Alcatel, JDSU and Nortel enter MSA for EDFA pump lasers
To ensure optical system manufacturers have a choice among compatible sources for 960-980nm pump laser modules using Mini-DIL packaging, this agreement establishes a uniform specification that addresses form, fit, function and performance criteria in addition to quality parameters. The three MSA founding members expect compliant uncooled Mini-DIL pump lasers will enable a significant reduction in the size and power consumption of EDFAs.
Uncooled Mini-DIL pump modules conforming to the MSA offer 100mW operating power or greater at a significantly lower price point and reduced form factor compared to conventional pump packages. Uncooled operation greatly reduces the total power consumption of the pump laser module. Pump performance over the 0-70ºC temperature range is maintained by fiber Bragg grating (FBG) wavelength locking.
Alcatel Optronics, JDS Uniphase and Nortel Networks will independently develop, manufacture, and market 960-980nm pump laser modules using Mini-DIL packaging based on this standard.
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