MSA Full Function Pre-Amplifier EDFA

The compact low-cost EDFA is a small form factor module with a cooler-less pump laser that offers economical amplification for a wide range of applications. It is designed to amplify from one to eight channels with 100GHz or 50GHz ITU-T grid in the C-band. This module is ideal for today’s highly dynamic networks and cost sensitive market.
A standard 6-pin electrical connector (HIROSE DF11-6DP-2DSA) allows for easy electrical connectivity. A standard RS232 or I²C electrical interface is provided for full functional EDFA. The compact EDFA is Telcordia compliant.

Key Features

• Firmware field upgradable
• Multiple control modes (APC and ACC)
• Comprehensive reporting
• Digital interface with RS-232
• Low Noise Figure (NF)
• Optimised as a pre-amp

Primary Applications

• Single-channel or narrow-band amplification
• Metropolitan and access ne

tworks

Amplet for long haul networks

Optical cross-connect

Switch matrix

Optical add/drop module

Signal loss compensation in optical modules

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