MEMS 1xN Multimode Optical Switch

Module4 (1×2 to 1×32)

Introducing the Module4 MEMS 1xN multimode optical switch, a device for optical communication and fiber sensing applications. This optical switch is based on the Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) technology, and provides channel selection capabilities between a single input fiber and up to 32 output fibers. Its modular design and versatile port configurations ranging from 1×2 to 1×32 make it a versatile solution for various optical network needs.

Features Proven MEMS durability and reliability Compact form factor Fast switching time Qualified to Telcordia GR-1073-CORE and RoHS requirements Applications Fiber monitoring (working with OTDR or OCM) Optical network routing Fiber sensing Resource sharing Optical network protection and restoration Schematic Diagram Optical Specifications

PARAMETER		UNIT	VALUE
Wavelength		nm	8:850 only 9:980 only 13:1290 ~ 1330 15:1525 ~ 1568
Test Wavelength		nm	850 / 980 / 1310 / 1550
Insertion Loss	1 x 8	dB	≤ 1.0, typical 0.6
	1 x 16		≤ 1.2, typical 0.8
	1 x 24		≤ 1.4, typical 1.0
	1 x 32 / 48 / 64		≤ 2.2, typical 1.4
	1 x 128		≤ 2.4, typical 1.6
	1 x 256		≤ 2.6, typical 1.8
	1 x 576		≤ 2.8, typical 2.0
Return Loss		dB	≥ 45
Repeatability		dB	≤ 0.1
Crosstalk		dB	≥ 40
PDL	2 ≤ N ≤ 24	dB	≤ 0.2
	24 < N ≤ 576		≤ 0.4
WDL	2 ≤ N ≤ 24	dB	≤ 0.4
	24 < N ≤ 576		≤ 0.8
TDL	2 ≤ N ≤ 24	dB	≤ 0.3
	24 < N ≤ 576		≤ 0.6
Switch Time	2 ≤ N ≤ 16	ms	≤ 5
	16 < N ≤ 24		≤ 10
	24 < N ≤ 576		≤ 20
Durability		cycle	≥ 1 x 109
Maximum Optical Power		mW	≤ 500
Latching Type			Non-latching