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Variable Optical Attenuator

The Zenastra VOA is used to attenuate optical signals. Based on the thermo

Variable Optical Attenuator
The Zenastra VOA is used to attenuate optical signals. Based on the thermo
Zenastra designs and manufactures optical circuits for DWDM systems. We deliver high volume optical component integration that improves system flexibility at reduced cost.
optic effect and using industry accepted silica-on-silicon technologies, Zenastra VOAs have no moving parts and are designed to meet Telcordia 1209 / 1221 specifications. The eight-channel VOA is an economical and more compact alternative to traditional single-channel optical attenuators.
FEATURES
· Proven silica-on-silicon technology ensures consistent quality and high adherence to specifications · Design for compliance with Telcordia 1209 / 1221 assures long term stability and reliability · Less than 2 msec switching time · Thermal activation with no moving parts delivers greater reliability and product lifespan · Low profile design
· Metro, inter-office and long haul networks · Channel balancing in DWDM systems · Power protection of optical receivers · EDFA gain / loss management
Parameter
Specifications do not include connectors. All specifications subject to change without notice. Customer Specific.
Specification
Operating Wavelength Range Number of Channels per device Dynamic Range Insertion Loss Spectral Flatness up to 9dB attenuation Return Loss Polarization Dependent Loss at 0dB attenuation Response Time Maximum Electrical Power (per channel) Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Dimensions Fiber Pigtail
Zenastra Photonics Inc. 2305 St. Laurent Boulevard Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1G 4J8 Voice 613 · 736 · 8777 Fax 613 · 731 · 4558 www.zenastra.com
SPC 500000017 REV 02 JULY 2001
Printed in Canada