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Description

The C Band ASE Broadband Light Source stands out with its advanced erbium-doped optical fiber spectral flatness technology, ensuring a consistent and high-quality output. With a focus on optimal performance, this light source boasts a high output power, making it particularly effective for a wide range of applications within the optical fiber sensing domain.

Designed to operate across the C-band spectrum, it covers wavelengths efficiently, enhancing its versatility for various use cases. The C-band wavelength range is crucial for compatibility with optical communication systems, ensuring seamless integration into diverse setups.

One of its key strengths lies in its applicability to optical fiber sensing, where precision and reliability are paramount. Whether deployed for environmental monitoring, structural health assessment, or other sensing applications, this broadband light source delivers the spectral characteristics required for accurate and efficient measurements.

Beyond its technical capabilities, the C Band ASE Broadband Light Source offers practical features to simplify monitoring and control. Equipped with a communication interface, it facilitates seamless connectivity with a host computer. The inclusion of dedicated software enhances user experience by providing comprehensive tools for monitoring and managing the light source's operational state.

In summary, the C Band ASE Broadband Light Source is a cutting-edge solution that combines spectral flatness technology, high output power, and C-band coverage, catering to the demands of optical fiber sensing applications. Its user-friendly interface and software support make it a reliable choice for professionals seeking precision and efficiency in their sensing setups.

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Specifications

Bandwidth: 35 nm
Center Wavelength: 1545.5 nm
Output Power: 100 mW
Polarization: Linear
Wavelength Range: 1528~1563 nm
Output Power: 10/20/50/100 mW
Power Adjustment Range: 10%~100% (optional)
Spectral Flatness: 1.5 dB (Typ), 2 dB (Max)
Output Isolation: >35 dB
Short-term Stability (15 Min): ≤ ±0.02 dB
Long-Term Stability (8 Hours): ≤ ±0.05 dB
Degree Of Polarization (DOP): ≤ 0.2 dB
Fiber Type: SMF-28
Optical Connector: FC/APC
Control Mode (Desktop): Button
Control Mode (Module): RS232
Communication Interface: DB9 Female (optional)
Power Supply (Desktop): 100~240V AC, <30W
Power Supply (Module): 5V DC, <15W
Dimensions (Desktop): 260(W)×280(D)×120(H) mm
Dimensions (Module): 125(W)×150(D)×20(H) mm
Operation Temperature Range: -5~+55°C
Operation Humidity Range: 0~70%

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Features

  • Wide C-Band Wavelength Coverage: 1528–1563 nm, ideal for a broad range of fiber optic applications.
  • High Output Power Options: Available in 10, 20, 50, or 100 mW configurations to suit diverse requirements.
  • Excellent Spectral Flatness: Typical flatness of 1.5 dB (max 2 dB) ensures uniform output across the C-band.
  • Superior Power Stability: Short-term stability ≤ ±0.02 dB (15 minutes) and long-term stability ≤ ±0.05 dB (8 hours) for reliable performance.
  • Low Degree of Polarization (DOP): ≤ 0.2 dB, minimizing polarization effects for sensitive applications.
  • High Output Isolation: Greater than 35 dB for enhanced signal integrity and system protection.
  • Adjustable Output Power (Optional): Power adjustment range from 10% to 100% for flexible operation.
  • Multiple Package Types: Available as a compact module or desktop unit to fit various integration needs.
  • Remote Monitoring & Control: Supports RS232 communication and optional DB9 interface for easy system integration and remote operation.
  • User-Friendly Operation: Desktop version features button control; module version supports remote control via RS232.
  • Standard Fiber & Connector: Uses SMF-28 fiber and FC/APC connector for compatibility with industry standards.
  • Wide Operating Temperature & Humidity Range: Operates from -5°C to +55°C and 0–70% humidity for robust field performance.
  • Low Power Consumption: Desktop: <30W (100–240V AC); Module: <15W (5V DC) for energy-efficient operation.
  • Compact Dimensions: Desktop: 260×280×120 mm; Module: 125×150×20 mm for easy integration into various setups.
  • Ideal for Multiple Applications: Perfect for fiber sensing, medical imaging, and passive optical component testing.

Applications

  • Fiber Optic Sensing
    Ideal for distributed and point fiber optic sensor systems, including temperature, strain, and acoustic sensing in structural health monitoring, oil & gas pipelines, and smart grid applications.
  • Medical Imaging
    Used as a stable broadband light source for Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), endoscopic imaging, and other biomedical imaging modalities requiring high spectral flatness and power stability.
  • Testing of Passive Optical Components
    Suitable for insertion loss, return loss, and spectral characterization of WDMs, AWGs, optical filters, couplers, isolators, and other passive fiber optic components.
  • Optical Communication System Development
    Provides a reliable ASE source for simulating noise in C-band optical networks, system margin testing, and component qualification.
  • Optical Fiber Characterization
    Enables accurate measurement of fiber attenuation, dispersion, and spectral response in research and manufacturing environments.
  • Metrology and Spectroscopy
    Serves as a broadband illumination source for high-precision spectroscopic analysis and calibration in scientific and industrial laboratories.
  • Photonic Device Research and Development
    Supports the development and testing of new photonic devices, such as modulators, switches, and integrated photonic circuits.
  • Remote Sensing and LIDAR
    Can be utilized in certain LIDAR and remote sensing setups where broadband, stable light sources are required.
  • Educational and Training Laboratories
    Provides a versatile and safe broadband light source for university and technical institute laboratories focused on optics and photonics education.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a C band ASE Broadband Light Source?
A C band ASE (Amplified Spontaneous Emission) Broadband Light Source is an optical device that generates a broad spectrum of light within the C-band wavelength range (1528–1563 nm) using erbium-doped fiber technology. It is commonly used in fiber optic sensing, medical imaging, and testing of passive optical components.
What are the key features of the DK Photonics C band ASE Broadband Light Source?
The DK Photonics C band ASE Broadband Light Source offers high power stability, excellent spectral flatness (≤1.5 dB typical), remote monitoring capabilities, and optional adjustable output power. It supports both desktop and module packages, with output powers of 10, 20, 50, or 100 mW.
What applications is the C band ASE Broadband Light Source suitable for?
This light source is ideal for fiber optic sensing, medical imaging, and testing of passive optical components. Its stable and flat broadband output makes it particularly useful in environments where accurate and consistent optical signals are required.
How do I control and monitor the DK Photonics C band ASE Broadband Light Source?
The desktop version is controlled via a button interface, while the module version uses RS232 communication. Both versions can be equipped with a DB9 female communication interface for remote monitoring and control, allowing integration with host computer software.
What are the available output power options and are they adjustable?
The DK Photonics C band ASE Broadband Light Source is available with output powers of 10, 20, 50, or 100 mW. An optional adjustable power feature allows users to set the output from 10% to 100% of the maximum rated power.
What type of fiber and optical connector does this light source use?
This light source uses standard SMF-28 optical fiber and is equipped with an FC/APC optical connector, ensuring compatibility with most fiber optic systems and test setups.
What are the power supply and environmental requirements for the DK Photonics C band ASE Broadband Light Source?
The desktop version operates on 100–240V AC (

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