Multimode
Optical Switch Tray
OST
Multimode Optical Switch Tray
The Polatis OST family of multimode optical switch trays
utilizes the DirectLight beam-steering technology, delivering
high performance in a compact, fully non-blocking,
multimode product.
The multimode OST can form the integral part of a resilient
network, for connection management in a business
continuity setting or as part of a shipboard communication
system. Since there is no regeneration, no signal monitoring
and no signal modulation is introduced, the
OST is a secure node for carrying sensitive communications.
With its low loss, very high repeatability and low crosstalk,
the multimode OST is a perfect fit for testing of Fibre Channel
and GigE interfaces as part of an automation strategy.
The OST is available in both symmetric (NxN) and
asymmetric (MxN) port configurations, provided in a
standard 19" rack mount enclosure. Users can select
either 50 micron or 62.5 micron cores.
DirectLight
®
Technology
All Polatis products are based on the patented DirectLight
beam-steering technology, setting the benchmark for reliable,
high performance switching.
Polatis also offers Fixed port and Reconfigurable single
mode OST products, as well as a range of optical switch
modules and standard backplane optical cards.
KEY FEATURES
• High signal stability
• Fast switching speed
• High power handling
• Dark fiber switching
• Fully non-blocking
• Bi-directional operation
• Protocol and bit rate independent
• Ethernet, RS232 and GPIB options
• Standard protocols: SCPI, TL1
• High repeatability
• Mode transparent
APPLICATIONS
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Automated component test
Automated manufacturing test
GigE, fibre channel module test
Secure communication networks
Shipboard communications
Enterprise networks
Business continuity services
Systems verification testing
Intelligent traffic systems
Optical sensor arrays
High performance optical switch solutions
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Fiber Count Designator
A
A
Packaging Information
62.5/125
<3.0dB
<2.5dB
8-32
8-16
17-32
LC or MU
FC, SC or ST
FC, SC or ST
Fiber Count
Connector
Tray
Dimensions
Power
Dissipation
Fiber Type (Core/Cladding)
Insertion Loss @ 1310nm
Insertion Loss @ 850nm
1
Crosstalk
Repeatability
Return Loss
Switching Time
Maximum Optical Power
2
Switch Lifetime
Operating Temp (Normal)
Operating Temp (Extended)
Storage Temp (Normal)
Storage Temp (Extended)
Qualification (Normal)
Qualification (Extended)
1
50/125
<2.5dB
<2.0dB
<-40dB
±0.05dB
>30dB
<17ms
+27dBm
10
8
cycles
19” rack mount
1 rack unit high
19” rack mount
2 rack units high
25W
Ordering Information
The part numbering scheme for Polatis products is as
follows:
+10° to +40°C, <85% RH non-condensing
- 5° to +55°C, <90% RH non-condensing
-40° to +70°C, <40% RH non-condensing
-40° to +70°C, <95% RH non-condensing
EN60950
Designed to meet Telcordia GR63
EN60950
OST -
x
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P
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All parameters are measured excluding connectors at 1310nm and 20°C with an unpolarized
source after thermal equalization unless stated.
1 Measured using a 3 patch-cord method as defined in TIA/EIA-526-14A
2 Switch will operate on dark fiber
The performance characteristics of the switch
trays vary according to the fiber count.
Fiber
Count
04
08
12
16
04
A
A
A
A
08
A
A
A
A
12
A
A
A
A
16
A
A
A
A
Fibers
4-16 Input
Fibers
4-16 Output
Connector
L = LC
F = FC
C = SC
T = ST
Polish
P = PC
Fiber
8 = Multimode 50/125µm graded index 0.20NA
9 = Multimode 62.5/125µm graded index 0.28NA
Interface
E = Ethernet & RS232
M = Ethernet (Multisession) & RS232
G = GPIB, Ethernet & RS232
Protocol
S = SCPI
T = TL1
Power
B = Battery (48V)
Mains connector type
A = North America/Japan
E = Continental Europe
U = UK
C = China/Australia
Environmental
N = Normal
E = Extended
Customization
S = Standard
V = Non-standard Variant
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit our website: www.jdsu.com
E-mail us: sales@jdsu.com
Phone us:
North American Sales: 1 866 228 3762
Latin American Sales: +55 11 5503 3800
Asia Pacific Sales: +852 2892 0990
EMEA Sales: +49 7121 86 2222
PROD-407-03-0-S JULY 2006
Copyright © 2006 Polatis Inc. All rights reserved. All information in this document is
provided for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
Polatis Inc. assumes no liability for actions taken based on information contained herein.
