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MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching

MEMP The MEMS 1×4 Latching Type Series Fiber Optic Switch connects optical channels by redirecting incoming optical signals into selected output fibers. This is achieved using a patent pending MEMS™ configuration and activated via an electrical control signal. It uniquely features rugged thermal activated micro-mirror movement instead of rotation. This novel design significantly reduces packaging requirement and simplifies driving electronics, offering unprecedented high stability as well as an unmatched low cost.

MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching

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Type: 1x3 · Wavelength: 1260~1620 · Switch: Latching · Package: Standard · Fiber Type: SMF-28 · Fiber Cover: 900um tube · Fiber Length: 0.25m · Connector: None

Application context

Why this design is used

Application guidance is tied to the configured wavelength, fiber interface and optical-budget fields for this family.

Optical signal routing

MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching: Optical signal routing depends on preserving the optical budget through the complete path. The 1260~1620, 1060, C+L, 1310, 1550, 780, 850, 1310/1550, Special wavelength specification sets source and detector compatibility. The fiber/interface entry (SMF-28, PM1550, PM1310) must match the connected components.

Automated fiber test

MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching: Automated fiber test depends on preserving the optical budget through the complete path. The 1260~1620, 1060, C+L, 1310, 1550, 780, 850, 1310/1550, Special wavelength specification sets source and detector compatibility. The fiber/interface entry (SMF-28, PM1550, PM1310) must match the connected components. The Latching dynamic specification sets the usable control bandwidth.

System integration

Integration and compatibility

Use these checks to connect MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching to the surrounding optical, mechanical and control system. Every value shown is taken from this model's own specification record.

Optical interface and fiber
Fiber Type: SMF-28, PM1550, PM1310 · Fiber Cover: 900um tube
Specify connector polish and fiber architecture together. FC/PC, FC/APC and SMA interfaces, and single-mode, multimode and polarization-maintaining fibers, impose different return-loss, mode-field and alignment requirements.
Wavelength and loss budget
Wavelength: 1260~1620, 1060, C+L, 1310, 1550, 780, 850, 1310/1550, Special
Check the Optical Switches passband, insertion loss, return loss and power handling at the actual source wavelength; a nominal telecom-band label is not a substitute for the configured range.

Technical FAQ

Integration questions for MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching

Which fiber and connector does the MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching use?

Fiber Type: SMF-28, PM1550, PM1310 · Fiber Cover: 900um tube. Specify connector polish and fiber architecture together. FC/PC, FC/APC and SMA interfaces, and single-mode, multimode and polarization-maintaining fibers, impose different return-loss, mode-field and alignment requirements.

How should the MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching be included in an optical power budget?

Wavelength: 1260~1620, 1060, C+L, 1310, 1550, 780, 850, 1310/1550, Special. Check the Optical Switches passband, insertion loss, return loss and power handling at the actual source wavelength; a nominal telecom-band label is not a substitute for the configured range.

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Model selection

Nearby series comparison

Compare MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching with the closest available models in the Optical Switches family. Confirm option-dependent values on the final configuration before ordering.

Selection parameterMEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch - Latching (current)MEMS 1x4 Fiber Optic Switch >70dB CrosstalkMEMS 1x4 Fiber Optical Switch/VOA
Wavelength range1260~1620, 1060, C+L, 1310, 1550, 780, 850, 1310/1550, SpecialConfirm for this model1260~1620, 1060, C+L, 1310, 1550, 780, 850, 1310/1550, 850~1310
Optical performanceConfirm for this modelConfirm for this modelConfirm for this model
Fiber typeSMF-28, PM1550, PM1310Confirm for this modelSMF-28, MM50/125, MM62.5/125, Panda 400, Panda 250
Connector / controlNone, FC/APC, SpecialConfirm for this modelNone, FC/PC, FC/APC, SC/PC, SC/APC, ST/PC, LC, Duplex LC