PLC Polarization Controllers
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Product information "PLC Polarization Controllers"
480-1650 nm; IL <0.05, <0.5 dB; RL >45, >55, >65 dB; Extinction Ratio >40 dB; Connection Options Bulkhead Connectors, Fiber Pigtails, Drop-in
Lunas’ PLC series of polarization controllers use patented fiber squeezing technology to control the polarization. The PLC polarization controller modules are available with bulkhead connectors, with fiber pigtails, or as drop-in versions that use fiber already in the system. For OEM applications where space is at a premium, a miniature PLC polarization controller module is available.
The PLC-002/M02 version of the PLC polarization controller is conveniently pigtailed with or without connectors. It can be spliced to other components with minimal loss and is ideal for controlling the polarization state of light in any single mode fiber optic system. It is available in a regular (PLC-002) or miniature (PLC-M02) size for maximum flexibility.
PLC-003/006 is the in-line version of the PLC polarization controller module. It can be inserted into a fiber optic system to control the polarization state of light without having to disconnect any part of the system. It can be used by simply inserting a length of fiber into the slot located on top of the device. The miniature version can be inserted in even tighter spaces in a fiber optic module.
The PLC-004/005 fully connectorized polarization controller module comes with either male (PLC-005) or female (PLC-004) connectors, thus eliminating the headaches of fiber pigtails. Customers can use the bulkhead connectors of their choice. Although the unit comes with FC type connectors, it can interface with ST and SC type connectors with industry standard FC/ST or FC/SC adapters . The device is especially suitable for interconnecting polarization maintaining (PM) fibers using standard connectors without having to align the birefringent axes of the PM fibers. Optional scales allow easy replication of earlier settings, a feature highly desirable in laboratories for repeating polarization adjustments.
Key Features:
- Low Intrinsic Insertion Loss: <0.05 dB, <0.5 dB With Connectors
- Low Back Reflection – Return Loss: >65 dB Without Connectors, >45, >55 dB With Connectors
- Insensitive to Wavelength Variations
- Compact Size – Dimensions:
PLC-002/M02: 102/76 x 25.4 x 27/27.7 mm
PLC-003/006: 76 x 25.4/16 x 27.7/17 mm
PLC-004/005: 102 x 25.4 x 27.7 mm
- Multiple Connection Options: Bulkhead Connectors, Fiber Pigtails, Drop-in
- Works With Fibers of Any Size (PLC-003/006)
- Operating Wavelength: 480 to 1650 nm
- Extinction Ratio: >40 dB
Applications: Sensor System Adjustment; OCT System Tuning; Antenna Remoting Systems; Laboratory Setups; Teaching Laboratories; High-speed Telecommunication Systems; WDM Systems; CATV Systems; Fiber Laser; Fiber Sensor Systems; PM Fiber Systems
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Center Wavelength 440 to 1625 nm; Insertion Loss 0.8 to 2.5 dB; Return Loss ≥14 to ≥60 dB; Polarization Extinction Ratio 20, 25, 30; Fiber Type SM, Coating ≤400 µm; Max. Input Power 200 mW OZ Optics’ FPR line of polarization rotators, controllers and analyzers manipulate and control the state of polarization of an input beam of light and couple the adjusted light into an output fiber or detector. These systems typically consist of an input with fiber pigtail or connector receptacle, from one to three polarization optic components and an output coupler with fiber pigtail or connector receptacle. The FPR product line uses bulk waveplates and polarizing glass to accomplish the polarization control. Each polarization optic stage can be removed without loss of coupling. These stages may be replaced or interchanged as the application requires. Separate stages with polarization optics mounted in a rotary platform may be purchased to allow using only one fiber optic assembly for multiple applications. Three types of polarization optics are employed: Plate polarizers, with high extinction ratio and low loss, half wave plates rotating the plane of polarization and quarter wave plates changing the ellipticity of the input light. Consult AMS Technologies for special component performance requirements. For extreme applications, custom achromatic waveplates can be supplied that allow operation over wider bands. These components are much more expensive than simple waveplates and detailed requirements should be supplied to ensure the proper component is supplied. OZ Optics manufactures two standard sizes of FPR devices. The standard size uses 2.5" square rotational stages and is the preferred choice for applications where frequent adjustments must be made or repeatability is important. The miniature stage uses 1" stages to fit into tight spaces and is preferred for use in equipment boxes or where a single state needs to be found and subsequent alignment is minimal. Key Features: User-friendly Lab Package or Compact Package for Inside Systems Single Mode (SM), Multi Mode (MM) and Polarization Maintaining (PM) Fiber Versions Removable/Replaceable Optics (Interchangeable) Wide Range of Available Wavelengths High Polarization Extinction Ratio Convert Any Polarization State to Any Other Polarization State Compatible With Standard Detector Housings Applications: Laser to Fiber Coupling; Polarization Dependent Component or PM Fiber Testing; Fiber Amplifiers; Coherent Communications; Polarization Error Rate Measurements; PM Fiber Axis Conversion
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