FPC Webinar - PIC & Waveguide Facet Preparation for Packaging and Optical Coupling

PIC & Waveguide Facet Preparation for Packaging & Optical Coupling

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00

Proper facet preparation can have a significant impact on insertion loss, reflection, coupling efficiency, and overall nd other photonic components for packaging and optical coupling.

As photonic technologies continue to advance, achieving repeatable and scalable facet preparation processes is essential for successful device packaging and optical integration. This webinar will discuss practical considerations and best practices for developing reliable processes that support both research and production environments.

What You'll Learn

• The impact of facet quality on insertion loss, reflection, and coupling efficiency
• Polishing and shaping techniques for PICs and waveguides
• Inspection methods for evaluating facet quality
• Preparing fiber arrays and photonic components for packaging
• Strategies for creating repeatable processes from R&D through production

Featured Speaker

Justin Frick
Director of Product Development
KrellTech

Justin Frick leads product development efforts at KrellTech, a company specializing in polishing, inspection, and preparation solutions for photonics and fiber optic applications. During this session, Justin will share industry perspectives and practical approaches to optimizing facet preparation for improved optical coupling and device performance.

Who Should Attend?

• Photonics engineers
• Optical packaging professionals
• Manufacturing engineers
• R&D teams
• Researchers and students
• Anyone involved in photonic device development, packaging, and production