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DiCon MEMS MxN Matrix Optical Switch

DiCon MEMS MxN Matrix Optical Switch

DiCon MEMS MxN Matrix Optical Switch

Product catalog summary
Overview
The DiCon Fiberoptics MXS-9100 MEMS MxN Matrix Optical Switch is designed for use with EXFO systems and software control. It enables any input fiber to connect to any output fiber in a fully non-blocking manner, making it ideal for centralized instrument sharing or automated tests in manufacturing environments.
Key Features
  • Available exclusively from EXFO.
  • Low insertion loss, fast switching, and high reliability.
  • Remote-control capabilities using SCPI over Ethernet.
  • Available configurations: 2x8, 4x4, 8x8, and 16x16.
  • Protocol and bit rate independent.
  • Fast switching time of less than 40 ms.
  • High reliability with a lifetime of over 109 cycles.
Optical Specifications
  • Insertion Loss: Varies by configuration, with a maximum of 3.6 dB for 16x16 at 1310 nm.
  • Crosstalk: Maximum of -55 dB.
  • Back Reflection: Maximum of -45 dB.
  • Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL): Maximum of 0.15 dB.
  • Repeatability: Maximum of 0.04 dB after 100 cycles.
  • Durability: Minimum of 109 cycles.
  • Optical Power: Maximum of 500 mW.
  • Operating Temperature: 0 to 70°C.
  • Storage Temperature: -40 to 85°C.
  • Fiber Type: 9/125 um Single Mode.
  • Operating Wavelength Range: 1290 - 1650 nm.
Electrical Specifications
  • Latching Type: Non-latching.
  • Control Type: Ethernet Interface with EXFO SCPI Command Set.
  • Supply Voltage: AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz.
Mechanical Dimensions
Dimensions are provided in millimeters.
Ordering Information
  • Product Code: MXS MEMS Matrix Switch.
  • Connector Types: FC/APC, FC/UPC, LC/APC, LC/UPC, SC/APC, SC/UPC.
  • Fiber Type: 9/125 um Single Mode.
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Catalog excerpts

DiCon MEMS MxN Matrix Optical Switch-1

DiCon MEMS Mxn Matrix Optical Switch available exclusively from EXFO Optimized for use with EXFO systems and software control, the DiCon Fiberoptics MXS-9100 MEMS MxN Matrix Optical Switch allows any input fiber to connect to any output fiber in a fully nonblocking manner. DiCon’s all-optical cross-connect technology provides the unique combination of low insertion loss, fast switching and very high reliability required by engineers in their lab or manufacturing environments. With its remote-control capabilities using Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI) over Ethernet, the MXS-9100 is the perfect solution for sharing centralized instruments or automated tests in manufacturing. KEY Features Available in 2x8, 4x4, 8x8 and 16x16 configurations Protocol and bit rate independent Fast switching time < 40 ms High reliability with lifetime > 109 Cycles SCPI over Ethernet remote-control capabilities Specifications subject to change. Copyright © 2013 DiCon Fiberoptics, Inc. All rights reserved.

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DiCon MEMS MxN Matrix Optical Switch-2

Crosstalk4 Back Reflection4 Switching Time PDL4 Repeatability5 Durability optical Power operating Temperature Storage Temperature Fiber Type Operating Wavelength Range -55 dB max. -45 dB max. 40 ms max. 0.15 dB max. 0.04 dB max. 10 9 cycles min. 500 mW max. 0 to 70 oC -40 to 85 oC 9/125 um Single Mode 1290 - 1650 nm 1. Specifications are without connectors. 2. Insertion Loss is measured at the specified wavelengths, 23 ± 5 oC. 3. Power off isolation is the same as crosstalk. 4. Measured at 1550 nm. 5. Repeatability is defined after 100 cycles. Electrical Specifications Parameter Latching Type...

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