Miniature Motorized Variable Optical Delay Line0 pages
Preliminary Specifications:
30 µm, single - pass at maximum speed
Optical Delay Accuracy
± 40 µm, single - pass at maximum speed
Optical Delay Repeatability
± 40 µm, single - pass at maximum speed
Insertion Loss
1 dB
Insertion Loss Variation
± 0.3 dB over entire range
PDL
0.15 dB
Return Loss
55 dB
Extinction Ratio
> 18 dB for PM model
Actuation Speed
50 ps/s (single pass) max.
Optical Damage Power Threshold
Storage Temperature
100 mW
2 - phase stepper motor drive signal
2 sensor connections
0 to 50
-20 to 60 ℃
Fiber Type
SMF-28 or PM Panda fiber
Dimensions
0.55” (H) × 1.4” (W) × 2” (L)
Electrical Interface
Operating Temperature
. Compact
. Low insertion loss
. High stability
. High reliability
. Low cost
Applications:
. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
. Optical Fourier spectrum analysis
. Optical interferometry
. Delay generation and measurement
. Optical time division multiplexing (OTDM)
. Fiber sensors
Tech Info:
FAQ:t
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Accessories
Notes:
Specifications in table apply for a single-pass device without connectors, measured over
1310 ± 50 nm or 1550 ± 50 nm. The output pigtail can also be replaced with a Faraday
mirror to create a double pass device with a total range of 200 ps. Some specifications will
change for this case.
Application Guide
Dimensions:
Figure 1. Mechanical dimensions
Ordering Information:
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Wavelength:
Delay Range:
13 = 1310 nm (PM)
10 = 100 ps
15 = 1550 nm (PM)
35 = 1310 & 1550 nm (SM)
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Pass:
S = single
D = double
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Connector Type:
FC/PC, FC/APC
SC/PC, SC/APC or
NC = no connectors
Others specify
SS = SMF-28
PP = PM Panda
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Optical Delay Resolution
Features:
Special Polarization
Components
Optical Delay Range
SM: 1260 - 1650 nm
PM: 1310 or 1550 nm ± 50 nm
0 to 100 ps, single - pass
Operating Wavelength
INSTRUMENTS
INSTRUMENTS
General Photonics’ motorized variable optical delay line provides low cost, precision optical
path length adjustment and delay scanning functionality. This addition to the MDL product line
is specifically designed for OEM applications that require continuous scanning capability and a
small footprint. The standard device has a delay range of 100 ps. An internal mirror can also
be installed to cause light to double pass the device, doubling the delay range. A stepper motor
and two position sensors ensure precise delay control. Low insertion loss and high reliability
make this device ideal for integration in optical coherence tomography (OCT) systems, network equipment and test instruments for
precision optical path length control or timing alignment. A mini controller board is available as an accessory.
Modules
Timing/Delay Modules
Miniature Motorized Variable Optical Delay Line – VariDelay™ II
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