Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) Coupler/Splitter Module

Introduction:
Fiberdyne presents the Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) splitter. Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) technology is the latest in passive, fiber-optic component manufacturing. It uses semiconducter (i.e. integrated circuit) fabrication techniques, to build compact, fiber-optic devices. This technique displaces fused-biconical taper devices for high-count splitters (e.g 1x32). The resulting devices are smaller and more robust.

Conceptual Usage:
Couplers are typically used where an aggregate of optical power is required. Therefore, Coupler Module is an assembly, which houses coupler components. These components combine optical power from two or more inputs.
Splitter applications are more common. Typically, they are used for video distribution or for data network monitoring. Inputs are divided and sent to several destinations (e.g. to neighborhoods for CATV). Alternatively, a low-power signal sample is "read-out" with minimal impact, to the link. Therefore, a Splitter Module is an assembly, which house splitter components. These components divide optical power to two or more outputs.

Features:

• - Coupler/Splitter components comply with Telcordia GR-1209
• - Connectors comply with Telcordia GR-326
• - Standard Fiber Connectors: SC, ST, FC, LC, MTP
• - Polish Type: UPC or APC (as applicable)

Options:
• - Number of splits: 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128
• - Combine with alternate fiber-optic components (e.g. multiplexers) for enhanced capabilities
• - Multiple packaging options
• - LGX/LGX compatible modules
• - Rackmount modules, 19/23-inch, 1U high
• - Connection options include bulkhead connectors or pigtails

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Standard Configuration: - Box Dimensions

Module	Split Qty*	Box	Faceplate
LGX/LGX-compatible	2	3.97"H x 1.13"W x 4.98"D (101 x 29 x 127 mm)	5.06"H x 1.13"W (129 x 29 mm)
Single-wide	4	3.97"H x 1.13"W x 4.98"D (101 x 29 x 127 mm)	5.06"H x 1.13"W (129 x 29 mm)
Double-wide	8	3.97"H x 2.25"W x 4.98"D (101 x 57 x 127 mm)	5.06"H x 2.25"W (129 x 57 mm)
Triple-wide	16	3.97"H x 3.38"W x 4.98"D (101 x 86 x 127 mm)	5.06"H x 3.38"W (129 x 86 mm)
Rackmount
19/23-inch	8, 16, 32, 64, 128	1.72"H x 17.0"W x 5.94"D (44 x 432 x 151 mm)	1.72"H x 17.0"W (44 x 432 mm)
Note:* Other configurations available, including smaller modules with pigtails.

 

To PLC Splitter Web Page:

• PLC Splitter

 

Specifications:

• Planar Splitter Module 
• 1x32 PLC Splitters 
• Isometric View 

Parameter	Unit	Value
Wavelength (1310-band)	nm	1260 to 1360
Wavelength (1550-band)	nm	1460 to 1625
Temperature, Operating	°C	-45 to +85
Temperature, Storage	°C	-45 to +85
Return Loss	dB	> 55
Directivity	dB	> 55

 

Configuration (1xN)*	Unit	1x4	1x8	1x16	1x32
Max Insertion Loss**	db	< 7.2	< 10.5	< 13.5	< 16.5
Uniformity	db	< 0.8	< 1.0	< 1.3	< 1.5
Polarization Dependent Loss	db	< 0.2	< 0.2	< 0.2	< 0.3

 

Configuration (2xN)*	Unit	2x4	2x8	2x16	2x32
Max Insertion Loss**	db	< 8.7	< 12.0	< 15.5	< 18.5
Uniformity	db	< 2.0	< 2.0	< 2.0	< 2.0
Polarization Dependent Loss	db	< 0.4	< 0.4	< 0.5	< 0.5

Notes: * Equal Split-Ratios (i.e. "even splits") on each input/output.
            ** Insertion Loss values do not include connector losses.

 

Ordering Information:

PART A
F	X	X	-	X	X	X	X	X	-	X	X
	2	3		4	5	6	7	8		9	10
Fiberdyne Labs, Inc. Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) /Splitter

 

2nd Digit	Center Wavelength	P = Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) 1310/1550 Singlemode Module
3rd Digit	Ports	1 = 1x4 2 = 1x8 3 = 1x16 4 = 1x32 5 = 2x32 6 = 2x16 7 = 2x8 8 = 2x4 9 = 1x64* A = 2x64*	B = 1 x 128* C = 2 x 128* D = 1 x 2 E = 2 x 2 *Requires LC/UPC or LC/APC
4th Digit	Package	0 = LGX/Fiberdyne compatible with input pigtail, output adapters 1 = LGX/Fiberdyne compatible with input adapters, output adapters 2 = LGX/Fiberdyne compatible with input pigtail, output pigtail 3 = Corning FDC compatible with input pigtail, output adapters 4 = Corning FDC compatible with input adapter, output adapter. 5 = Corning FDC compatible with input pigtail, output pigtails. 6 = Corning Reduced Fusion Splice Tray compatible with pigtail input, pigtail output. 7 = 19" Rackmount Module 8 = Customer requested special 9 = Wall Mount Module A = ADC Module (Not Available) B = LGX with Rear Entry C = Corning Eclipse compatible with input adapter, output adapter D = Splitter/Coupler Tray E = Aerial Enclosure 24 Fiber F = Aerial Enclosure 36 Fiber H = Standard 900µm Legs J = Standard 250µm Legs P = Pedestal V = Pedestal with Vault
5th Digit	Grade	1 = Ultra
6th Digit	Fiber Type	0 = G.657.A1
7th Digit	Connector Type Input = 0	0 = None 1 = FC 2 = FC/APC 3 = SC 4 = SC/APC 5 = ST L = LC 7 = Specify N = LC/APC
8th Digit	Connector Type Output	0 = None 1 = FC 2 = FC/APC 3 = SC 4 = SC/APC 5 = ST L = LC 7 = Specify N = LC/APC
9th Digit	Length Input	0 = Adapter 1 = 1 m 2 = 2 m 3 = 3 m 4 = 4 m 5 = 5 m
10th Digit	Length Output	0 = Adapter 1 = 1 m 2 = 2 m 3 = 3 m 4 = 4 m 5 = 5 m

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