MAP mEDFA-C1 MEDFA-C11CF DWDM Booster Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier Module

Gain-flattened C-band DWDM booster EDFA module for the VIAVI MAP platform, with power and gain control and ≥ 21 dBm saturated power.

Operating Wavelength Range: 1528 nm – 1569 nm
Saturated Power: ≥ 21 dBm
Noise Figure (Pin = -4 dBm): ≤ 5.5 dB
Noise Figure (Pin = -20 dBm): ≤ 5.2 dB

Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI MEDFA-C11CF is the DWDM Booster variant of the Multiple Application Platform (MAP) Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier (mEDFA-C1) family, a third-generation amplifier design for systems-lab use and optical test and measurement applications. It is intended for full multichannel input applications and provides gain-flattened amplification across the extended C band, with power and gain control available.

The module consists of an erbium-doped fiber amplifier gain stage with supporting optical components designed to achieve maximum output power at the bulkhead-mounted optical connector while maximizing input/output isolation. Auto gain and power control options simplify power management in automated test setups.

Platform and control

The mEDFA-C1 belongs to the LightDirect module family within the MAP series, characterized by a simple control interface and single-function nature. It is compatible with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis. The MAP series complies with LAN Extensions for Instrumentation (LXI), offers Ethernet connectivity and IVI drivers for environments such as LabVIEW, Visual C++, Visual Basic and LabWindows, and module commands generally conform to SCPI. The MAP-300 GUI is accessible through common web browsers or remote VNC and allows control of the current mode set point and the pump laser state.

Key Features

DWDM multichannel input with gain-flattened extended C-band amplification
Power and gain control
Input and output power monitoring
Saturated output power ≥ 21 dBm (-4 dBm input)
Spectral gain flatness ≤ 2.0 dB
FC/APC connectors
Control from the front panel or over the remote interface
SCPI-conformant commands and LXI-compliant MAP platform
Compatible with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis

Specifications

DWDM Multichannel Input Optical Specifications

Operating Wavelength Range	1528 nm – 1569 nm All optical measurements done after minimum 30 minutes warming up, measured at constant temperature of 23±3°C
Saturated Power	≥ 21 dBm -4 dBm input; measured at wavelength of 1550nm
Noise Figure (Pin = -4 dBm)	≤ 5.5 dB Measured at wavelength of 1550nm
Noise Figure (Pin = -20 dBm)	≤ 5.2 dB Measured at wavelength of 1550nm
Gain (Pin = -4 dBm)	≥ 25 dB Measured with input power of -4dBm for the wavelength range of 1528nm –1563nm
Gain (Pin = -20 dBm)	≥ 35 dB Footnote as printed: measured with input power of -4dBm for the wavelength range of 1528nm –1563nm
Input Output Power Monitor	Yes
Spectral Gain Flatness	≤ 2.0 dB Measured with input power of -4dBm for the wavelength range of 1528nm –1563nm
PDL/PDG	≤ 0.2 dB Measured at wavelength of 1550nm, -4dBm input power
Laser Safety Class	1M Classified as per standard IEC60825-1:2014 with the maximum input power +4dBm

Configuration

Amplifiers per Module	1
Input Type	DWDM
Band	C
Gain and Power Control	Yes
Saturated Output Power	Standard

Common Specifications

Connector Type	FC/APC
Operating Temperature	0 - 40°C
Operating Humidity	Maximum 95% RH, 0 to 40°C noncondensing
Storage Temperature	-30 to 60°C
Dimensions (W x H x D)	4.06 cm x 13.26 cm x 37.03 cm
Weight	2.3 kg

Compliance

Compliance	CE, CSA/UL/IEC61010-1, LXI Class C When installed in a MAP chassis
Laser Product Regulation	Complies with 21 CFR 1040.1 except deviations per Laser Notice No. 50, July 2001 When installed in a MAP chassis

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

Amplification of sensitive signals in automated test systems
Power saturation recovery testing
OSNR noise loading
Amplifier emulation
Network compliance tests
DWDM multichannel signal amplification

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
MEDFA-C11CF-M100-MFA	mEDFA-C11CF DWDM Booster module — Standard power, Extended C-band amplifier DWDM Gain Flattened Auto power and monitoring option with FC/APC connectors
AC500	FC/PC-FC/PC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
AC501	FC/PC-SC/PC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
AC502	FC/APC-FC/APC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
AC503	FC/APC-SC/APC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
CleanBlast	CleanBlast fiber end-face cleaning system — Optional inspection and cleaning tool for removing dirt and debris from connectors; available in a benchtop and portable version.
FiberChek	FiberChek probe microscope — Optional one-button, fully autonomous handheld fiber inspection probe.
P5000i	P5000i fiber microscope — Optional automated fiber inspection and analysis probe with PASS/FAIL capability for PCs, laptops, mobile devices and VIAVI test solutions.