mBBS-C1 MAP Laser Sources

AMS item number: SW10648

Broadband Class 1M Laser Source; 1525 to 1610 nm; Output Power ≥20 dBm, FC/APC Connector;... more

Product information "mBBS-C1 MAP Laser Sources"

Broadband Class 1M Laser Source; 1525 to 1610 nm; Output Power ≥20 dBm, FC/APC Connector; Source Mode Amplified Spontaneous Emission

Viavi Solutions’ mBBS-C1 series of Multiple Application Platform (MAP) broadband light sources is a third-generation erbium doped fiber-based design delivering 100 mW of amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) across the extended C-band and L-band. The mBBS-C1 series modules are used for optical component measurement and telecommunications transmission testing.

The mBBS-C1 series is compatible with all current Viavi Solutions MAP-300, MAP-220-C as well as legacy MAP-200 chassis. The MAP-300 multiple application platform is a modular, rack mountable or benchtop, optical test and measurement platform with chassis that can host 3 or 8 application modules. The mBBS-C1 is part of the LightDirect module family, characterized by its simple control and single function nature. Individually or together they form the foundation of a diverse array of optical test applications.

The optical output of the mBBS-C1 series is ultra-stable, depolarized and spectrally flat to within 1.8 dB and shows power stability better than 0.02 dB. These characteristics make it ideal for several applications including noise loading during OSNR compliance test, power loading of optical amplifiers during gain, and noise figure measurements or passive component characterization. Due to extreme power stability, this source is often used for optical calibration of power meters and variable attenuators.

The optics of the mBBS-C1 series consist of an erbium-based gain block with supporting optical components specifically designed to achieve maximum output power at the bulkhead-mounted optical connector while minimizing input/output isolation. An intuitive graphic user interface (GUI) is optimized for use in either a laboratory or a manufacturing environment. Efficient transition between summary and detailed views allow users to operate at a system level or access the full power of a module.

Key Features:

>100 mW Depolarized Output Power Over the Extended C-Band and L-Band
Power Flatness < 1.8 dB
Ultra-high Power Stability
LXI-compliant Interfaces and IVI Drivers

Applications: Spectral Tests and Measurements of Optical Components (Couplers, WDMs, Isolators, etc); OSNR Noise Loading for Receiver and Systems Compliance Tests; Power Loading for Optical Amplifier Testing; Ultra-stable Source for Optical Calibration Systems; Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) Measurements