Multi-Mode MEMS 1x4 Optical Switch

DiCon’s Multi-Mode (MM) MEMS 1x4 is based on a micro-electro- mechanical system (MEMS) chip. The MEMS chip consists of an electrically moveable mirror on a silicon support. A voltage applied to the MEMS chip causes the mirror to rotate, which changes the coupling of light between a common fiber and four input/output fibers. The MM MEMS 1x4 Optical Switch is a non-latching device, which acts as a shutter when electrical power is removed.

Applications:

The MM MEMS 1x4 Optical Switch is used in fiber sensing and monitoring, secure communications, and bio-medical and scientific research. Excellent reli- ability, repeatability and temperature performance makes the MM MEMS 1x4 switch ideal for temperature and environmental sensing equipment.

Electrical

Optical Specifications ¹

Features:

• Small optical switch package
• Based on DiCon’s proven MEMS platform
• TTL parallel or SMBus/I²C serial control interface
• Available in both 50μm and 62.5μm core MM fiber

Housing Dimensions

Ordering Information

SCD 0141 Rev A