Tutorial #111
The use of adhesives in Fiber Optic Components Assembly
Manfred Hubert, EFOS

Introduction
- Why use adhesives-pros/Cons
- Definitions/Terminology/standards/
- Sources of information
- Types of adhesives/photoinitiated adhesives
- Important adhesives properties/testing methodology
- Unique testing
Break
Application of Programmed cure profiles to tailor adhesive properties