The Dicon GP700(PM-1×16-13/15-9) is a modular fiber optic switching platform engineered for component testing, remote fiber diagnostics, and network restoration. This 1×16 switch module integrates into the GP700 mainframe—available in 6U, 4U, 2U, and benchtop chassis—delivering precise optical routing with minimal insertion loss and exceptional repeatability. The PM designation indicates Polarization Maintaining fiber construction, optimized for dual-wavelength operation at 1310 nm and 1550 nm across 9/125 µm single-mode fiber. The platform accommodates up to eight modular plug-ins per mainframe, enabling control of up to 30 tunable filters or variable attenuators alongside up to 64 2×2 or 1×2 switches. SC connectors standard; FC alternatives available on other configurations.
## Technical Specifications
**Optical Performance:**
• Wavelengths: 1310 nm and 1550 nm
• Fiber type: 9/125 µm single-mode (Polarization Maintaining)
• Insertion loss: 0.6 dB typical, 1.2 dB maximum
• Back-reflection: -55 dB maximum
• PDL: 0.05 dB maximum (measured at 1550 nm)
• Cross-talk: -80 dB maximum
• Repeatability: ±0.02 dB maximum (100 cycles, sequential, constant temperature post warm-up)
• Switching time: 425 ms + 16 ms per channel maximum
• Durability: 10 million cycles minimum
## Key Features
• 1×16 switching configuration for high-port-density applications
• Modular plug-in architecture scales to 30 1xN switches or 64 binary switches per mainframe
• Polarization Maintaining fiber eliminates PDL drift in coherent and polarization-sensitive systems
• Field-proven durability with 10 million cycle minimum rating
• Low insertion loss and tight repeatability enable precision optical testing
## Typical Applications
• Fiber optic component characterization and validation
• Wavelength-selective test routing and network restoration
• Remote fiber diagnostics and automated test systems
• Dual-window (C-band and L-band) optical network testing
## Compatibility & Integration
Integrates into GP700 mainframe with modular plug-in slots. Supports Corning SMF-28, Flexcor 1060, and Polarization Maintaining (Panda) fiber options. SC connectors standard; for connector alternatives and electrical interface specifications.
