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Gain Flattering Filters
(GFF) for Optical
Amplifiers
solla-Q GFF
The Bookham Technology solla-Q wide-band
filter family is based on thin-film interference
filter technology. Bookham Technology uses its
proprietary Advanced Energetic Deposition, AED,
process to produce gain flattening filters. The AED
process features state-of-the-art layer thickness
control enabling the desired gain profile to be
closely replicated. Custom designs can be done
for the erbium doped fiber optical amplifier bands
in C and L band. Designs for Raman-based
amplification are also available.
Design Process
Bookham Technology has developed software design tools
to synthesize custom gain profiles and test their robustness
to manufacture. When you work with Bookham Technology
on your GFF design, you will have an expert design team
on your side. In order to start the design process, please
contact the Bookham Technology Sales team.
Features
1450 to 1640nm Wavelength
Coverage
Minimized Error Functions
High Maximum to Minimum
Loss Contrast
Low Chromatic Dispersion
Excellent Temperature Stability
Compliance
Telcordia 1221 with additional
high power testing
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solla-Q GFF C-Band Measurement Example
solla-Q GFF L-Band Measurement Example
Preliminary Specifications*
Parameter
Unit
Solar-Q GFF
Wavelength Range
nm
1460-1640
Insertion Loss at minimum loss wavelength
dB
1.0
Target Gain Profile
Please send a table of loss
versus wavelength for our design team
Peak to Peak Error Function
dB
<0.25 depending upon design
Polarization Dependent Loss
dB
<0.1
Return Loss
dB
>50dB
Power Handling
mW
>300
Operating Temperature
C
-5 to 70
Storage Temperature
C
-40 to 85
Note: all parameters measured for all polarization states and environmental conditions
*Contact Bookham Technology for your specific requirements
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solla-Q GFF rev 5.03.0 August 2003
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North America
Bookham Technology Inc.
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Email: sales@bookham.com
Europe
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UK
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Email: sales@bookham.com
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Beijing
China
Tel: +86-10-6848 2508/2504
Fax: +86-10-6848 5151
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S. Korea
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Fax: +82-31-204 3506
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Tokyo
Japan
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Email: iwaki@astrainc.co.jp
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Taiwan
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Fax: +886-3-520 5697
Email: michao_1999@yahoo.com
Important Notice
Performance figures, data and any
illustrative material provided in this data
sheet are typical and must be specifically
confirmed in writing by Bookham
Technology before they become applicable
to any particular order or contract.
In accordance with Bookham Technology's
policy of continuous improvement
specifications may change without notice.
The publication of information in this data
sheet does not imply freedom from patent
or other protective rights of Bookham
Technology or others. Further details are
available from any Bookham Technology
sales representative.
Ordering Information
Sample: CBGFF 1550.116 9867
G
F
F
CB
Centre Wavelength of GFF Passband
1460-1640nm
Assigned specification
upon order confirmation
including connector,
jacket, and pigtail
information.
Package Dimensions
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