Polatis Optical Matrix Switches

The Polatis^® range of optical matrix switches are high-performance, fully non-blocking all-optical matrix switches, available with port counts from 4x4 up to 192x192. Based on Polatis' patented DirectLight® optical switching technology that has been proven in the most challenging defense applications and field proven in a wide range of commercial applications by major network equipment manufacturers, they are designed to meet the highest performance, security and reliability needs of mission-critical applications with low optical loss, compact size, low power requirements and fast switching speeds.

The product range includes:

• Optical Switch Tray (OST) available in single-mode versions from 8x8 up to 48x48, with internal optical power monitors and variable optical attenuation available as options.
• Optical Switch Tray (OST) in multimode versions at 8x8 and 16x16,

Highlights

• Non-blocking from 8x8 to 48x48 ports (single mode) – larger sizes available on request
• Polatis' patented DirectLightTM Beam-Steering technology
• Optional fully integrated power monitors, variable optical attenuation and optical taps
• Advanced dynamic web GUI and network management tools reduce costs and improve management

Key Features

• Low insertion loss
• Low polarisation dependent loss
• Fast switching speed
• Excellent repeatability
• Wide optical power range
• Operates with dark or lit fiber
• Fully non-blocking
• Bi-directional operation
• Protocol and bit rate independent
• Very low power consumption
• Easy to integrate with test automation suites