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China Mini EDFA & VOA Suppliers - Compact C Band Amplifier with Low Noise and Ultra-Low Power Consumption Factory
Product Description
The mini EDFA+VOA product from wseelaser combines the signal amplification capability of a miniaturized EDFA with the optical power adjustment function of a VOA (Variable Optical Attenuator), offering advantages like small size, high functional integration, and excellent performance:
High Integration & Small Size
The mini EDFA itself is highly integrated (size as small as 80*52*15mm). Integrating the VOA function maintains a compact structure, saving space, suitable for scenarios with strict volume requirements.
Good Signal Amplification Performance
Supports amplification of single-wavelength and narrowband signals across the full C-band. Provides effective gain with output power up to 20dBm or higher. Meets the need for power amplification of high-speed optical modules in transmission systems, ensuring signal strength after long-distance transmission and reducing signal attenuation.
Flexible Optical Power Adjustment
The VOA allows precise adjustment of optical signal power. Users can flexibly adjust power based on needs, optimizing power distribution within the optical path, preventing damage to optical components from excessive input power, and simulating different signal strength scenarios for testing and debugging optical communication systems.
Low Noise Figure
Inherits the low noise characteristic of the mini EDFA, with NF ≤ 5.5dB. Reduces noise introduced during amplification, ensuring signal quality and improving system Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR). Crucial for long-haul, high-precision optical communication and sensing systems.
Low Power Consumption
Features low-power design with low energy consumption. Helps reduce operating costs and heat generation, benefiting long-term operational stability and aligning with green energy trends.
High Stability & Reliability
Equipped with high-precision Automatic Temperature Control (ATC), Automatic Power Control (APC), Automatic Current Control (ACC), and Automatic Gain Control (AGC) circuits. Effectively controls pump output, ensuring stable operation across different ambient temperatures, reducing the impact of temperature variations on performance, and extending device lifespan.
Convenient Management
Provides communication interfaces (e.g., LVTTL, RS-232) and PC software for remote status monitoring, enabling automated control and data acquisition. Allows real-time viewing of amplification and attenuation status, facilitating management and troubleshooting for operators, improving work efficiency.
Product Applications
Data communication
CATV or SDH system
Product Parameters
| Parameters | Min | Typ | Max | Unit | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working Wavelength | 1528 | 1550.12 | 1565 | nm | ||||
| Input Power | -15 | 0 | +5 | dBm | ||||
| Output Power | 10 | - | 22 | dBm | ||||
| Noise Finger | - | - | 5.5 | dB | ||||
| VOA Input Power | 0 | 0 | 15 | dB | ||||
| Working Temperature | -25 | - | +55 | °C | ||||
| Storage Temperature | -40 | - | 85 | °C | ||||
| Relative Humidity (non-condensation) | 5 | - | 85 | % | ||||
| Product Size | 80*52*15 | mm | ||||||
| Power Consumption | 10 | W | ||||||
| Supply Voltage | - | 5 | - | V | ||||
| Communication Level | LVTTL | |||||||
Test Data Curve
Product Size
Product Ordering Guide
- Customized Model: EDFA-S-C-80*52*15-20/xx-0.9-LC/UPC-1-white pine casing
- Mini EDFA: Mini optical fiber amplifier
- S: Single wavelength
- C： C wave band
- 80*52*15: external dimensions
- 20/xx: 20= saturated output power 20dBm
- 0.9: Input/output fiber type SMF-28e,900um
- LC/UPC: Type of fiber optic connector
- 1: Input and output fiber length 1m
- White loose tube: fiber optic tail fiber tube type
Frequently Asked Questions
Q
What are the key benefits of integrating a VOA with a mini EDFA?
Integrating the VOA (Variable Optical Attenuator) allows for precise, flexible control of the output optical power. This helps optimize power distribution, prevents damage to components from high input levels, and saves physical space by maintaining a highly compact form factor (80*52*15mm).
Q
What is the working wavelength range for this mini EDFA+VOA?
It supports amplification of single-wavelength and narrowband signals across the full C-band, with a working wavelength range of 1528nm to 1565nm (typical wavelength is 1550.12nm).
Q
How does the low noise figure benefit transmission systems?
With a low noise figure (NF ≤ 5.5dB), the device minimizes signal degradation during amplification. This is essential for maintaining a high Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) in long-haul, high-precision optical communication and sensing networks.
Q
What remote monitoring and control interfaces are provided?
The device provides communication interfaces such as LVTTL and RS-232, along with dedicated PC software. This enables operators to remotely monitor status parameters, view amplification/attenuation in real-time, and automate system controls.
Q
How is the thermal stability of the device managed?
It features high-precision Automatic Temperature Control (ATC), alongside Automatic Power Control (APC), Automatic Current Control (ACC), and Automatic Gain Control (AGC) circuits. These ensure stable operation across ambient temperatures ranging from -25°C to +55°C.