MAP mSRC-C2 MSRC-C23456FPX-M100-MFA 1310/1490/1550/1625 nm TEC'd Fabry-Perot Multiplexed Light Source Module

TEC-stabilized Fabry-Perot laser source module for the VIAVI MAP platform with multiplexed 1310/1490/1550/1625 nm single-mode output.

Peak Wavelength: 1310/1490/1550/1625 nm mux
Spectral Width (FWHM): As per individual specifications
Output Optical Power: ≥ -8 dbm
Optical Power Stability for 15 min: ±0.01 dB

Datasheet

Overview

The MSRC-C23456FPX-M100-MFA belongs to the VIAVI Multiple Application Platform (MAP) mSRC-C2 family of general purpose light sources: stabilized, fiber-coupled, fixed-wavelength emitters for the main telecom and datacom bands. This model has thermoelectrically cooled (TEC'd) Fabry-Perot (FP) lasers at 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625 nm, multiplexed onto one single-mode output with an FC/APC connector.

Fabry-Perot lasers emit at common discrete wavelengths. Their spectral width is around 5 nm and their output power is high. Cooled FP lasers are suited to general loss measurements of broadband optical components. External isolators in the module keep the output stable when there are reflections from open PC or dirty connectors. The sources can run in constant power or constant current mode, with at least 10 dB of power tuning range, and can be modulated from 150 to 2000 Hz.

Platform

The mSRC is part of the LightDirect module family for the MAP platform, a modular, rack-mountable or benchtop optical test system whose chassis hold 2, 3 or 8 application modules. The mSRC-C2 works with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis. Control is through a web-enabled multiuser interface. The platform is LXI compliant and comes with SCPI-based automation drivers and PC-based management tools, so it suits both laboratory and manufacturing use.

Key Features

TEC'd Fabry-Perot lasers at 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625 nm
Pre-multiplexed single output to simplify test system integration
Temperature and power feedback control for stable output
External isolators for stability in the presence of reflections from open PC or dirty connectors
Constant current or constant power control modes
Optical power tuning range of at least 10 dB
Modulation from 150 to 2000 Hz with 1 Hz resolution
Compatible with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis

Specifications

Optical Parameters

Peak Wavelength	1310/1490/1550/1625 nm mux Peak wavelength defined as per IEC 61280-1-3 2010 clause 3.1.3. Measured at 23°C. All optical measurements after minimum 30 minutes warm-up
Spectral Width (FWHM)	As per individual specifications Individual Single Mode TEC'd FP sources: < 5 nm
Output Optical Power	≥ -8 dbm Combined output power, measured with any 1 laser on full power at a time. Measured at full power at controlled environment of ΔT=±1°, constant current mode with APC connector (SM) direct to power meter
Optical Power Stability for 15 min	±0.01 dB Value given for the multiplexed TEC'd FP versions
Optical Power Stability for 3 hours	±0.01 dB Value given for the multiplexed TEC'd FP versions
TEC Stabilized	Yes
Wavelength Tolerance	±10 nm
Optical Power Tuning Range	≥ 10 dB From maximum power down
Power Control Mode	Constant Current or Constant Power
Modulation	0.15 to 2.0 kHz Modulation duty cycle is fixed at 50%. Modulation depth is fixed at 100%
Modulation Accuracy	±0.5 Hz
Fiber Type	Single Mode Fiber For IEC 60793-2-50 Type B1.3/ ISO 11801 OS2 compliant single mode fiber
Connector Type	FC/APC Single output

General Specifications

Operating Temperature	10 to 40°C (50 to 104°F)
Storage Temperature	-30 to 60°C (-22 to 140°F)
Operating Humidity	Maximum 85% Relative Humidity, non-condensing from 10 to 40°C/50 to 104°F
Dimensions (W x H x D)	4.06 x 13.26 x 37.03 cm (1.6 x 5.22 x 14.58 in)
Weight	1.3 kg (2.86 lb)

Compliance

Safety and Standards	Complies to CE, CSA/UL/IEC61010-1, LXI Class C requirements, meets the requirements of Class 1M in standard IEC 60825-1 (2014), and complies with 21 CFR 1040.1 except deviations per Laser Notice No. 50 When installed in a MAP chassis

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

Insertion loss testing
General power meter or loss calibration
Applications requiring modulation from 150 to 2000 Hz
Transient loss testing stimulus
General loss measurements of broadband optical components

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
CleanBlastPRO	CleanBlast fiber end-face cleaning system — Optional inspection and cleaning tool for removing dirt and debris from connectors; available in a benchtop and portable version
FiberChek	FiberChek probe microscope — Optional one-button handheld fiber inspection probe
P5000i	P5000i fiber microscope — Optional automated fiber inspection and analysis probe with PASS/FAIL capability