Abstract
We demonstrate higher-order-mode (Aeff~1800µm2) propagation in a 100-μm-OD pure-silica fiber with a low-index polymer jacket commonly used for fiber-laser pump-guidance. This simple structure obviates the need for complex designs deemed necessary for realizing large-mode-area fibers.
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