| Classes | Fiber Type | Characteristics | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Nonlinearity | PC HNL | 700–900 nm ZDW |
|
| Multi-Core |
PC DC
PC 7C
|
Dual-core
Seven-core
|
|
| Polarization Maintaining | PC PM |
|
|
| Passive Double Cladding | PC PDC |
|
|
| Endlessly Single-Mode | PC SM | Pure silica core with attenuation as low as 1 dB/km | Wide single-mode transmission and energy delivery |
