Description

The A371-Type Uncooled Isolated Laser Module consists of a laser diode coupled to a single-mode fiber pigtail. The device is available in a standard, 8-pin configuration (see Figure 1 and/or Table 1) and is ideal for CATV applications.

Features

■ Eight-pin package suitable for CATV applications

■ Narrow linewidth, distributed-feedback, multiquantum-well (DFB-MQW)1.3 µm laser with single-mode fiber pigtail

■ Wide operating temperature range: –40 °C to +85 °C

■ Frequency range up to 1.0 GHz

■ No thermoelectric cooler required

■ Single- and double-isolated versions available

■ High output power: typically 2.0 mW peak power coupled into single-mode fiber

■ Hermetically sealed active components

■ Internal back-facet monitor

■ Qualification program: Bellcore TA-983

Applications

■ Video and data applications

■ Downstream telephony and data

■ Return path systems

■ Mixed analog and digital modulation

■ Telecommunications

Benefits

■ Easily board mounted

■ Requires no lead bending

■ No additional heat sinks required

■ Pin compatible with industry-standard, 14-pin laser module

■ Highly efficient DFB-MQW laser structure allows for lower threshold and drive currents, and reduced power consumption

■ High output power allows for longer system spans, more fiber splits, and greater tolerance of fiber and connector quality

■ Internal isolator minimizes spurious noise