Ultra-Broadband/Low-Loss Fiber Optic Switch System — Custom Configurations — Fiber-Fiber™

SKU: FFSY

The FFSY Series fiber optic switch is a turn-key system with a user-friendly GUI interface. The FFSY is designed to be compatible with any custom light path configurations. It provides exceptional optical performances of nearly lossless transition, ultra-broadband with little wavelength dependence that is only limited by fiber characters, fast optical switching of less than ms, little temperature dependence, large on/off ratio, and vibration insensitivity. It connects optical channels by fiber-to-fiber direct coupling using a silicon-based micro-mechanical auto-alignment platform that is wafer-level produced in-house. The established optical path is filled with an index-matching liquid, eliminating air gaps, lenses, and coatings. The optical transition is continuous without mode distortions or unwanted surface reflection-related issues. The platform is robust and insensitive to temperature and vibration. The FFSY Series switch can accommodate all types of fibers with 0.125mm outer diameter, including SM. MM, PM, double cladding, bendable, large core, small core. The FF switches uniquely provide performance no other technologies can match.
The switch is controlled by RS232 or USB computer interface. GPIB and LabVIEW version is also available.
The order table includes a list of standard control interfaces. Additionally, we provide a list of commands to assist customer engineers in coding. For those who require it, we offer a code-writing service for customer interfaces at an additional charge.
This switch uses a specially formulated index-matching liquid that does not generate fluorescent. The liquid fills a gap of less than 5 µm.
Switches with PM fibers transmit both polarizations the same way as the fiber.
Each switch driver includes a GUI for programming and a command set (API) so customers can develop their own control software. Python and LabVIEW interface libraries; integration support is available for a fee.
Due to inherent computer delays under Windows, response speed can be improved by using a Linux-based controller or executing stored switching sequences directly on the board. In this mode, the host computer simply issues start, pause, and repeat commands.