Products
Lightwaves2020’s Inline Optical Power Monitor (IOPM) combines compact single-channel
Miniature Tap Optical Power Monitor (MOPM) with state-of-the-art control electronics and
firmware within a small-form factor package to offer real-time monitoring and remote measurement of optical power on light path, and provide collection of optical power variation information and trigger the alarm when the optical power level are less or larger than certain threshold. The real-time monitoring information can be accessed via RS232 interface or directly via analog voltage value. The monitor includes a digital LCD display. Covering the operating wavelength range from 1525 to 1615nm, the IOPM offers excellent optical and electrical performance, including low dark current, low excess insertion loss, low wavelengthand polarization dependence, wide dynamic optical power range and ultra flat power response over a wide wavelength range. IOPM simplifies the demanding applications in optical systems and networks. In addition to be used in telecommunication network monitoring, this intelligent Mini Inline Optical Power Monitor can be used in special
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Lightwaves2020 Inc.’s Compact Inline Optical Wavelength and Power Monitor is a physical layer inline monitoring device which enables real time monitoring and tracking of the optical wavelength and power of an optical
system and/or a network link. Based on our proprietary thin film technologies and vertical integration capabilities, the monitor is designed to have unique remote functions as well. It can be used to monitor, report and managethe optical data and alarms through the 802.3 Ethernet LAN.
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Lightwaves2020’s Optical Channel Monitor (OCM) is an innovative and compact integrated module with multiple functions: optical channel monitor, optical performance monitor, optical wavelength meter, and DWDM spectrum analyzer.
The OCM, with Lightwaves2020’s proprietary optical thin film technology and micro optics along with high speed electronics and advanced algorithm in signal processing, scans the wavelength range of C-, L- or C+L bands sequentially and provides accurate real-time and non-intrusive measurement or monitoring of optical channel power and wavelength with large dynamic range at ITU grids of 100GHz or 50GHz. Lightwaves2020’s OCM, which has passed related Telcordia tests, is highly reliable. Compared with products by other suppliers, the OCM features compact size and low cost, and is capable of measuring/monitoring multiple lines simultaneously. Definitely, Lightwaves2020’s high performance OCM is your best solution in DWDM network monitoring and other applications.
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<h2>Miniature 4-Channel Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexer</h2>
4-channel CWDM product is only 50x31x8.8mm in dimension! Utilizing Ligthwaves2020\\\\’s proprietary free space TFF technology, the product guarantees pass bandwidth of ± 7.5nm over -20 ~ 70°C. The total insertion loss for all 4 CWDM channels is only ~ 0.8dB, giving much more flexibility on loss budgetto the system designer. The product has wide applications in metro core and access networks, enterprise, CATV, 3G wireless telephony, PON and FTTx networks. The wide operating temperature range is particularly suitable for outdoor applications.
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Lightwaves2020 offers a full range of industry leading, low cost Amplified Spontaneous Emission (ASE) light sources. Using proprietary EDFA technology, Lightwaves2020\’s compact ASE sources provide up to 10 dBm output power across the C-band. And the devices are extremely compact, making them ideal for applications that require a built-in compact broadband light source
Lightwaves2020 compact ASE light sources exhibit excellent performance, including spectral and power stability. In addition, customers can choose between a standard or flattened spectrum output to best meet their application requirements. The ASEs are normally shipped with a standard RS232 or I2C electrical interface, although customized interface designs are also available. Lightwaves2020\’s low-cost, compact ASE sources have passed Telcordia GR1312 tests.
Datasheet (PDF): Compact Amplified Spontaneous Emission (ASE
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Lightwaves2020\’s MSA compliant gain block is designed for single-channel or banded channel amplification. It is a direct, low-cost drop-in replacement of existing high cost EDFAs.
The EDFA gain block includes a 980 nm pump laser, input monitor and input isolator, output monitor and output isolator, and a reel of optimized erbium-doped fiber. These components are contained within a compact 70 x 90 x 12 mm package.
A user-friendly MSA compatible 20-pin interface is included to enable the device to communicate with control electronics. The MSA EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
MSA Compliant Pre Amplifier Gain Block
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Datasheet (PDF): 1x2 (2x2) 80um Polarization-Insensitive PM
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Lightwaves2020\\’s liquid crystal based variable optical attenuator array (AVOA) is a voltage-controlled module designed specifically for power management in optical networks. Each device in the module has a dynamic range of up to 40dB attenuation and operats in the C-band, L-band or C+L band.
Eight VOAs packaged in small footprint make it ideal for integration onto circuit boards and for saving space. The module is driven by a 0-5V DC voltage using a easy-to-plug 12 pin electric interface connector.
As with all Lightwaves2020\\’s products, the VOA conforms to Telcordia requirements.
Variable Optical Attenuator (VOA)
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Lightwaves2020\\’s MSA compliant single channel full function EDFA combines state-of-the-art control electronics, firmware and highly reliable optics within a small form factor package to offer compact, economical amplification for a variety of optical signals.
This product offers highly accuracy Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and fast transient suppression, Automatic constant output Power Control (APC) and Automatic Constant Current (ACC) via an RS232 command interface. The MSA EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
MSA Compatible Booster Full Function
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Lightwaves2020\’s MSA compliant single channel full function EDFA combines state-of-the-art control electronics, firmware and highly reliable optics within a small form factor package to offer compact, economical amplification for a variety of optical signals.
This product offers highly accuracy Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and fast transient suppression, Automatic constant output Power Control (APC) and Automatic Constant Current (ACC) via an RS232 command interface. The MSA EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
MSA Compatible Pre-Amplifier Full Function
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MSA Extended Temperature Pre-Amplifier, Full Function 20 & 25dB
• Pre-Amplifier for receiver modules
• With electronic control interface
• Operating Temperature -40 – 75°C
MSA Extended Temperature Pre-Amplifier, Full Function
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Lightwaves2020\’s Single Channel Miniature Optical Power Monitor (MOPM) consists of a micro-tap and a PIN photodiode in a single, compact coaxial package. With dimensions of only ø3.5 x 18mm, the MOPM dramatically reduces the footprint requirement and saves board space
Datasheet (PDF):Single-Channel Miniature Optical Power Monit
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- Compact coaxial package
- Small responsivity ripple
- Excellent responsivity linearity
- Low insertion loss
- Low polarization dependent loss
- Low wavelength dependent loss
- Low polarization dependent
responsivity - Minimizes fiber splicing
- Saves board space
- Simplifies logistic management
- Cost effective
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- EDFA
- Raman amplifier
- DWDM mux/demux
- OADM
- Protection switch
- Other monitoring applications
Liquid Crystal Based Wide-Band Variable Optical Attenuator
Lightwaves2020’s liquid crystal based variable optical attenuator (VOA) is
a voltage-controlled device designed specifically for power management in
optical networks. The device has a dynamic range of up to 40dB attenuation
and wide operating band of wavelength from 1260nm to 1620nm.
Sealed in a compact coaxial package 7.2mm in diameter, the VOA’s small
footprint makes it ideal for integration onto circuit board. In addition, it
offers the benefits of no moving parts, precision attenuation control without
backlash, small driving voltage, low insertion loss and low cost. The
VOA is driven by either a 0 ~ 40V peak to peak 10KHz square wave or by
a 0 ~ 5 V DC voltage using Lightwaves2020’s easy-to plug driver board.
The VOA can be used for pre-emphasis of DWDM laser signals in long
haul systems, power equalization in optical add/drop modules and optical
cross-connects, as well as gain-tilt adjustment in EDFA. As with all
Lightwaves2020’s products, this wide-band VOA conforms to Telcordia
requirements.
Liquid Crystal Based Wide-Band Variable Optical Attenuator
Features/Benefits– Continuous tuning without moving parts – Ultra wide attenuation band – High attenuation range – Low insertion loss – Small footprint in coaxial package – Slow tuning slope without backlash and historic – High precise optical power control – Low cost |
Applications– Network optical power adjustment – Wide band channel balancing – EDFA gain-tile and power balancing – Raman amplifier – Multi-channel OADM |
Lightwaves2020\\’s multi-Channel Optical Power Monitor Array (OPMA) is designed for multi-channel optical power monitoring. It consists of an array of 4/8 Miniature Optical Power Monitors (MOPM) packaged in a compact case. Each MOPM integrates a micro-tap and a PIN photodiode into a single mini coaxial package. The OPMA dramatically reduces the footprint requirement and saves board space.
Datasheet (PDF): LW1022a4-/8-Channel Optical Power Monitor A
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1x2 Polarization-Insensitive Fused PM Fiber Broadband Splitter
Datasheet (PDF): 1x2 Polarization-Insensitive Fused PM Fiber
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8-Channel Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexer
8-channel CWDM product is only 50x31x8.8mm in dimension! Utilizing Ligthwaves2020\\’s proprietary free space TFF technology, the product guarantees pass bandwidth of ± 7.5nm over -20 ~ 70°C. The total insertion loss for all 8 CWDM channels is only ~ 1.2dB, giving much more flexibility on loss budget to the system designer. The product has wide applications in metro core and access networks, enterprise, CATV, 3G wireless telephony, PON and FTTx networks. The wide operating temperature range is particularly suitable for outdoor applications.
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Single-Channel Unidirectional Miniature Optical Power Monitor (UOPM)
LLightwaves2020\’s Unidirectional Miniature Optical Power Monitor (UOPM) integrates the functionalities of a tap coupler, an isolator and a PD. It is the smallest
device of its type on the market. Its integrated design reduces the number of parts to handle, minimizes fiber splicing, improves fiber routing and saves board
space. This UOPM offers excellent performance, including high isolation, low dark current, low insertion loss, low wavelength dependent loss, low polarization dependent loss and low polarization dependent responsivity. As with all Lightwaves2020 products, this UOPM conforms to Telcordia requirements. Lightwaves2020\’s UOPM simplifies the design of optical amplifier and WDM systems. It offers a more compact and cost-effective solution for unidirectionalpower monitoring in optical networks than discrete components.
Datasheet (PDF): Single-Channel Unidirectional Miniature Opt
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- Unidirectional monitoring
- Compact coaxial package
- Excellent responsivity linearity
- Low insertion loss
- Cost effectiv
- High isolation
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- EDFA
- Raman amplifier
- DWDM mux/demux
- OADM
- Protection switch
- Other monitoring applications
- OXC
1310/1550 WDM Filter Integrated Optical Power Monitor (PIBF)
Lightwaves2020\’s 1310/1550 WDM filter integrated optical power monitor (PIBF) is a device that detects signals from one band and reflects the other band.
By integrating a 1310/1550 WDM thin film filter and a PIN photodiode into a miniature coaxial package, the PIBF minimizes the number of parts to handle, eliminates fiber splicing, improves fiber routing and saves board space. At a mere ø3.5x18 mm it is the smallest available package on the market.
The PIBF has many performance advantages, including: low insertion loss; excellent responsivity linearity, low polarization dependent loss; low wavelength dependent loss; high isolation between detected signal and reflected signal to increase dectetion accuracy; and high frequency response capability. The PIBF simplifies the design of dual window WDM systems and offers a compact and more cost-effective solution for power monitoring in optical networks than discrete components.
Datasheet (PDF): 1310/1550 WDM Filter Integrated Optical Pow
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Single-Channel Miniature Optical Power Monitor (MOPM)
Lightwaves2020\’s Single Channel Miniature Optical Power Monitor (MOPM) consists of a micro-tap and a PIN photodiode in a single, compact coaxial package. With dimensions of only ø3.5 x 18mm, the MOPM dramatically reduces the footprint requirement and saves board space.
Miniature Optical Power Monitor (MOPM)
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Lightwaves2020\\’s multi-Channel Optical Power Monitor Array (OPMA) is designed for multi-channel optical power monitoring. It consists of an array of 4/8 Miniature Optical Power Monitors (MOPM) packaged in a compact case. Each MOPM integrates a micro-tap and a PIN photodiode into a single mini coaxial package. The OPMA dramatically reduces the footprint requirement and saves board space.
Optical Power Monitor Array (OPMA)
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Lightwaves2020\\’s polarimeter is a small form factor device that outputs four photocurrents that can be used to calculate both the state of polarization (SOP) and the degree of polarization (DOP). Covering the operating wavelength range from 1525 to 1570nm, the polarimeter offers excellent optical performance, including low dark current, low insertion loss, low wavelength dependence, and wide dynamic optical power range. This device is ideal for integration into polarization measuring and stabilizing modules.
Lightwaves2020\\’s polarimeter is designed for the use in polarization division multiplexing, polarization measurement, PMD compensation, and fiber sensing systems. RoHS
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- Compact size
- No moving parts
- Fast response
- Low excess loss
- Easy mounting onto PCB board
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- SOP and DOP measurement and monitoring
- Polarization tracking and stabilization
- Polarization division multiplexing
- PMD compensation
- Fiber sensing
In December, 2009, Lightwaves2020 released one compact variable gain EDFA module with low noise figure. With Lightwaves2020’s proprietary Liquid-crystal Variable Optical Attenuator and Thin-film based Gain
Flattening Filter, the variable gain ranges from 15dB to 25dB within wide input power range. This makes the module suitable for pre-amplifier, inline, and booster applications. Our products achieve gain deviation < ±2dB & noise figure < 7dB over all operating conditions.
This compact full-function EDFA module covers all automatic control modes for constant gain, power, and current. Monitoring of input, output, and reflected signal levels as well as temperature and signal levels alarms are provided. We also provide custom made products.
Datasheet (PDF): Variable Gain EDFA
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- Wide gain setting range
- Compact package size
- Low noise figure
- Firmware field upgradable
- Multiple control modes (AGC, APC, and ACC)
- Digital interface with RS-232
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- Single-channel or DWDM system application
- Metro, regional, and long-haul WDM network
- Signal loss compensation
- Optical cross-connect
- Switch matrix
- Optical add/drop module
- Digital CATV
The compact low-cost EDFA is a small form factor module with a cooler-less pump laser that offers economical amplification for a wide range of applications. It is designed to amplify from one to eight channels with 100 GHz or 50 GHz ITU-T grid in the C-band. This module is ideal for today’s highly dynamic networks and cost sensitive market.
A standard 6-pin electrical connector (HIROSE DF11-6DP-2DSA) allows for easy electrical connectivity. A standard RS232 or I^2C electrical interface is provided for full functional EDFA. The compact EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
Thin-film based tunable filter is an ideal candidate for telecom application,especially for DWDM system, on account of its low insertion loss, flat-top transmission spectrum, and excellent thermal stability. With a innovative coating structure to increase the fabrication tolerance at larger AOI and new optical scheme to minimize PDL issue, Lightwaves2020’s step motor controlled 50GHz Angular Tunable Filters (ATF) is a better choice for competitive cost and compact size consideration.
Datasheet (PDF): Angular Tunable Filter
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- Flat-top transmission spectrum
- Up to 40nm wavelength tuning range
- Low PDL
- Tuning with stepper motor
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- Optical testing
- Dynamic channel selection in DWDM network
- Optical performance monitoring
- Noise suppression
The Thin-film based tunable filter is an ideal candidate for telecom application, especially for DWDM system, on account of its low insertion loss, flat-top transmission spectrum, and excellent thermal stability. With new masks and the optical monitor system to control the coating uniformity during the whole process, Lightwaves2020 successfully makes high-quality step motor controlled 50GHz Linear Variable Filters (LVF) with high yield.
Excellent thin-film filter quality aside, LVF also has uniform tuning spectrum over the operation wavelength range and small package size. The vibration-free package and electronics control circuit is also provided. The wavelength setting repeatability is < ±50pm. Undoubtedly, Lightwaves2020’s thin-film based tunable filter family is best solution for DWDM system application.
Datasheet (PDF): Linear Variable Filter
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- Up to 40nm wavelength tuning range
- Low & uniform insertion loss
- Low PDL
- High adjacent channel rejection
- Tuning with stepper motor
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- Optical testing
- Dynamic channel selection in
DWDM network - Optical performance monitoring
- Noise suppression
The Lightwaves2020 wideband tunable optical filter module is a new released manually tunable optical filter, in which the tuning is achieved by rotating the TFF filter. A wide variety of wavelength tuning range and profile is available from selecting the thin film based filter.
Datasheet (PDF): Turnable Optical Filter (TOTF)
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- 40 nm wavelength tuning range
- Operating wavelength: C, L or S band
- Low insertion loss
- Low PDL
- Cost-effective
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- Tuning components for tunable laser and white light source
- Optical testing
- Sensor source
- Channel selection in WDM network
The Lightwaves2020 Fiber-Optics High Speed Tunable Filter is a tunable optical filter to choose specified wavelength over certain range. The wavelength tuning is achieved by applying a control voltage. The typical wavelength scanning frequency is > 1kHz.
This tunable filter can be customized to different operation wavelengths and scanning range. In addition to low polarization dependent loss (PDL) performance, its thermal stability is exceptional with a TEC package.
Datasheet (PDF): High Speed Tunable Filter
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- Excellent thermal stability
- High scanning speed
- Small package size
- Customizable sweep range
- High resolution for accurate spectrum analysis
- Low insertion loss
- Low PDL
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- High resolution optical spectrum analysis (OSA)
- Optical performance monitoring (OPM) and optical channel monitoring (OCM)
- Tunable channel Add /Drop for WDM
- Tunable optical noise filtering
- Tunable laser and instrument
- Optical IR spectroscopy
- Sensor application and Optical / Electronic Warfare
- Biomedical imaging and testing
- Medical diagnosis
- Environmental Protection, food safety, anti-drug and anti-terrism applications
The Lightwaves2020 Broadband tunable filter array is an 8-channel micromotor-driven optical tunable filter, in which the tuning is achieved by rotating a TFF filter. A wide variety of wavelength tuning ranges and profiles can be achieved by selecting the right thin film filter. There are options for the tunable filters of 100GHz or 50GHz channel spacing.
The tunable filter array is designed to have maximum tunable wavelength range, minimum insertion loss and minimum polarization dependent. It offers cost-effective and compact solutions for various applications, especially in ROADM as tunable devices.
Datasheet (PDF): Optical Tunable Filter Array
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- 100GHz or 50GHz channel spacing
- Flat-top filtering
- 8 channel array
- 40nm broadband wavelength tuning range
- Wavelength ranges: C-, L- or S- band
- Continuously tunable
- Low insertion loss
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- Tunable add/drop module in ROADM
- Tuning components for tunable laser and white light source
- Optical testing
- Sensing source
- Channel selection in DWDM network
Lightwaves2020\\’s polarization controller is based on liquid crystal technology. It consists of three or four liquid crystal retarders with their fast optical axes oriented at 0° or 45°, which have the same functionality as variable waveplates. Theoretically, only three liquid crystals retarders are needed to transform an arbitrary input state of polarization into any desired output polarization state. The fourth one is added for fast searching, if necessary. The control over the state of polarization is achieved by individually changing the voltages applied to each retarder, which controls the retardations.
Sealed in a mini 10-pin DIN package with dimensions of 13.8 x 7.5 x 8.0mm, Lightwaves2020\\’s polarization controller provides an easy-mounting solution for many applications. In addition, the device and the thermal sensor can be integrated in the same package for close-loop control, which stabilizes the thermal performance. The PC is Telcordia compliant.
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- No-moving parts
- Wide operating wavelength range
- High extinction ratio
- Low insertion loss
- Low PDL
- Low PMD
- Low power consumption
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- DWDM mux/demux
- Multi-channel OADM
- Protection switch
PMD compensators - Polarization generators
- Polarization multiplexers
- Polarization scramblers
- Polarization instrumentation
The ultra-compact low-cost EDFA is a small form factor module with a cooler-less pump laser that offers economical amplification for a wide range of applications. It is designed to amplify from one to eight channels with 100 GHz or 50 GHz ITU-T grid in the C-band.
A standard 6-pin electrical connector (MOLEX 87089-0616) allows for easy electrical connectivity. The ultra-compact EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
The Lightwaves2020’s high-speed polarization controller (PC) is based on novel optical material offering fast response in ms, in contrast with conventional polarization controllers with speed in ms. The dramatic increase in response speed enables the new polarization controller suitable for demanding 40Gbs PMDC application as well as polarization Mux / DeMux. In addition, the new high-speed polarization controller is ideal for fiber sensing in optical security, spectroscopy and polarization
dependent imaging in biomedical applications.
An optional driver-PCB, on which the polarization controller is mounted, is provided. The device is driven by 0-5 VDC voltage to produce 0 – p phase retardation ofpolarization state.
The high-speed polarization controller (PC) has options of three or four cell design. The fourth cell is added for faster searching and controlling.
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- High speed (ms)
- Broadband wavelength ranges
- No moving parts
- Low insertion loss
- Low PDL over operating wavelength range
- Solid state technology
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- PMD compensation
- Polarization generator
- Polarization scrambler
- Polarization Mux / DeMux
- Polarization instrumentation
- Fiber sensing
- Polarization dependent imaging
- Polarization coded optical security
The Lightwaves2020’s high-speed Polarization Rotator is based on novel
optical material offering fast response in µs. It can continuously rotate polarization direction of input light beam by applying electrical field. The dramatic increase in response speed enables the new polarization rotator for demanding 40Gbs application.
An optional driver-PCB, on which the polarization rotator is fixed, is
provided.
High-Speed Polarization Rotator
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- High speed (µs) response
- Broadband wavelength ranges
- No moving parts and continuous tuning
- Low insertion loss
- Low PDL over wavelength range
- Solid state technology
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- Polarization rotation
- Polarization scrambler
- Group delay compensation
- Phase shift and retard
The compact low-cost EDFA is a small form factor module with a cooler-less pump laser that offers economical amplification for a wide range of applications. It is designed to amplify from one to eight channels with 100 GHz or 50 GHz ITU-T grid in the C-band. This module is ideal for today’s highly dynamic networks and cost sensitive market.
A standard 6-pin electrical connector (HIROSE DF11-6DP-2DSA) allows for easy electrical connectivity. A standard RS232 or I^2C electrical interface is provided for full functional EDFA. The compact EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
Compact EDFA Booster Gain Block
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- Low cost
- APC, ACC mode
- Low power consumption
- Wide operating temperature range
- Standard communication interface (RS232, I^2C)
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- Metropolitan and access networks
- Digital CATV
- Amplet for long-haul network
- Single-channel or DWDM
sub-systems - Optical cross-connects
- Optical add/drop modules
- Amplifier for transmitter line card
- Power equalization and flexible
pre-emphasis
The compact low-cost EDFA is a small form factor module with a cooler-less pump laser that offers economical amplification for a wide range of applications. It is designed to amplify from one to eight channels with 100 GHz or 50 GHz ITU-T grid in the C-band. This module is ideal for today’s highly dynamic networks and cost sensitive market.
A standard 6-pin electrical connector (HIROSE DF11-6DP-2DSA) allows for easy electrical connectivity. A standard RS232 or I^2C electrical interface is provided for full functional EDFA. The compact EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
The compact low-cost EDFA is a small form factor module with a cooler-less pump laser that offers economical amplification for a wide range of applications. It is designed to amplify from one to eight channels with 100 GHz or 50 GHz ITU-T grid in the C-band. This module is ideal for today’s highly dynamic networks and cost sensitive market.
A standard 6-pin electrical connector (HIROSE DF11-6DP-2DSA) allows for easy electrical connectivity. A standard RS232 or I^2C electrical interface is provided for full functional EDFA. The compact EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
The Lightwaves2020’s high-speed Variable Optical Attenuator (VOA) is based on novel optical material offering fast response in µs, in contrast with conventional LC-based VOAwith speed in ms. The dramatic increase in response speed enables the new VOA suitable for demanding 40Gbs applications.
An optional driver-PCB, on which the VOA is mounted, is provided. The device is driven by 0-5 VDC voltage to produce required optical power attenuation and switching
High Speed Variable Optical Attenuator
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• Amplifier for transmitter modules
• With electronic control interface
• Operating Temperature -40 – 75°
MSA Extended Temperature Booster
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Lightwaves2020\’s MSA compliant gain block is designed for single-channel or banded channel amplification. It is a direct, low-cost drop-in replacement of existing high cost EDFAs.
The EDFA gain block includes a 980 nm pump laser, input monitor and input isolator, output monitor and output isolator, and a reel of optimized erbium-doped fiber. These components are contained within a compact 70 x 90 x 12 mm package.
A user-friendly MSA compatible 20-pin interface is included to enable the device to communicate with control electronics. The MSA EDFA is Telcordia compliant.
Datasheet (PDF): MSA Booster Gain Block
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The compact Handheld Network Link is designed for conducting fiber optical network testing on the move. Combining advanced functions of Variable Optical Attenuator, Input Power Meter, and Output Power Controller, this all-in-one tester operates at multiple wavelengths with maximum accuracy and sensitivity. Test data can be stored, searched, analyzed, graphed, and transferred effortlessly.
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The j2waves Handheld Wavelength and Power Meter (HWPM) measures both wavelengths and optical power of optical signals. The instrument can be used to measure wavelengths of lasers from 1260 to 1620 nm. It is an economical, accurate, and easy-to-use handheld unit. The HWPM is suitable for testing single-mode ** optical systems. It is also ideal for FTTx, WDM PON tests. The unit is designed to operate in the rough fiber cable installation and maintenance environments.
In addition to precise measurements of optical wavelengths and power, the HWPM is loaded with features, such as log / linear display modes, auto ranging, user calibration, and reference measurement. It also comes with Ligthwaves2020\\’s advanced control and monitoring GUI software.
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The j2waves Handheld Polarimeter (HPOM) has been designed to incorporate many complex features including log / linear display modes, auto-ranging wavelength detection, user-defined calibration
options, and reference measurements. The SOP is measured and displayed simultaneously with Poincare Sphere on a 3.5” TFT color screen. When combined with a touch screen and userfriendly GUI, the Handheld Polarimeter is an easy-to-use, handheld tool that enables technicians to
perform varied and complex polarization analyses – without the need for heavy or bulky equipment
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The Lightwaves2020’s high power tunable laser source is a novel compact light source, which is based on Erbium-Doped Fiber technology. The tunable laser source is designed to have a narrow spectral width of less than 0.05nm, high output power up to 17dBm, and high side-mode suppression ratio (SMSR) of 65dB. It offers cost-effective and turn-key solutions for a wide variety ofapplications, from passive components testing, in-situ optical monitoring and optical sensing that need high power tunable light sources.
Datasheet (PDF): Tunable Laser Source
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– Using high purity optical substrateswith low Raman effect( data available upon request )
– High OD laser-line blocking for maximum laser rejection ( > 6 OD )
– Steep slopes to enable measuring the small Raman shifts ( 5 OD slope: BPF: < 4nm; LPF
< 10nm; 45 deg dichroic: < 10nm )- High transmittance in the pass band ( > 90% )
– Typical 6 OD Blocking Range: 0.85λ0 ~ 1.15λ0
– High laser damage threshold ( > 20J/cm2 @ 532nm )
– Superior environmental reliability
Products
- 50GHz DWDM
- Standard 100GHz DWDM
- Low CD 100GHz DWDM
- 200GHz DWDM
- 100GHz 4skip0
- Other custom DWDM and Band Separators/Channel Splitters
- CWDM 8skip0
- CWDM on grin lens
- 850nm CWDM
- Custom CWDM
Features
- Small insertion loss within pass band
- Small ripple (insertion loss variation) within pass band
- High transmission isolation
- High reflection isolation within pass band
- Low PDL and TDL
- Low temperature dependent wavelength shift
- High environmental stability and reliability
Sample Spectra
- 50GHz DWDM Filters
- 100GHz DWDM Filters
- LOW CD 100GHz DWDM Filters
- 200GHz DWDM Filters
- 100GHz 4skip0 Filter
Lightwaves2020 specializes in manufacturing a wide wavelength range and high OD blocking thin film filters for spectroscopic applications.
General Features
- Wide operating wavelength range:
– 200 ~ 1200nm for biomedical
– 400 ~ 1200nm for visible optical sensing
– 600 ~ 1700nm for NIR
– 400 ~ 3200nm for IR spectroscopy - Typical bandwidth: FWHM 10nm to 40nm
- High OD blocking:
– >5 OD for UV/Vis/NIR
– >3 OD for IR 400 ~ 3200nm - High transmittance: > 70% (NIR), > 60% (Vis), > 50% (UV)
- Steep slope: < 10nm across 50% of Tpeak to 5 OD in UV/Vis/NIR
- High laser damage threshold: > 2J/cm2 (532nm)
- Low auto-fluorescence in UV/Vis for fluorescence microscopic imaging
- Superior environmental reliability
Sample Curves
- Biomedical Spectroscopy: 200 ~ 1200nm
– Center Wavelength: customer specific, within 300nm to 1000nm
– FWHM: 40nm (or customer specific) - Visible Spectroscopy (400 ~ 900nm)
– Center Wavelength: customer specific
– Typical FWHM: 10 ~ 15nm - 200 ~ 1200nm
– Center Wavelength: customer specific
– FWHM: typical 10nm - NIR Spectroscopy (700nm ~ 1700nm)
- IR Spectroscopy
– FWHM: typical 15nm
– Peak Tran. > 75%
– Blocking: 400 ~ 3200nm, > 2.5 OD
– Channels: 1680, 1722, 1759, 1818, 1940, 2050, 2100, 2139, 2180, 2230, 2310, and 2345nm
Products
- Standard CWDM (AOI = 0 deg or 1.8 deg)
- High transmission isolation CWDM (> 60dB)
- CWDM with extended blocking (1250 – 1650nm)
- 13.5deg AOI CWDM
- 13.5deg AOI CWDM with extended blocking (1250 – 1650nm)
- CWDM 4skip0
- CWDM 8skip0
- CWDM on grin lens
- 850nm CWDM
- Custom CWDM
Features
- Small insertion loss within pass band
- Small ripple (insertion loss variation) within pass band
- Small insertion loss and ripple in the reflection band
- High transmission isolation
- High reflection isolation within pass band
- Low PDL and TDL
- Low temperature dependent wavelength shift
- High environmental stability and reliability
Sample Spectra
- CWDM with extended blocking (1250 – 1650nm)
- 13.5deg AOI CWDM
- High Isolation CWDM
- CWDM 4skip0
- CWDM 8skip0 (SPF)
- CWDM 8skip0 (LPF)
- CWDM on Grin Lens
Contact Address
Fax
408.503.8988
Phone
408.503.8888
Address
1323 Great Mall Dr. Milpitas, CA 95035