In-line Polarizer
1550nm Reduced Cladding In-Line Polarizer (GK-RCILP Series)
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Specifications
Parameter |
Unit |
Type A |
Center Wavelength (λc) |
nm |
1550 |
Operating Wavelength Range |
nm |
λc ± 50 |
Typ. Insertion Loss, 23 ℃ |
dB |
0.3 |
Max. Insertion Loss |
dB |
0.5 |
Typ. Extinction Ratio, 23 ℃ |
dB |
30 |
Min. Extinction Ratio, 23 ℃ |
dB |
28 |
Max. Optical Power (Continuous Wave) |
mW |
300 |
Min. Return Loss |
dB |
50 |
Fiber Type |
- |
RC SMF-28, or RC PM Panda Fiber (MFD 9.5 um) |
Operating Temperature |
℃ |
- 5 to + 70 |
Storage Temperature |
℃ |
- 40 to + 85 |
Package Dimensions
product description
The Reduced Cladding In-Line Polarizer is an optical device that plays a crucial role in the field of optics, particularly in applications where polarization control is necessary. Here's a summary of its key features and applications:
Polarization Control: It is designed to allow light of one specific polarization to pass through while blocking light of the orthogonal polarization. This means it can transform unpolarized light into polarized light.
High Extinction Ratio: The device offers a high extinction ratio, which is the ability to block unwanted polarizations effectively. This is measured by the ratio of the intensity of the transmitted polarization to the intensity of the blocked polarization.
Conversion of Unpolarized Light: It can convert unpolarized light into polarized light, which is useful in applications where polarized light is required for signal processing or transmission.
Enhancement of Signal Quality: By enhancing the extinction ratio of signals, the polarizer improves the quality of optical signals, which is essential for clear and reliable communication.
Ideal for High-Speed Communications: The polarizer is well-suited for high-speed communication systems where maintaining a high polarization extinction ratio is critical for signal integrity and minimizing crosstalk between different polarization modes.