Optical Switches
Route signal transmitted through optical fiber among optical circuits.
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Optical Switches
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Thorlabs' optical switches are available for fiber-optic circuit integration or construction. We offer optical switches with integrated MEMS technology, optical switch kits, and PRO8 modules. Also available are optical switches for applications requiring an optical shutter in the 1500 - 1600 nm range.
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Fiber Optical Switch at Single Mode Latching 1310/1550nm 5V with LC/PC Connector
SUN-FSW-1x1
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Guilin GLsun Science and Tech Group Co., LTD
GLSUN 1×1 fiber optic switch -Features·Low Insertion Loss·High Stability, High Reliability·Low Crosstalk·Wide Wavelength Range·Epoxy-free on Optical Path·Latching and Non-latchingGLSUN 1×1 fiber optic switch -Applications·System Monitoring·OADM·R&D in Laboratory·MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)·Network Security and MonitoringGLSUN 1×1 fiber optic switch - SpecificationsParametersUnitSUN-FSW-1×1Wavelength Rangenm850±40 / 1300±401260 ~ 1650Test Wavelengthnm850 / 13001310 / 1550Insertion Loss 1,2dBTyp: 0.5 Max: 0.8Typ: 0.4 Max: 0.6Return Loss 1, 2dBMM ≥ 30 SM ≥ 50Crosstalk 1dBMM ≥ 65 SM ≥ 70PDLdB≤0.05WDLdB≤0.25RepeatabilitydB≤±0.02Operating VoltageV3.0 or 5.0DurabilityCycles≥ 10 MillionSwitching Timems≤8Optical PowermW≤500Operating Temperature℃-20 ~ +70Storage Temperature℃-40 ~ +85Relative Humidity%5 ~ 95Weightg14Dimensionmm(L)27.0×(W)12.6×(H)8.2 ±0.2Note: 1 Within operating temperature and SOP.2 Excluding Connectors.
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PXI Optical Switching
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Pickering's range of PXI optical switching modules include high performance multiplexers and insert/bypass switches. MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems) switch technology offers higher performance and longer operational life compared to conventional prism based optical switching
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Triple Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode, 9/125 Fiber, LC Connectors
42-860A-432
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-432 is a PXI/PXIe triple insert/bypass switch with LC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Triple Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode, 9/125 Fiber, MU Connectors
42-860A-332
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-332 is a PXI/PXIe triple insert/bypass switch with MU connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Single Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode
40-860A-112-HI
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-112-HI is a PXI/PXIe single insert/bypass switch with FC/PC connectors, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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LXI Optical Switching - 2:1 Multiplexer Plugin Module
65-281-381
Multiplexer Module
The 65-281-381 2:1 multiplexer is part of the 65-280 and 65-281 ranges of optical plug-in modules offering matrix & insert/bypass or multiplexer & SPST topologies respectively with all models based on MEMS fiber optic switches and available in various populations per plugin. In addition, a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications is offered: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC, SC/PC and ST for general applications and LC for high density applications. They use MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) based optical switches to route signals between terminals by redirecting the optical signal. This is achieved using micromechanical mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism activated via an electrical control signal.
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LXI Optical Switching - 8x8 Matrix Plugin Module
65-280-313
Matrix Switch Module
The 65-280-313 8x8 matrix is part of the 65-280 and 65-281 ranges of optical plug-in modules offering matrix & insert/bypass or multiplexer & SPST topologies respectively with all models based on MEMS fiber optic switches and available in various populations per plugin. In addition, a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications is offered: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC, SC/PC and ST for general applications and LC for high density applications. They use MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) based optical switches to route signals between terminals by redirecting the optical signal. This is achieved using micromechanical mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism activated via an electrical control signal.
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Optical Switch Boxes
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An optical switch box is needed so that automated test platforms can permit the system to measure the performance of transmitters and receivers at multiple wavelengths or channels. The MLO4034 Optical Switch Box incorporates a WDM demultiplexer, integrated power meters, variable optical attenuators, and optical switches to form an integrated switch matrix. It enables receivers and transmitters to be tested at up to four wavelengths or channels.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Single Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode, 9/125 Fiber, LC Connectors
40-860A-412
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-412 is a PXI/PXIe single insert/bypass switch with LC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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Economical Solution for Test Requiring Fewer Instrumentation Modules.
OPTOWARE-S200 (FOTS-Bench Top Series)
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•LD Driver, EDFA, ASE Broadband Source, 1X4 Optical Switch•Variable Optical Attenuator, Wavelength Meter•SOA Driver, SLED Driver, Pump LD Driver•Pattern Generator & BERT, SFP Transceiver Driver•4Channel Optical Return Loss Meter (Light Source & Power Meter)
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Single Mode Low Loss All Optical Switch From 8x8 To 192x192 Ports
SERIES 6000
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The Polatis Series 6000 Network Optical Switch is a high-performance, fully non-blocking all-optical matrix switch available in sizes from 8x8 up to 192x192. It is designed to meet the highest performance and reliability needs of the most demanding applications with exceptionally low optical loss, compact size, low power requirements and fast switching speeds. With support of Software-Defined Networks (SDNs) via an embedded NETCONF and RESTCONF control interfaces, the Series 6000 enables extremely low latency for time-critical traffic required for new virtual cloud services in hybrid packet-optical data centers. The Series 6000 is based on Polatis’ patented DirectLight® optical switching technology that has been proven in the most challenging data center, telecom and defense applications and is also used by major network equipment manufacturers to automate testing of optical components and subsystems.
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Optical & RF Switches
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OPTELLENT is a provider of broadband test & measurement solutions for communications. OPTELLENT’s test and measurement solutions are designed to offer unprecedented low-cost of ownership and ease of use.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass
40-860A-322
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-322 is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with MU connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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Automated Optical Switch - PXI
Optical Switch
Add optical switching capability to your test system with Quantifi Photonics’ automated optical switches. The fast and reliable optical switch will enable automated sequential testing, saving time and streamlining your test procedures.
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LXI Optical Switching - 4x4 Matrix Plugin Module
65-280-321
Matrix Switch Module
The 65-280-321 4x4 matrix is part of the 65-280 and 65-281 ranges of optical plug-in modules offering matrix & insert/bypass or multiplexer & SPST topologies respectively with all models based on MEMS fiber optic switches and available in various populations per plugin. In addition, a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications is offered: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC, SC/PC and ST for general applications and LC for high density applications. They use MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) based optical switches to route signals between terminals by redirecting the optical signal. This is achieved using micromechanical mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism activated via an electrical control signal.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode
40-860A-022-HI
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-022-HI is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with FC/APC connectors, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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MEMS Optical Switches
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Guilin GLsun Science and Tech Group Co., LTD
MEMS Optical Switches by GLSN
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Single Insert/Bypass, Multi-Mode, 62.5/125 Fiber
40-860A-512-M-HI
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-512-M-HI is a PXI/PXIe single insert/bypass switch with ST connectors, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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LXI Optical Switching - 2x2 Matrix (Insert/Bypass) Plugin Module
65-280-360
Matrix Switch Module
The 65-280-360 2x2 matrix is part of the 65-280 and 65-281 ranges of optical plug-in modules offering matrix & insert/bypass or multiplexer & SPST topologies respectively with all models based on MEMS fiber optic switches and available in various populations per plugin. In addition, a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications is offered: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC, SC/PC and ST for general applications and LC for high density applications. They use MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) based optical switches to route signals between terminals by redirecting the optical signal. This is achieved using micromechanical mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism activated via an electrical control signal.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode, 9/125 Fiber, MU Connectors, With Interlock
42-860A-322-HI
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-322-HI is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with MU connectors,, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode
40-860A-322-HI
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-322-HI is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with MU connectors,, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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Fiber Optical Switch at Single Mode Latching 1310/1550nm 5V with LC/PC Connector
SUN-FSW-1x2H
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Guilin GLsun Science and Tech Group Co., LTD
GLSUN 1×2H Mechanical Optical Switch Fiber Switch Features·Low Insertion Loss·Wide Wavelength Range·Low Crosstalk·High Stability, High Reliability·Epoxy-free on Optical Path·Latching and Non-latchingGLSUN 1×2H Mechanical Optical Switch Fiber Switch Applications·R&D in Laboratory·System Monitoring·OADM·MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)·Network Security and MonitoringGLSUN 1×2H Mechanical Optical Switch Fiber Switch SpecificationsParametersUnitSUN-FSW-1×2HWavelength Rangenm1260 ~ 1650Test Wavelengthnm1310 / 1550Insertion Loss 1, 2dBTyp: 0.8 Max: 1.0Return Loss 1, 2dBSM ≥ 50Crosstalk 1dBSM ≥ 55PDLdB≤0.05WDLdB≤0.25RepeatabilitydB≤±0.02Operating VoltageV3.0 or 5.0DurabilityCycles≥ 10 MillionSwitching Timems≤8Optical PowermW≤500Operating Temperature℃-20 ~ +70Storage Temperature℃-40 ~ +85Relative Humidity%5 ~ 95Weightg14Dimensionmm(L )22.5×(W)11.8×(H)10.2 ±0.2Note: 1 Within operating temperature and SOP.2 Excluding Connectors.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode, 9/125 Fiber, FC/PC Connectors, With Interlock
42-860A-122-HI
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-122-HI is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with FC/PC connectors, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Quad Insert/Bypass
40-860A-442
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-442 is a PXI/PXIe quad insert/bypass switch with LC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode
40-860A-222-HI
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-222-HI is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with SC/PC connectors, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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MEMS Fiber Optical Switch at Single Mode 1315nm Type-A with LC/PC Connector
SUN-MS-1x8
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Guilin GLsun Science and Tech Group Co., LTD
Fiber Configurations1x8 MEMSFiber TypeSM, 9/125 umTest Wavelength1310/1550 nmOperating Voltage2.5VSwitch TypeNon-latchingFiber Length0.5m±5cmConnectorTTL/UARTTube Type900 umOperating Temperature-5°C~ +70°CStorge Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Triple Insert/Bypass
40-860A-432
Switch Module
The 40/42-860A-432 is a PXI/PXIe triple insert/bypass switch with LC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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LXI Optical Switching
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Our LXI optical switching are fiber optic multiplexers that use MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems) switching technology to ensure fast and reliable switching of single or multi-mode optical signals being carried on fiber connections. Our LXI optical switching can be offered for single or multi-mode fibers. This series is focused on multiplexer arrangements – if you are looking for matrix based solutions, please contact us with your requirements.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Single Insert/Bypass
40-860A-012
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-012 is a PXI/PXIe single insert/bypass switch with FC/APC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.





























