Fiber Optics - Transmitters - Discrete

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
HFE4091-341-5027

HFE4091-341-5027

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

FIBER OPTIC

0

20400073823

20400073823

HARTING

RECEPTACLE 7WAY 3X LED 660NM

0

HFE8501-022/XBA

HFE8501-022/XBA

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

FIBER OPTIC LED

0

OPF390B

OPF390B

TT Electronics / Optek Technology

LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO18 ST

0

V850-2174-003

V850-2174-003

Finisar Corporation

PHOTODIODE

0

HFE3637-001/XBA

HFE3637-001/XBA

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

FIBER OPTIC DETECTOR

0

AFBR-811FMZ

AFBR-811FMZ

Foxconn OE Technologies

MINIPOD TX FLAT HEATSINK 100M

0

OPF345C

OPF345C

TT Electronics / Optek Technology

LED FBR OPTC GAAIAS HS TO-46

0

V880-2257-001

V880-2257-001

Finisar Corporation

PHOTODIODE

0

V850-2182-002

V850-2182-002

Finisar Corporation

PHOTODIODE

0

HFBR-1505A

HFBR-1505A

Broadcom

XMITTER FIBER OPTIC SERCOS SMA

0

OPF390C

OPF390C

TT Electronics / Optek Technology

LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO18 ST

0

OPF322C

OPF322C

TT Electronics / Optek Technology

LED RECEPT FBR OPTIC GAAIAS TO46

0

HFX6015-200K

HFX6015-200K

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

EMITTER IR 660NM 6PIN

0

OPF372D

OPF372D

TT Electronics / Optek Technology

LED FIBER OPTIC GAAIAS TO-18 ST

0

V910-2258-003

V910-2258-003

Finisar Corporation

PHOTODIODE

0

OPF392A

OPF392A

TT Electronics / Optek Technology

LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO18 ST

0

VCWDM-4X10G-MMF-LC

VCWDM-4X10G-MMF-LC

Finisar Corporation

PHOTODETECTOR

0

HFE8500-020/BAA

HFE8500-020/BAA

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

FIBER OPTIC LED

0

HFE4070-500/AAA

HFE4070-500/AAA

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

FIBER OPTIC LED

0

Fiber Optics - Transmitters - Discrete

1. Overview

Discrete fiber optic transmitters are optoelectronic devices that convert electrical signals into optical signals through individual component packages. They serve as fundamental building blocks in fiber communication systems, enabling data transmission via modulated light waves. These transmitters play critical roles in telecommunications, data centers, and sensing applications due to their high bandwidth efficiency and electromagnetic interference immunity.

2. Major Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
LED TransmittersLow-cost, low-power, broad spectral widthShort-distance links ( 2km), premises networks
Laser Diodes (LD)High power, narrow linewidth, high speedLong-haul telecom, CATV systems
VCSELsLow divergence beam, low power consumptionData center interconnects (100G-400G)
Electro-absorption Modulated Lasers (EML)Integrated modulation, low chirpHigh-speed DWDM systems ( 100Gbps)

3. Structure & Components

Typical discrete transmitters consist of: (1) Light source (LED/LD/VCSEL chip), (2) Optical sub-assembly (OSA) with lens/filter, (3) Electrical interface (bonding wires/PCB), (4) Hermetic package (TO-can or surface-mount). Advanced designs integrate drivers/modulators in photonic integrated circuits (PICs).

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterSignificance
Wavelength (1270-1610nm)Determines fiber transmission window and dispersion characteristics
Output Power (-20 to +20dBm)Affects transmission distance and signal-to-noise ratio
Modulation Bandwidth (DC-67GHz)Limits maximum data rate capability
Chirp CharacteristicsImpacts dispersion penalty in high-speed systems
Operating Temperature (-40 to +85 C)Determines environmental deployment flexibility

5. Application Domains

Primary industries include: Telecommunications (DWDM networks), Data Centers (QSFP modules), Cable TV (HFC networks), Industrial Sensing (strain/temperature monitoring). Typical equipment: Optical line terminals (OLTs), active optical cables (AOCs), OTDR test instruments.

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

VendorRepresentative Product
II-VI Incorporated100G CFP EML transmitter
LumentumMulti-junction VCSEL arrays
Finisar (II-VI)TO-Can DFB lasers
BroadcomIntegrated TOSA assemblies
NeoPhotonicsHigh-power narrow-linewidth lasers

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations: (1) Match wavelength to system requirements (O-band/C-band), (2) Verify output power vs. link budget needs, (3) Ensure modulation bandwidth exceeds data rate requirements, (4) Evaluate thermal stability for operating environments, (5) Consider packaging form factor (TO/ROSA vs. SMT), (6) Balance cost/performance for volume deployments.

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions include: (1) 400G+ transmission through advanced modulation formats, (2) Silicon photonics integration for cost reduction, (3) Shortwave infrared (SWIR) sources for emerging applications, (4) AI-driven digital signal processing co-design, (5) Environmental compliance with RoHS/Green Photonics initiatives. Market growth in 5G fronthaul and automotive LiDAR applications is driving innovation in compact, low-power transmitters.

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