Overview
The SCHOTT Fostec A08903 fiber optic light guide delivers precision linear illumination for line scan imaging applications. This fiber optic light guide features spatially randomized glass fiber construction, enabling uniform light distribution across a 3-inch emission line. The 30-inch cable length provides flexible integration into optical inspection and microscopy systems.
Key Features
- 3-inch (76 mm) emission line with 0.040-inch (1.0 mm) slit width for sharp line imaging
- Spatially randomized glass fiber construction for uniform light distribution
- 30-inch (762 mm) flexible cable with robust metal ferrule coupling
- 0.75-inch (19 mm) input ferrule diameter for standard light source integration
- Manufactured using patented spatial randomization process
- Compatible with halogen light sources and fiber optic illumination systems
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: A08903
- Manufacturer: SCHOTT Fostec
- Emission Line Length: 3 inches (76 mm)
- Slit Width: 0.040 inches (1.0 mm)
- Cable Length: 30 inches (762 mm)
- Input Ferrule Diameter: 0.75 inches (19 mm)
- Fiber Material: Glass bundle
- Housing: Black anodized aluminum with PVC-covered metal tubing
- Wavelength: White light (visible spectrum)
- Construction Method: Spatially randomized glass fiber
Typical Applications
The A08903 lightline is ideal for:
- Line scan imaging: Machine vision inspection systems, web scanning, and conveyor monitoring
- Microscopy: Stereo microscopy, laboratory inspection, and material analysis
- Medical/Laboratory: Surgical microscopy, diagnostic imaging, and clinical inspection equipment
- Industrial inspection: Surface defect detection, weld bead inspection, and quality control systems
- Dental applications: Intraoral imaging and surgical visualization
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- SCHOTT KL series fiber optic light sources (halogen illumination units)
- Standard 0.75-inch (19 mm) input ferrule coupling systems
- Line scan cameras and linear CCD/CMOS imaging sensors
- Microscopy systems with fiber optic coupling ports
- Machine vision platforms supporting external illumination modules
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator or SCHOTT Fostec directly before ordering. The A08903 is part of the SCHOTT Fostec lightline series (A08903–A08916), which includes models with different emission line widths and slit dimensions for various scanning requirements.
Works With
- SCHOTT halogen light sources (KL series: KL 1500 LCD, KL 750, and equivalent)
- White light illumination systems
- Fiber optic coupling optics with matching ferrule diameters
- High-speed line scan imaging software and frame grabbers
- Industrial machine vision and inspection platforms
