The LightBend 4x4 Series fiber optic switch connects optical channels by redirecting any of four incoming optical signals into any of four output fibers. This is achieved using a patent pending optomechanical configuration and activated via an electrical control signal. Latching operation preserves the selected optical path after the drive signal has been removed. This new material-based advanced design significantly reduces moving part position sensitivity, offering unprecedented high stability as well as an unmatched low cost. The LB 4x4 series Switch can be made of a variety of fibers, including SM, MM, PM fibers, in standard or highpower version. Electronic Driver is available for this series of switches. The LightBend 4x4 series switch is bidirectional.