The JDSU SB08BS-C2SU is a single-mode fiber optic switch offering 1-to-8 optical routing in a C-configuration architecture. This bidirectional device employs expanded beam lens technology with precision stepper motor control to deliver low insertion loss and high repeatability across a broad wavelength spectrum. Manual front-panel operation and remote GPIB/RS-232 control enable both standalone and automated test environments.
Technical Specifications
Optical Performance
• Configuration: 1 input, 8 output channels (C-configuration)
• Fiber type: Single-mode (9/125 µm)
• Wavelength range: 1270–1670 nm
• Insertion loss (typical, without connectors): 0.4 dB
• Return loss (typical): > 65 dB
• Polarization dependent loss (typical): 0.02 dB
• Sequential switching repeatability (typical): ± 0.0003 dB
• Random switching repeatability (typical): ± 0.01 dB
• General repeatability (SB/SC series): ± 0.003 dB (typical)
• Maximum input power: 300 mW
Switching Performance
• First channel switching time: 300 ms (typical)
• Additional channel switching time: 12 ms per channel
Electrical & Environmental
• Power supply: 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz, single-phase
• Maximum power consumption: 80 VA
• Temperature control: Internal mechanism stabilizes switching performance
Control & Interfaces
• Remote operation: GPIB and RS-232
• Manual operation: Front-panel controls with status indicators
• Port configuration: Bulkhead-mounted input and output ports
– Key Features
• Expanded beam collimating lens design minimizes insertion loss
• Precision stepper motor ensures repeatable optical alignment
• Bidirectional operation supports flexible signal routing
• Dual control architecture accommodates manual and automated systems
• Broad 1270–1670 nm wavelength coverage
• Low polarization-dependent loss (0.02 dB typical)
– Typical Applications
• Telecommunications signal routing and testing
• Data center optical network validation
• Research laboratory multi-channel optical switching
• Automated test setups requiring remote control
– Compatibility & Integration
The SB08BS-C2SU integrates via GPIB and RS-232 interfaces, enabling integration into automated measurement and control systems. Connector types vary by sub-model configuration; FC/PC and ST connectors are available.
