The hardened multiplexer has been specially designed to meet the constraints of the space environment (vibrations and mechanical shocks).
WDMTechnology
Manufacture of wavelength multiplexers for space applications
SEDI-ATI’s multimode multiplexers are manufactured using a patented process based on the deposition of a dichroic filter directly on the optical fiber. The hardened multiplexer has been specially designed to meet the constraints of the space environment (vibrations and mechanical shocks).
KeyFeatures
- Fiber type: Graded-index GI 50/125 µm, or GI 62.5/125 µm, or SI low-OH Launch fiber 105/125 µm,
- Bespoke dichroïc filter,
- Bi-directional,
- Handling power: 40 W, 10 ms @940 nm with LCH105,
- Compatible with any connector type or any optical contact,
- Compact,
- Robust, reliable and lightweight,
- Vibrations and shocks resistant,
- Low outgassing.
SEDI-ATI’s multimode wavelength division multiplexers are manufactured using a proprietary process based on a dichroïc filter directly deposited onto the optical fiber.
This unique manufacturing method ensures a robust construction allowing a bi-directionnal or dual transmission on a single multimode fiber.
This spatial version is specially designed to handle the constraints of this extreme environment, such as vibrations and shocks. The multiplexer is also smaller than the others of the range, due to space restrictions. The CP-MXS series is made with either GI 50 μm or GI 62.5 μm fibers and is optimized for 850 nm and 1300 nm.
We also propose a step-index low-OH launch fiber 105/125 μm dedicated to opto-pyrotechnics applications with specific wavelengths.
The dichroïc filter can be customized upon request for a variety of applications.
Our multimode WDM spatial version can be terminated with any connector type or optical contact, depending on the environment and the constraints.
The multimode WDM spatial version only exists in a purple metallic ruggedized package.
Case studies
Optical fibers are used to verify the integrity of the opto-pyrolines in launchers and satellites
SEDI-ATI offers spatialized multimode wavelength division multiplexers to control the integrity of the opto-pyrolines used in launchers and satellites.