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

Features/Benefits

• Low cost
• APC, ACC mode
• Low power consumption
• Wide operating temperature range
• Standard communication interface (RS232, I^2C)

Applications

• 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