The Optilab EDFA-I-L-23 is a single-pump Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifier engineered for L-band optical signal amplification in telecommunications and fiber optic networks. It delivers up to +21 dBm output power with 40 dB optical gain and a typical noise figure of 5.0 dB, making it suitable for extending network reach and capacity in demanding communication, research, and test environments.
Technical Specifications
• Optical Gain: Up to 40 dB
• Output Power: Up to +21 dBm maximum
• Noise Figure: 5.0 dB (typical)
• Polarization Dependent Gain (PDG): 0.2 dB maximum
• Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD): 0.5 ps maximum
• Input/Output Isolation: 30 dB minimum
• Input Signal Level: -20 dBm to 0 dBm
• Pump Laser: Single pump architecture
• Power Requirements: 90–240 VAC, 47–63 Hz
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 °C
• Form Factor: 1U rackmount (260 mm × 330 mm × 120 mm)
– Key Features
• Automatic Current Control (ACC) standard for stable gain management
• USB and RS232 (DB-9) remote control interfaces; RJ-45 Ethernet optional
• Front panel LCD display with LED status indicators and adjustable output level via ACC
• FC/APC connectors standard; FC/UPC, SC/APC, and SC/UPC available
• Comprehensive safety: pump over-temperature protection, current limiting, key-lock switch, BNC interlock, and loss-of-input power detection with automatic pump shutdown
– Typical Applications
• Long-haul optical communication systems
• Fiber optic network extension and capacity enhancement
• Research and development projects requiring L-band amplification
• Test and measurement in optical systems
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed specifically for L-band optical signals prevalent in modern telecommunications infrastructure. Connector selection—FC/APC, FC/UPC, SC/APC, or SC/UPC—should align with existing network architecture. Remote management via RS232, USB, or optional Ethernet TCP/IP integration supports automated control in network operations centers.
