48 Channel DWDM Mux Demux
48 Channel DWDM Mux Demux 100GHz AAWG Gaussian, C17-C64 with Monitor and 1310nm Wide Band Port, LC UPC, Dual Fiber, 1U Rack Mount, Arkoptics
Description
100GHz 48 Channel DWDM Mux Demux Dual Fiber with Monitor and 1310nm Port, AAWG Gaussian or Flat-Top
The 100GHz dual fiber 48 channel DWDM Mux Demux in a 1U rack from Arkoptics features low insertion loss. Two devices can realize dual-fiber transmission of 48 independent channels’ services. It greatly enhances the transmission quality, increase carrying capacity and extends the transmission distance of DWDM systems, ideal for metropolitan area networks, regional networks, and DWDM networks, helping to conserve fiber optic resources.
It provides Monitor optical monitoring port for real-time channel quality monitoring. 1310nm wide band port can support 1G LX/SX, 10G LR, 40G ER4/LR4, 100G LR/ER4/LR4/ZR4 for existing Legacy Traffic. In conjunction with OTU/OLP/EDFA/DCF equipments, etc., this Mux Demux supports a wide range of architectures from simple point-to-point to amplified ring configurations. It is Telcordia GR-1209-CORE and CR-1221-CORE compliant and also RoHS6 compliant.
Specifications
| DWDM Multiplexer |  96CH DWDM |  64CH DWDM |  48CH DWDM |  40CH DWDM |  32CH DWDM |  16CH DWDM |
| Channel | 96CH+MON+1310W | 64CH+MON | 48CH+MON+1310W | 40CH+MON+1310W | 32CH+MON | 16CH+MON+1310W+UPG |
| Technology Type | AAWG (Flat Top) | AAWG (Flat Top) | AAWG (Gaussian) | AAWG (Gaussian) | AAWG (Flat Top) | TFF |
| Channel Spacing | 50GHz (0.4nm) | 75GHz (0.6nm) | 100GHz (0.8nm) | 100GHz (0.8nm) | 50GHz (0.4nm) | 100GHz (0.8nm) |
| Wavelength | C14/H14~C61/H61 | 1528.871~1566.621nm | C17~C64 | C21/C20~C59/C60 | 1529.553~1566.723nm | ITU-T Grid |
| Wavelength Accuracy | ± 0.05nm | ± 0.05nm | ± 0.05nm | ± 0.05nm | ± 0.05nm | ± 0.125nm |
| Passband Ripple | ≤ 0.75dB | ≤ 0.5dB | ≤ 1.5dB | ≤ 1.5dB | ≤ 0.5dB | ≤ 0.5dB |
| Link Loss per Channel (incl. Connector) | ≤ 14dB | ≤ 13dB | ≤ 7.0dB | ≤ 7.0dB | ≤ 12dB | ≤ 4.5dB |
| Insertion Loss per Channel (incl. Connector) | ≤ 7.0dB | ≤ 6.5dB | ≤ 3.5dB | ≤ 3.5dB | ≤ 6.0dB | ≤ 3.0dB |
| Insertion Loss Monitor Port (incl. Connector) | ≤ 24dB | ≤ 24dB | ≤ 24dB | ≤ 24dB | ≤ 24dB | ≤ 24dB |
| Insertion Loss 1310nm Port (incl. Connector) | ≤ 1.0dB | N/A | ≤ 1.0dB | ≤ 1.0dB | N/A | ≤ 1.0dB |
| Insertion Loss UPG Port (incl. Connector) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ≤ 3.0dB |
| 1dB Bandwidth | ≥ 0.18nm | ≥ 0.3nm | ≥ 0.2nm | ≥ 0.2nm | ≥ 0.2nm | |
| 3dB Bandwidth | ≥ 0.28nm | ≥ 0.55nm | ≥ 0.4nm | ≥ 0.4nm | ≥ 0.4nm | |
| Channel Isolation | Adjacent ≥ 25dB Non-adjacent ≥ 30dB | Adjacent ≥ 8dB Non-adjacent ≥ 30dB | Adjacent ≥ 25dB Non-adjacent ≥ 30dB | Adjacent ≥ 25dB Non-adjacent ≥ 30dB | Adjacent ≥ 10dB Non-adjacent ≥ 22dB | Adjacent ≥ 30dB Non-adjacent ≥ 45dB |
| Directivity | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 50dB |
| Return Loss | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 40dB | ≥ 45dB |
| Polarization Dependent Loss | ≤ 0.5dB | ≤ 0.7dB | ≤ 0.7dB | ≤ 0.5dB | ≤ 0.7dB | ≤ 0.2dB |
| Polarization Mode Dispersion | ≤ 0.5ps | ≤ 1.0ps | ≤ 0.5ps | ≤ 0.5ps | ≤ 1.0ps | ≤ 0.2ps |
| Power Handling | ≤ 300mW | ≤ 300mW | ≤ 300mW | ≤ 300mW | ≤ 300mW | ≤ 500mW |
| Connector Type | LC UPC or Other Conn. | LC UPC or Other Conn. | LC UPC or Other Conn. | LC UPC or Other Conn. | LC UPC or Other Conn. | LC UPC or Other Conn. |
| Operating Temperature | -5°C to +70°C | -5°C to +70°C | -5°C to +70°C | -5°C to +70°C | -5°C to +70°C or -40°C to +85°C | -5°C to +70°C or -40°C to +85°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C |
| Dimension | 2RU 19” Rack Mount | 1RU 19” Rack Mount | 1RU 19” Rack Mount | 1RU 19” Rack Mount | 1RU 19” Rack Mount | 1RU 19” Rack Mount |
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Frequently Asked Question
1. What is a 48 Channel DWDM Mux Demux used for?
A 48 Channel DWDM Mux Demux is designed for ultra-high-capacity optical transmission, supporting up to 48 wavelengths over dual fiber. It is commonly used in backbone networks, telecom infrastructure, and long-haul deployments.
2. When should I choose a 48 channel DWDM system?
You should consider a 48 channel system when your network requires maximum scalability and long-term capacity planning. For slightly lower capacity requirements, you may consider a 40 Channel DWDM Mux Demux or a 32 Channel DWDM Mux Demux.
3. How does 48 channel compare to 40 channel DWDM?
A 48 channel system provides higher wavelength capacity and better scalability compared to 40 channel systems. If your current requirement is slightly lower, a 40 Channel DWDM Mux Demux can be a more cost-effective option.
4. Can I upgrade from 32 or 40 channel to 48 channel?
Upgrading typically requires replacing the Mux Demux unit, as channel plans differ.
If you are planning gradual expansion, you can start with a 32 Channel DWDM Mux Demux and scale later.
5. Is 48 channel DWDM suitable for enterprise networks?
In most cases, enterprise networks do not require such high capacity. A 16 Channel DWDM Mux Demux or 32 Channel DWDM Mux Demux is usually more appropriate.
6. What is a DWDM Dual Fiber Mux Demux?
A DWDM Dual Fiber Mux Demux is a passive optical device used in Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) networks to combine (mux) and separate (demux) multiple wavelengths over two fibers—one for transmit and one for receive. It enables high-capacity data transmission over long distances and is widely used in telecom and data center networks.
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7. What is the difference between CWDM and DWDM technology?
The main difference lies in wavelength spacing:
- CWDM Dual Fiber uses wider spacing (20 nm), making it more affordable
- DWDM Dual Fiber uses narrow spacing, allowing more channels and higher capacity
For high-density networks, DWDM Mux Demux solutions are preferred.
