The Polatis I-OST-08×08-LU1-MTANS is an 8×8 non-blocking all-optical matrix switch built on Polatis’ patented DirectLight® beam-steering technology. This single-mode fiber switch operates across the 1260 to 1625 nm wavelength range with typical insertion loss below 1.0 dB and supports protocol and bit-rate independent operation across diverse network infrastructures.
Technical Specifications
• Matrix Configuration: 8×8 non-blocking all-optical
• Switching Technology: DirectLight® Beam-Steering
• Fiber Type: Single Mode 9/125 µm
• Wavelength Range: 1260 to 1625 nm
• Insertion Loss: 55 dB
• Crosstalk: <−70 dB
• Switching Speed: Single-channel increment <17 ms; maximum 25 ms
• Maximum Optical Power: +27 dBm
• Polarization Dependent Loss: <0.1 dB (C+L Bands); <0.3 dB with optional OPMs
• Wavelength Dependent Loss: 10⁹ cycles
• Operating Temperature: +10°C to +40°C, <85% RH non-condensing
• Storage Temperature: −40°C to +70°C, <40% RH non-condensing
– Key Features
• Bi-directional operation and dark fiber switching support
• LC/UPC rear bulkhead connectors
• Control via Ethernet, RS-232 serial, and optional GPIB
• SNMP, TL1, and SCPI command protocols
• SDN-enabled OpenFlow, NETCONF, and RESTCONF interfaces
• Secure web GUI with RADIUS user access control
• Optional Optical Power Monitoring (−40 to +24 dBm dynamic range, ±0.5 dBm accuracy; calibrated 1290–1330 nm and 1450–1640 nm)
• Optional Variable Optical Attenuation and optical taps
• Programmable port shutter for fiber break simulation
– Typical Applications
Network monitoring, automated testing of optical components and subsystems, dynamic routing in data centers and telecommunications environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Protocol and bit-rate independent design enables deployment across multivendor network infrastructures. Modern management system integration via OpenFlow, NETCONF, and RESTCONF protocols.
