PRO8 Modular Optical Switch Modules

Very Fast Response Time: 0.5 ms Typ., 1 ms Max
Low Insertion Loss: Typ. 0.7 dB (1x2), Max. 1.5 dB (1x4)
Excellent Repeatability of ±0.01 dB
Four Modules: 1x2, 1x4, 1x8, & 2x2

PRO800 with
Optical Switches

OSW8108

OSW8202

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Overview
Specs
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PRO8 Series Options^a
Laser Diode Current Controllers (Up to 8 A)
TEC Temperature Controllers (Up to 64 W)
Combination Laser Diode Current (Up to 1 A) & TEC Temperature Controllers (Up to 16 W)
DWDM DFB Laser Modules^b
Optical Switches
Photocurrent Measurement Modules

Our PRO8 Series Chassis can accommodate multiple PRO8 Series Modules, allowing for a customized telecom solution.
Please contact Tech Support for availability of desired wavelength.

Features

Operating Wavelength: 1240 - 1610 nm
Switching Time: <1 ms
MEMS-Based Fiber Optic Switches
Four Switching Configurations: 1 x 2, 1 x 4, 1 x 8, or 2 x 2
LabVIEW™ and LabWindows™/CVI Drivers
All Models Occupy 1 PRO8 Slot

Introduction
The OSW8000 Series Optical Switches are MEMS (microelectromechanical system) based plug-in modules for the PRO8 platform. They provide additional “building-blocks” when constructing automated optical test networks. Four different bidirectional switching modules are available, providing highly flexible routing of optical signals.

These bidirectional switches have a typical switching time of 0.5 ms, and a broad wavelength range of 1240 nm to 1610 nm. The four different modules provide 1 x 2, 1 x 4, 1 x 8, and 2 x 2 switches with low insertion loss and repeatability of ±0.01 dB.

MEMS Technology for Long Lifetime
The switching mechanism is based on silicon MEMS technology which ensures very long lifetime and is inherently fast. This technology also provides very low crosstalk between channels; the 1 x 4 and 1 x 8 switches have a maximum crosstalk specification of -60 dB. The 1 x 2 and 2 x 2 are both rated at -50 dB.

User-Friendly Controls
The display menu of the PRO8 chassis allows configuration of any OSW8000 module. The operational parameters are easily accessed using mneumonic symbols, and simple prompts provide user-friendly operations.

For further information, please contact Tech Support.

Item #	OSW8102	OSW8104	OSW8108	OSW8202
Switching Configuration	1 x 2	1 x 4	1 x 8	2 x 2
Switching Time	0.5 ms Typical (1 ms Max)
Wavelength Range	1240 to 1610 nm
Input Power (Max)	+17 dBm
Insertion Loss (Typical/Max)^a	0.7 dB / <1.5 dB	1.2 dB / <2.1 dB	1.6 dB / <2.6 dB	0.7 dB / <1.5 dB
PDL (1550 nm)	<0.1 dB	<0.15 dB	<0.2 dB	<0.15 dB
Crosstalk	<-50 dB	<-60 dB	<-60 dB	<-50 dB
Repeatability	±0.01 dB
Return Loss	-50 dB	-50 dB	-45 dB	-50 dB
Connectors	FC/APC; Others Upon Request
General Data
Operating Temperature	0 to 35 °C
Storing Temperature	-10 °C to +60 °C
Module Width	1 PRO8 Slot

Including Connectors

The following parts are included together with each of our OSW8000 Series Optical Switch Modules:

1 OSW8000 Series Optical Switch Module
Operating Manual

Posted Comments:

jhartmann (posted 2009-07-09 11:15:58.0)

A response from Juergen at Thorlabs to icsmith : Yes, WL other than the specified telecomm WL range are available as a custom special. For the PRO8 chassis system are 1x2, 2x2, 1x4 and 1x8 configurations available - what switch configuration you need?

icsmith (posted 2009-07-06 11:58:02.0)

The fiber optic switch modules and chassis specs say thay are limited to >1200nm but the individule switched are available at 980nm. Can you get a chassis using the 980nm switches?