Polatis Optical Matrix Switches
The Polatis range of optical matrix switches are high-performance, fully non-blocking all-optical matrix switches, available with port counts from 4x4 up to 192x192. Based on Polatis' patented DirectLight® optical switching technology that has been proven in the most challenging defense applications and field proven in a wide range of commercial applications by major network equipment manufacturers, they are designed to meet the highest performance, security and reliability needs of mission-critical applications with low optical loss, compact size, low power requirements and fast switching speeds.
The product range includes:
- Optical Switch Module (OSM) available in single-mode versions from 4x4 up to 32x32 and in multimode versions from 4x4 up to 16x16
- Optical Switch Tray (OST) available in single-mode versions from 4x4 up to 32x32 and in multimode versions from 4x4 up to 16x16, with optional internal power monitors and variable attenuators available.
Highlights
- Non-blocking from 4x4 to 192x192 ports
- Polatis' patented DirectLight® Beam-Steering technology
- Optional fully integrated power monitors, variable optical attenuation and optical taps
- Advanced dynamic web GUI and network management tools reduce costs and improve management
Key Features
- Low insertion loss
- Low Polarisation Dependent Loss
- Fast switching speed
- Excellent repeatability
- High power handling
- Operates with dark or lit fiber
- Fully non-blocking
- Bi-directional operation
- Protocol and bit rate independent
- Easy to integrate
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