Fiber Optics - Transmitters - Discrete

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OPF345C

OPF345C

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LED FBR OPTC GAAIAS HS TO-46

0

OPF390C

OPF390C

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LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO18 ST

0

OPF322C

OPF322C

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LED RECEPT FBR OPTIC GAAIAS TO46

0

OPF372D

OPF372D

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LED FIBER OPTIC GAAIAS TO-18 ST

0

OPF392A

OPF392A

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LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO18 ST

0

OPF342B

OPF342B

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LED FBR OPTC GAAIAS HS TO-46 ST

0

OPF390A

OPF390A

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LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO18 ST

0

OPF372C

OPF372C

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LED FIBER OPTIC GAAIAS TO-18 ST

0

OPF392C

OPF392C

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LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO18 ST

0

OPF371A

OPF371A

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LED FIBER OPTIC SMA

0

OPF347D

OPF347D

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LED FBR OPTC GAAIAS HS TO-46 ST

0

OPF692-1

OPF692-1

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LED PHOTOSENSOR PAIR SIDE LOOK

0

OPF340D

OPF340D

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LED PIBER OPTIC GAAIAS HS TO-46

0

OPF395C

OPF395C

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LED HIGH SPEED FO TO18

0

OPF370D

OPF370D

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LED FIBER OPTC GAAIAS HS TO-18

0

OPF395B

OPF395B

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LED HIGH SPEED FO TO18

0

OPF693-1

OPF693-1

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LED HS IN LOW PROFILE ST

0

OPF397D

OPF397D

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LED FIBR OPTC HS GAAIAS TO-18 ST

0

OPF694-1

OPF694-1

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LED PLASTIC TO-18

0

OPF340B

OPF340B

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LED FIBER OPTIC GAAIAS HS TO-46

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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