Ultra-Compact Gain Block Booster

The ultra-compact low-cost EDFA is a small form factor module with a cooler-less pump laser that offers economical amplification for a wide range of applications. It is designed to amplify from one to eight channels with 100 GHz or 50 GHz ITU-T grid in the C-band. 
A standard 6-pin electrical connector (MOLEX 87089-0616) allows for easy electrical connectivity. The ultra-compact EDFA is Telcordia compliant.Features

• Low cost
• Low power consumption
• Wide operating temperature range
• Smallest footprint
• Output power monitor

Applications

• Metropolitan and access networks
• Digital CATV
• Amplet for long-haul network
• Single-channel or DWDM sub-systems
• Optical cross-connects
• Optical add/drop modules
• Amplifier for transmitter line card
• Power equalisation and flexible pre-emphasis

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