AC Photonics, Inc.

MEMS Variable Optical Attenuator

MEMS Variable Optical Attenuator

Features
  • Low IL, Low PDL, Low WDL
  • Fast Response
  • Compact Package
  • GR-1221 Qualified
Applications
  • Optical Power Control/equalization
  • Gain Tilt Control in EDFA
  • Receiver Protection

Specifications

Parameter Unit Specifications
Operating Wavelength* nm 1525 - 1610
Insertion Loss dB ≤ 0.8
Polarization Dependent Loss dB ≤ 0.1 @ 0dB
≤ 0.2 @0-10dB
≤ 0.4 @10-20 dB
Temperature Dependent Loss dB ≤ ±0.1 @ 0dB
≤ ±1.0 @0-10dB
≤ ±2.0 @10-20 dB
Wavelength Dependent Loss dB ≤ 0.2 @0dB
≤ 1.0 @0-10dB
≤ 2.0 @10-20dB
Return Loss dB ≥ 45
Repetability dB ± 0.1
Attenuation Range dB ≥ 35
Response Time ms 5
Operating Voltage V 7 or 20
Operating Temperature °C - 5 to +70
Package Dimensions mm See “MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS”

Note:

*Other wavelengths are available upon request.

All values referenced are without connector.