The ILX Lightwave SSB-9200 is a high-density optical source bank engineered for laser diode testing and characterization in DWDM component, amplifier, and system applications. It consolidates up to 100 sources per mainframe into a compact platform, delivering versatile optical signal generation for both manual and automated test environments.
Technical Specifications
• Chassis Capacity: Up to 100 sources per mainframe
• Display: Large TFT-VGA display
• User Interface: Menu-driven front panel control
• Communication: SCPI-compliant GPIB interface for remote operation and automated testing
• Modulation: Flexible internal and external modulation with adjustable coherence control
• Optical Components: Integrated optical components for signal conditioning
• Physical: 12 × 10 × 8 inches; 5 lbs
– Key Features
• High-density architecture supporting large-channel-count test setups
• Dual operation modes: front panel manual control and GPIB-driven automation
• Integrated optical signal path with configurable modulation architecture
• Adjustable coherence control for precise optical characterization
– Typical Applications
• DWDM component testing and validation
• Optical amplifier characterization
• Multi-channel laser diode qualification in R&D and production
• Experimental optical system development requiring multiple synchronized sources
• Automated high-volume production test
– Compatibility & Integration
The SSB-9200 accepts ILX Lightwave 2-Channel Laser Diode Cards and operates through SCPI-compliant GPIB connectivity, enabling integration into established test automation frameworks and ATE systems.
