The JDS Uniphase OAB1558+22FA0 is a C-band booster amplifier for DWDM telecommunications systems, delivering high saturated output power across the 1528–1565 nm window. This multichannel optical amplifier achieves minimum 20 dB small-signal gain with a noise figure not exceeding 5.5 dB, making it suitable for signal regeneration and network reach extension in long-haul deployments.
## Technical Specifications
**Optical Performance**
• Amplifier Type: Booster DWDM high power
• Wavelength Range: 1528–1565 nm (C-band)
• Input Signal: Multichannel (DWDM)
• Small Signal Gain (minimum): 20 dB
• Saturated Output Power (minimum): 21 dBm
• Noise Figure (maximum): 5.5 dB
• Input Isolation: 40 dB (minimum)
• Output Isolation: 40 dB (minimum)
**Optical Interface**
• Connector Options: FC/PC, FC/APC, SC/PC, SC/APC
**Physical & Environmental**
• Packaging: Benchtop or rack-mountable unit
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 50 °C
• Storage Temperature: −40 to 70 °C
• Humidity: Maximum 95% RH non-condensing (0 to 45 °C)
**Power & Safety**
Specifications guaranteed at 1550 nm and 23 °C. Maximum output power limited to 22.8 dBm for L-band and 24.5 dBm for C+L-band configurations per FDA 21CFR 1040.10 Class IIIb laser requirements.
## Key Features
• High saturated output power enables booster deployment in point-to-point and metro ring topologies
• Multichannel DWDM capability supports dense wavelength division multiplexing across C-band
• Low noise figure minimizes signal degradation in cascade configurations
• Dual input/output isolation provides immunity from reflected signals
• Multiple connector options accommodate diverse field installations
• Wide operating temperature range suits both indoor and outdoor cabinet deployments
## Typical Applications
• Long-haul terrestrial optical networks requiring signal boost
• DWDM system booster amplification stages
• Network reach extension in 10 Gbps and higher rate systems
• Point-to-point transmission links
## Compatibility & Integration
FC/PC, FC/APC, SC/PC, and SC/APC connectors enable integration with standard DWDM multiplexers, transponders, and transmission line equipment. The unit operates across 0–50 °C, accommodating standard telecommunications cabinet environments.
