Range^a	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm	400 - 700 nm
	NA	0.22	0.39	0.50	0.39	0.39	0.50
Input Patch Cables	Standard FC/PC Connectors	M122L01 M122L02 M122L05	M72L01 M72L02 M72L05	M123L01 M123L02	M56L005 M56L01	M74L01 M74L02 M74L05	M124L01 M124L02
Input Patch Cables	Hybrid SMA905 to FC/PC	M36L01	M75L01 M75L02	M129L01 M129L02	M58L005 M58L01	M76L01 M76L02	M131L01 M131L02
Rotary Joint		RJ2
Output Patch Cables	FC/PC to Ø2.5 mm (FC) Ferrule	M80L005 M80L01	M81L005 M81L01 MR81L01	M104L01	M56L005 M56L01	M82L005 M82L01	M128L01
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect		ADAF1, ADAF2, or ADAF4-5
Fiber Optic Cannulae^c	Ceramic 10.5 mm Long Ferrule	CFMC22L02 CFMC22L05 CFMC22L10 CFMC22L20 CFMC22U-20	CFMC12L02 CFMC12L05 CFMC12L10 CFMC12L20 CFMC12U-20	CFMC52L02 CFMC52L05 CFMC52L10 CFMC52L20 CFMC52U-20	CFMC13L02 CFMC13L05 CFMC13L10 CFMC13L20	CFMC14L02 CFMC14L05 CFMC14L10 CFMC14L20 CFMC14U-20	CFMC54L02 CFMC54L05 CFMC54L10 CFMC54L20
Fiber Optic Cannulae^c	Stainless Steel 12.7 mm Long Ferrule	CFM22L02 CFM22L05 CFM22L10 CFM22L20 CFM22U-20	CFM12L02 CFM12L05 CFM12L10 CFM12L20 CFM12U-20	CFM52L02 CFM52L05 CFM52L10 CFM52L20 CFM52U-20	CFM13L02 CFM13L05 CFM13L10 CFM13L20	CFM14L02 CFM14L05 CFM14L10 CFM14L20 CFM14U-20	CFM15L02 CFM15L05 CFM15L10 CFM15L20
Products in each column can be used with each other over the indicated wavelength range and is limited by the operating range of the RJ2 Rotary Joint Splitter. Individual products may be used outside this range; see product information for detailed specifications. Use a standard FC/PC patch cable to connect to an FC/PC-terminated light source. SMA905 to FC/PC hybrid patch cables should be used to connect to an SMA905-terminated light source. Available cannulae are highlighted in orange of the table above. Cannulae within the same column are interchangeable.

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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Part Selection Table (Click Links for Item Description Popup)
Common Fiber Properties
Core Diameter		105 µm	200 µm						400 µm
Wavelength Range		400 - 2200 nm^a	400 - 1200 nm^a		400 - 900 nm^a				400 - 2200 nm
NA		0.22	0.22		0.39		0.50		0.39
Ferrule Style^b		LC (Ø1.25 mm)	LC (Ø1.25 mm)	FC (Ø2.5 mm)	LC (Ø1.25 mm)	FC (Ø2.5 mm)	LC (Ø1.25 mm)	FC (Ø2.5 mm)	LC (Ø1.25 mm)	FC (Ø2.5 mm)
Bifurcated Y-Cable^c	FC/PC Input	-	BFYL1LF01	BFYF1LF01	BFYL2LF01	BFYF2LF01	-	-	BFYL4LF01	BFYF4LF01
Bifurcated Y-Cable^c	SMA905 Input	-	BFYL1LS01	BFYF1LS01	BFYL2LS01	BFYF2LS01	-	-	BFYL4LS01	BFYF4LS01
1x2 Multimode Coupler^c	FC/PC Input	TM105FL1B	TM200FL1B	TM200FS1B	TT200FL1A	TT200FS1A	TH200FL1A	TH200FS1A	-	-
1x2 Multimode Coupler^c	SMA905 Input	TM105SL1B	TM200SL1B	TM200SS1B	TT200SL1A	TT200SS1A	TH200SL1A	TH200SS1A	-	-
2x2 Multimode Coupler^c	FC/PC Input	-	-	-	TT200FL2A	TT200FS2A	-	-	-	-
2x2 Multimode Coupler^c	SMA905 Input	-	-	-	TT200SL2A	TT200SS2A	-	-	-	-
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect		ADAL1 ADAL3 ADAL34-5	ADAL1 ADAL3 ADAL4-5	ADAF1 ADAF2 ADAF4-5	ADAL1 ADAL3 ADAL4-5	ADAF1 ADAF2 ADAF4-5	ADAL1 ADAL3 ADAL4-5	ADAF1 ADAF2 ADAF4-5	ADAL1 ADAL3 ADAL4-5	ADAF1 ADAF2 ADAF4-5
Fiber Optic Cannulae^d	Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule	CFMLC21L02 CFMLC21L05 CFMLC21L10 CFMLC21L20 CFMLC21U-20	CFMLC22L02 CFMLC22L05 CFMLC22L10 CFMLC22L20 CFMLC22U-20	-	CFMLC12L02 CFMLC12L05 CFMLC12L10 CFMLC12L20 CFMLC12U-20	-	CFMLC52L02 CFMLC52L05 CFMLC52L10 CFMLC52L20 CFMLC52U-20	-	CFMLC14L02 CFMLC14L05 CFMLC14L10 CFMLC14L20 CFMLC14U-20	-
	Diffuser Tip (Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule)	-	-	-	CFDSB02 CFDSB05 CFDSB10 CFDSB20	-	-	-	-	-
	Ceramic 10.5 mm Long Ferrule	-	CFMXA02 CFMXA05 CFMXA10 CFMXA20	CFMC22L02 CFMC22L05 CFMC22L10 CFMC22L20 CFMC22U-20	CFMXB02 CFMXB05 CFMXB10 CFMXB20	CFMC12L02 CFMC12L05 CFMC12L10 CFMC12L20 CFMC12U-20	CFMXC02 CFMXC05 CFMXC10 CFMXC20	CFMC52L02 CFMC52L05 CFMC52L10 CFMC52L20 CFMC52U-20	-	CFMC14L02 CFMC14L05 CFMC14L10 CFMC14L20 CFMC14U-20
	Stainless Steel	CFML21L02 CFML21L05 CFML21L10 CFML21L20 CFML21U-20	CFML22L02 CFML22L05 CFML22L10 CFML22L20 CFML22U-20	CFM22L02 CFM22L05 CFM22L10 CFM22L20 CFM22U-20	CFML12L02 CFML12L05 CFML12L10 CFML12L20 CFML12U-20	CFM12L02 CFM12L05 CFM12L10 CFM12L20 CFM12U-20	CFML52L02 CFML52L05 CFML52L10 CFML52L20 CFML52U-20	CFM52L02 CFM52L05 CFM52L10 CFM52L20 CFM52U-20	CFML14L02 CFML14L05 CFML14L10 CFML14L20 CFML14U-20	CFM14L02 CFM14L05 CFM14L10 CFM14L20 CFM14U-20

Products in this column can be used with each other over the indicated wavelength range. Individual products may be used outside this range; see product information for detailed specifications.
LC components have a Ø1.25 mm ferrule end while FC components have a Ø2.5 mm ferrule end. Items listed in the same "Ferrule Style" column are compatible with each other.
Optogenetics products for one or two light sources to two cannula implant applications are highlighted in green above. Choose a component 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.

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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Part Selection Table (Click Links for Item Description Popup)
Common Fiber Properties
Core Diameter		200 µm
Wavelength Range		250 - 1200 nm^a		400 - 2200 nm^a
NA		0.22 ± 0.02		0.39
Ferrule Style^b		LC (Ø1.25 mm)	FC (Ø2.5 mm)	LC (Ø1.25 mm)	FC (Ø2.5 mm)
1-to-7 Bundle^c	SMA905 Input	BF7L1LS1	BF7F1LS1	BF7L2LS1	BF7F2LS1
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect		ADAL1 ADAL3 ADAL4-5	ADAF1 ADAF2 ADAF4-5	ADAL1 ADAL3 ADAL4-5	ADAF1 ADAF2 ADAF4-5
Fiber Optic Cannulae^d	Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule	CFMLC22L02 CFMLC22L05 CFMLC22L10 CFMLC22L20 CFMLC22U-20	-	CFMLC12L02 CFMLC12L05 CFMLC12L10 CFMLC12L20 CFMLC12U-20	-
	Diffuser Tip (Ceramic 6.4 mm Long Ferrule)	-	-	CFDSB02 CFDSB05 CFDSB10 CFDSB20	-
	Ceramic 10.5 mm Long Ferrule	CFMXA02 CFMXA05 CFMXA10 CFMXA20	CFMC22L02 CFMC22L05 CFMC22L10 CFMC22L20 CFMC22U-20	CFMXB02 CFMXB05 CFMXB10 CFMXB20	CFMC12L02 CFMC12L05 CFMC12L10 CFMC12L20 CFMC12U-20
	Stainless Steel	CFML22L02 CFML22L05 CFML22L10 CFML22L20 CFML22U-20	CFM22L02 CFM22L05 CFM22L10 CFM22L20 CFM22U-20	CFML12L02 CFML12L05 CFML12L10 CFML12L20 CFML12U-20	CFM12L02 CFM12L05 CFM12L10 CFM12L20 CFM12U-20

Products in this column can be used with each other over the indicated wavelength range. Individual products may be used outside this range; see product information for detailed specifications.
LC components have a Ø1.25 mm ferrule end while FC components have a Ø2.5 mm ferrule end. Items listed in the same "Ferrule Style" column are compatible with each other.
Optogenetics products for one or two light sources to two cannula implant applications are highlighted in green above. Choose a component 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.

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.

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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 Style^a		FC (Ø2.5 mm)
Dual-Core Patch Cable	FC/PC Input	BFY32FL1
Dual-Core Patch Cable	SMA905 Input	BFY32SL1
Compatible Mating Sleeve/Interconnect		ADAF1 ADAF2 ADAF4-5
Dual-Core Fiber Optic Cannulae^c	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 #	Wavelength^a	Typical Opsin	Output Power^b	Color
M405F3^c	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

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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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Compatible Drivers^a	UPLED^b	LEDD1B^c	DC2200^b	DC4100^b,d,e	DC4104^b,d,e
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Main Driver Features	USB-Controlled	Very Compact Footprint 60 mm x 73 mm x 104 mm (W x H x D)	Touchscreen Interface with Internal and External Options for Pulsed and Modulated LED Operation	4 Channels^d	4 Channels^d
LED Driver Current Output (Max)	1.2 A	1.2 A	LED1 Terminal: 10.0 A LED2 Terminal: 2.0 A^f	1.0 A per Channel	1.0 A per Channel
LED Driver Forward Voltage (Max)	8 V	12 V	50 V	5 V	5 V
Modulation Frequency	-	0 to 5 kHz (External)	20 to 100 kHz (Internal)^h DC to 250 kHz (External)^g,h	0 to 100 kHz (External)^h Simultaneous Across all Channels	0 to 100 kHz (External)^h Independently Controlled Channels
External Control Interface(s)	USB 2.0	Analog (BNC)	USB 2.0 and Analog (BNC)	USB 2.0 and Analog (BNC)	USB 2.0 and Analog (8-Pin)
EEPROM Compatible: Reads Out LED Data for LED Settings		-
LCD Display	-	-

Click on the item number link to view the complete presentation for each controller.
Automatically limits to LED's max current via EEPROM readout.
The preferred power supply (single channel or hub-based) depends on the end user's application and whether you already own compatible power supplies. To that end and in keeping with Thorlabs' green initiative, we do not ship the LEDD1B bundled with a power supply. This avoids the cost and inconvenience of receiving an unwanted single-channel supply if a hub-based system (Item # KCH301 or KCH601) would be more appropriate.
The DC4100 and DC4104 can power and control up to four LEDs simultaneously when used with the DC4100-HUB. The fiber-coupled LEDs on this page all require the DC4100-HUB when used with the DC4100 or DC4104.
These LED drivers have a maximum forward voltage rating of 5 V and can provide a maximum current of 1000 mA. As a result, they cannot be used to drive LEDs which have forward voltage ratings greater than 5 V. LEDs with maximum current ratings higher than 1.0 A can be driven using this driver, but will not reach full power.
The fiber-coupled LEDs sold above are compatible with the LED2 Terminal.
Small Signal Bandwidth: Modulation not exceeding 20% of full scale current. The driver accepts other waveforms, but the maximum frequency will be reduced.
The M565F3 and M595F2 LEDs produce light by stimulating emission from phosphor, which limits their modulation frequency range. These LEDs may not turn off completely when modulated above 10 kHz at duty cycles below 50%.

Quick-Release Interconnects

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Video G1.1 Quick-Release Interconnect Usage

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Figure G1.2 Cannulae can be inserted or removed with a single hand.

Quick-Release Interconnects for Mating Ø1.25 mm or Ø2.5 mm Ferrules
Easily Secure and Disconnect Ferrule with One-Handed Squeeze Operation
Low-Force Disconnections Minimize Stress on Specimen
Constructed from Virtually Non-Magnetic Materials
Minimal Light Leakage
Lightweight (≤1 g)

Thorlabs' Quick-Release Interconnects are easy-to-use and reliable solutions for mating optogenetics patch cables and cannulae. These interconnects offer <1.0 dB (<21%) insertion loss and minimal light leakage at the interconnect interface, preventing stray light from distracting a specimen. The quick-release mechanism requires <35% of the force to connect or disconnect compared to mating sleeves, significantly reducing stress on a specimen when mating to a patch cable. As shown in Figure G1.2, the interconnects can be operated using a single hand which ensures hassle-free mating to an implanted cannula.

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Figure G1.3 Each interconnect features a locking setscrew to secure the inserted ferrule.

As seen in Video G1.1, an interconnect holds a patch cable ferrule on one end using a cup-point setscrew that does not damage the ferrule surface, and holds a cannula on the other end using a quick-release squeeze mechanism. First, insert a patch cable ferrule into the interconnect and secure by tightening the setscrew using the included hex key. Then, squeeze the quick-release lever and insert the cannula until it makes physical contact with the ferrule. Finally, release the lever to lock the cannula into place. The interconnect is engraved to indicate where squeeze pressure should be applied. To release the cannula (or disconnect from an implanted cannula), squeeze the quick-release lever and pull the interconnect away from the cannula; only light force is needed to disconnect the interconnect. Please see the Interconnect Usage tab for additional guidelines.

These interconnects are designed to be used with our optogenetics patch cables and cannulae and are not intended for use with patch cables terminated with standard connectors.

Item #	Compatible Ferrule Size	Insertion Loss	Length	Weight	Disconnect Force^a
ADAL3	1.25 mm Outer Diameter	<1.0 dB Typical Loss (Multimode)^b	9.4 mm	0.4 g	<0.89 N (<0.2 lbf) Typical^c
ADAF2	2.5 mm Outer Diameter	<1.0 dB Typical Loss (Multimode)^d	13.6 mm	1 g	<4.4 N (<1.0 lbf) Typical^e

Force needed to disconnect a ferrule when squeeze force is applied to quick-release.
Tested using Ø200 µm core, 0.22 NA multimode fiber and an LED source at 532 nm.
Tested using a LC ferrule.
Tested using Ø400 µm core, 0.39 NA multimode fiber and an LED source at 532 nm.
Tested using a FC ferrule.

Ceramic and Bronze Mating Sleeves

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Figure G2.1 In this photo, the ADAF1 is used to connect a cannula with a 2.5 mm ferrule to the ferrule end of a M81L01 patch cable.

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Figure G2.2 ADAF1 Mating Sleeve with Optogenetics Patch Cable and Cannula

Split Mating Sleeves for Ø1.25 mm and Ø2.5 mm Ferrules
Ceramic (Zirconia) or Phosphor Bronze
Connect Optogenetics Patch Cables and Cannulae
Split Sleeves are Very Lightweight (≤0.26 g)
Sold Individually or in Packs of 5

Our mating sleeves are low-profile options for connecting our optogenetics patch cables with ferrule connectors to our implantable fiber optic cannulae (see Figure G2.1). Additionally, they are capable of connecting any terminated fiber with a Ø1.25 mm or Ø2.5 mm ferrule, such as LC/PC, FC/PC, ST^®*/PC, SC/PC, and MU/PC connectors.

These mating sleeves are compatible with both stainless steel and ceramic patch cables and cannulae. Cannulae and patch cables with different ferrule materials can be mixed and matched without significant additional signal losses.

Ceramic mating sleeves are durable and can be easily cleaned in an autoclave. Phosphor bronze mating sleeves are opaque and slightly malleable, offering less visible light leakage and a lower disconnection force compared to ceramic sleeves. Phosphor bronze sleeves may also be crimped for a more secure connection. Ceramic sleeves are available individually or in packs of five, while phosphor bronze sleeves come in packs of five.

*ST^® is a registered trademark of Lucent Technologies, Inc.

Item # Prefix	Compatible Ferrule Size	Insertion Loss	Length	Weight	Disconnect Force	Comparison Graphs	Material
ADAL1	1.25 mm Outer Diameter	<0.5 dB Typical (SM)^a <1.0 dB Typical (MM)^b	6.8 mm	0.05 g	4.23 N (0.95 lbf) Typical^c	Ceramic Ferrule Stainless Steel Ferrule	Ceramic (Zirconia)
ADAL4	1.25 mm Outer Diameter	<0.5 dB Typical (SM)^a <1.0 dB Typical (MM)^b	6.8 mm	0.06 g	3.15 N (0.71 lbf) Typical^c	Ceramic Ferrule Stainless Steel Ferrule	Phosphor Bronze
ADAF1	2.5 mm Outer Diameter	<0.2 dB Typical (SM)^d <1.0 dB Typical (MM)^e	11.4 mm	0.18 g	25.83 N (5.81 lbf) Typical^f	Ceramic Ferrule Stainless Steel Ferrule	Ceramic (Zirconia)
ADAF4	2.5 mm Outer Diameter	<0.2 dB Typical (SM)^d <1.0 dB Typical (MM)^e	11.4 mm	0.26 g	23.53 N (5.29 lbf) Typical^f	Ceramic Ferrule Stainless Steel Ferrule	Phosphor Bronze

Tested using SM600 fiber at 635 nm with LC/PC connectors.
Tested using Ø200 µm core, 0.39 NA multimode fiber with LC/PC connectors and an LED source at 617 nm.
Tested using an LC ferrule.
Tested using SMF28 fiber at 1550 nm with FC/PC connectors.
Tested using Ø200 µm core, 0.39 NA multimode fiber with FC/PC connectors and an LED source at 617 nm.
Tested using an FC ferrule.