POF CABLE

SK20 Mitsubishi ESKA 0.5 mm PMMA End-Glow Fiber Optic Cable for Decorative Lighting

SK20 0.5 mm end-glow PMMA plastic optical fiber for star ceilings, luminous furniture and decorative lighting. Flexible, waterproof, cool-running POF supplied in continuous spool lengths.

Specifications

Working Temperature(°C): -50°C to +70°C
IP Rating: IP68
Fiber diameter: 0.25mm , 0.3mm , 0.75mm , 1.0mm , 1.5mm ~3.0mm
Length/Weight (OD:0.5mm): 6000/2.10kg
Application: Lighting Decoration
Attenuation (dB/km): ≤350(650nm)
Numerical Aperture: 0.5
Clad Material: Fluorine Polymer
Max Receive Angle: 60
Core Material Refractive Index: 1.49
Bend Radius (mm): ≥10*Fiber Diameter
Fiber Type: PMMA end glow fiber optic cable
Certification: EMC, Reach, FCC

SK20 Mitsubishi ESKA 0.5 mm PMMA End-Glow Fiber Optic Cable for Decorative Lighting

The SK20 is a Mitsubishi 0.5 mm PMMA end-glow plastic optical fiber (POF) that carries light along a transparent polymer core, used as the light-distribution strand in decorative lighting.

Because the optical path is non-conductive, the SK20 provides electrical isolation between connected equipment and can be routed past motors, drives and power wiring without picking up noise.

Key Characteristics

Standard length: 6000/2.10kg

Certified to EMC, Reach, FCC

Core/fiber material: 1.49

Fluorinated-polymer cladding (specified as Fluorine Polymer) for efficient total internal reflection

Fiber diameter: 0.25mm , 0.3mm , 0.75mm , 1.0mm , 1.5mm ~3.0mm

Numerical aperture of 0.5 for high coupling efficiency and relaxed alignment tolerance

Available in continuous spool lengths for large ceilings, curtains and textiles

Safe around water and in public spaces — no electrical current at the light-emitting point

Typical Applications

The SK20 is commonly used for luminous furniture, home textiles and wearable or fabric-embedded lighting. The result is a reliable, repeatable build that tolerates the routing, vibration and repeated handling typical of production installations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is it cut and installed? A: The POF is cut with a sharp fiber cutter and bundled into the illuminator chuck; no fusion splicing or electrical work is needed at the lit end.

Q: What is end-glow PMMA fiber used for? A: End-glow PMMA fiber transmits light from a remote illuminator to the end of each strand, producing pin-points of light used for star ceilings, curtains, furniture and architectural decoration.

Q: Is the fiber safe near water or in a ceiling? A: Yes. The fiber itself carries no electricity and stays cool at the emitting end, so it is suitable for wet areas and occupied spaces when paired with a remotely located light source.

Q: Does it emit UV or heat? A: Virtually no UV or IR reaches the end points, which helps protect sensitive fabrics and artwork and makes the fiber comfortable to touch.