The JDS Uniphase MSCS (MAP SCS Switch) is a modular optical switch cassette engineered for signal routing and channel selection in telecommunications, data center, and research environments. Built on the Multiple Application Platform (MAP) architecture, this precision switching module delivers low insertion loss and high return loss across flexible channel configurations, supporting both single-mode and multimode fiber with multiple connector options.
## Technical Specifications
• **Insertion Loss (IL):** Typically < 0.7 dB; MSCS-A1812P-M configuration typically 57 dB; MSCS-A1812P-M 50 dB; SB/SC/SCG series > 65 dB typical
• **Switching Technology:** Expanded beam alignment with precision stepper motor actuation
• **Channel Configurations:** 1×2, 2×2, and M x N options; eight 1×2 switches available in single or dual-switch formats
• **Fiber Types:** M100 (9/125 µm SM), M101 (50/125 µm MM), M102 (62.5/125 µm MM)
• **Connector Options:** FC/PC (MFP), FC/APC (MFA), SC/PC (MSC), SC/APC (MSU)
• **Operation:** Bidirectional; mechanically latching and non-latching variants available
• **Signal Transparency:** Format-independent
## Key Features
• Low polarization-dependent loss minimizes signal distortion across all channels
• High return loss performance ensures minimal reflections and signal integrity
• Bidirectional switching enables flexible routing configurations
• Multiple fiber and connector options accommodate diverse network architectures
• Modular design integrates directly into MAP platform systems
## Typical Applications
• DWDM channel testing and characterization
• Optical amplifier measurement and validation
• Bit error rate (BER) testing
• Fiber-optic component characterization
• Signal routing and network monitoring
• System-level optical testing
• Research and development environments
## Compatibility & Integration
The MSCS integrates into JDS Uniphase MAP series systems, supporting modular expansion and multi-cassette configurations. CE compliant; meets UL3101-1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1 safety standards.
