Optical Transceivers

Pluggable Micro-Optical Hybrid Transceiver for high-speed, reliable data transfer in harsh environments

Spectrum Control's OptoXtreme™ 16010 multi-mode wavelength optical transceivers are designed for high-speed, mission-critical digital data transfer in extreme environments. They feature an innovative pluggable optical connector interface, BGA solder ball base layer contacts, for PCB mounting, and a hermetic enclosure. The optical transceiver operates over a wide data rate range & extended temperature. The rugged build delivers a high level of reliability in harsh environment and critical digital datacom applications.

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30%

higher operating temperature than other optical solutions (up to 125 C)

100%

hermetic sealing to operate reliably
in hostile environments

80%

lower minimum speed for easy integration with legacy systems

 

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Key specifications

  • Multi-mode optical wavelength (850 nm)
     
  • Quad transmit (TX) and receive (RX) @ 20 Mbps to 10 Gbps per channel
     
  • BGA solder ball contacts or LGA with interposer
     
  • MT-12 ferrule proprietary retaining mechanism
     
  • Wide operating temperature range, with functionality at -50°C to +125°C
     
  • MIL-Standard qualified & ITAR-free solution
     
  • 24.5 x 15.5 mm footprint package

The OptoXtreme™  Advantage

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Pluggable, MT-12 ferrule retaining mechanism

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HTCC-based package with BGA. Maximum thermal properties with mechanically secure soldering

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30% higher operating temperature
than alternatives

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100% hermetically sealed for reliable operation in extreme environments

 

Applications

Defense Avionics Systems

Network speeds of 100 Gbps and higher are a requirement in modern systems. OptoXtreme transceivers deliver higher signal integrity and consume less power compared to copper alternatives at these higher digital data rates.

Reconnaissance Video Surveillance 

OptoXtreme transceivers meet the requirements of emerging designs in which high-speed, high-definition (HD) images are used for take-off and landing.

Radar Systems

Instant access to accurate and complete mission-critical radar data is essential for accurate situational awareness and effective responses. With OptoXtreme transceivers, the risk that mission-critical radar data will be slow, unreliable, or incomplete is significantly minimized. 

Missile-detection and Counter-measure Systems

Infrared (IR) technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) are used in modern systems to quickly and accurately detect the IR signature of missiles and notify pilots so they can initiate or approve the appropriate response. The high digital data transfer speed and signal integrity of optical vs. copper, such as with OptoXtreme transceivers, is essential to mission success in these applications.

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