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Featuring: TruePhase® IPLM Inline Polarimeter

Polarization changes in the optical network are becoming more important to optical system vendors and network operators. Small variations in the state of polarization (SOP) and degree of polarization (DOP) can lead to changes in network performance. Therefore, real-time measurements of polarization related network parameters are desirable. Measurement and calculation of the Stokes parameters are required to accurately monitor polarization dependent loss (PDL), polarization-mode dispersion (PMD), degree of polarization (DOP) and even the optical signal to noise ratio (OSNR). Collecting and processing these parameters require a high-speed polarization measurement solution to aid in monitoring and managing the operation of today’s optical networks.

OFS is the first to offer TruePhase® IPLM Inline Polarimeter, a truly commercial, network grade, polarimeter designed to satisfy these market requirements. The TruePhase IPLM in-line architecture enables high-speed polarization measurements of the light transmitted through the all-fiber Polarimeter with minimal loss and without compromising the data traffic. The TruePhase IPLM can be used to determine DOP, SOP, and Optical Power, as well as characterize other key network performance parameters such as OSNR and PMD. Compared to other solutions or bulk optics polarimeters, the TruePhase IPLM is ideal for integration with telecom systems, diagnostic applications for optical channel monitoring and test & measurement (T&M) equipment.

OFS has also created a complete evaluation platform for the TruePhase IPLM. A Test Evaluation Board (TEB), software, calibration data and technical documentation provide all the required tools for successful qualification of the TruePhase IPLM followed by integration into custom electronic circuitry.

OFS also provides consulting services with vast expertise in polarization monitoring and characterization techniques and PM Fiber. Leveraging this knowledge base can help system vendors achieve faster time-to-market with their proprietary designs that address specific applications.  For additional product specifications, click here.

Key Features

  • Small form factor
  • All-fiber in-line device
  • Convenient system integration
  • Full measurement of Stokes parameters, SOP and DOP
  • Hermetic packaging

Applications

  • System line cards
  • T&M
  • Diagnostic tools
  • Optical Channel Monitoring
  • Sensors


 

 

  Temperature Range Chemical Resistance Abrasion Resistance Radiation Resistance UV Resistance Flame Retardance
Material            
PFA -200 to 260 °C Excellent Very Good Good Excellent Excellent
FEP -100 to 200 °C Excellent Very Good Good Excellent Excellent
ETFE -125 to 150 °C Excellent Excellent Very Good Excellent Excellent
PVDF -50 to 150 °C Excellent Excellent Very Good Very Good Excellent
PEEK -55 to 240 °C Excellent Excellent Good N/R Excellent
Thermoplastic Elastomer -50 to 120 °C Good Good N/R Excellent Very Good
PVC -40 to 105 °C N/R N/R N/R N/R Very Good
Nylon -65 to 105 °C N/R Very Good N/R N/R N/R

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