VIAVI MAP mSRC-C2 MSRC-C23000DF-M100-MFA 1310 nm DFB Light Source Module

Single-output 1310 nm TEC-stabilized DFB laser source module for the VIAVI MAP platform, with single-mode fiber and FC/APC connector.

Peak Wavelength: 1310 nm
Spectral Width (FWHM): <0.03 nm
Output Optical Power: ≥ 6 dBm
Optical Power Stability (15 minutes): ±0.005 dB

Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI MSRC-C23000DF-M100-MFA is a single-output 1310 nm Distributed Feedback (DFB) TEC laser source with single-mode fiber and FC/APC connectors. It belongs to the Multiple Application Platform (MAP) General Purpose Light Source (mSRC-C2) family of stabilized, fiber-coupled, fixed-wavelength emitters.

A DFB laser is similar to a Fabry-Perot cavity but has a grating above the active layer, which defines the output wavelength precisely and narrows the output compared with a standard Fabry-Perot laser. DFB lasers have a narrow linewidth, good side-band suppression and are inherently mode-hop free. They are typically used where wavelength and power stability matter. The 1310 nm source serves as a general O-band source, and VIAVI lists R&D tests in silicon-photonic applications among its uses.

The module can run in constant current or constant power mode and has a power tuning range of at least 10 dB. Internal optical isolators remove stability effects caused by back reflection from dirty or open connectors.

Platform

The mSRC is part of the LightDirect module family for the VIAVI MAP, a modular rack-mountable or benchtop optical test platform whose chassis hold 2, 3 or 8 application modules. The platform is LXI compliant and comes with SCPI-based automation drivers and PC-based management tools. The mSRC-C2 is compatible with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis, and its graphical user interface offers both summary and detailed module views.

Key Features

1310 nm DFB TEC laser with single output
Single-mode fiber with FC/APC connector
Spectral width (FWHM) <0.03 nm
Output optical power ≥ 6 dBm
Optical power stability of ±0.025 dB over 3 hours
Optical isolators eliminate stability effects caused by back reflection from dirty or open connectors
Constant current or constant power control mode
Optical power tuning range ≥ 10 dB
Modulation from 0.15 to 2 kHz with 1 Hz setting resolution
Compatible with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis
LXI compliant with SCPI-based automation drivers

Specifications

Optical Parameters

Peak Wavelength	1310 nm Center wavelength defined as per IEC 61280-1-3 2010 clause 8.2; all optical measurements after minimum 30 minutes warm-up
Spectral Width (FWHM)	<0.03 nm
Output Optical Power	≥ 6 dBm
Optical Power Stability (15 minutes)	±0.005 dB Measured at constant temperature of 23±5°C, at full power
Optical Power Stability (3 hours)	±0.025 dB Measured at constant temperature of 23±5°C, at full power
TEC Stabilized	Yes
Wavelength Tolerance	±3 nm
Optical Power Tuning Range	≥ 10 dB From maximum power down
Power Control Mode	Constant Current or Constant Power
Modulation	0.15 to 2 kHz Modulation duty cycle is fixed at 50%. Modulation depth is fixed at 100%
Modulation Setting Resolution	1 Hz
Modulation Accuracy	±0.5 Hz
Fiber Type	Singlemode Fiber For IEC 60793-2-50 Type B1.3/ ISO 11801 OS2 compliant fiber, i.e. Corning SMF-28e
Connector Type	FC/APC
Output Configuration	Single Output 1310 nm DFB TEC laser SMF FC/APC Connectors

General Specifications

Operating Temperature	10 to 40°C (50 to 104°F)
Storage Temperature	-30 to 60°C (-22 to 140°F)
Operating Humidity	Maximum 85% Relative Humidity, non-condensing from 10 to 40°C/50 to 104°F
Dimensions (W x H x D)	4.06 x 13.26 x 37.03 cm (1.6 x 5.22 x 14.58 in)
Weight	1.3 kg (2.86 lb)

Compliance

Safety and Standards	Complies to CE, CSA/ UL/IEC61010-1, LXI Class C requirements, meets the requirements of Class 1M in standard IEC 60825-1 (2014), and complies with 21 CFR 1040.1 except deviations per Laser Notice No. 50 When installed in a MAP chassis

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

Applications

Generalized O-band source
R&D tests in silicon-photonic applications
Loss and power meter calibration
Enabling 400GE manufacturing test
Spectroscopy, metrology and atomic physics
Insertion loss testing
General purpose interferometry applications

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
CleanBlastPRO	Inspection and cleaning tool — VIAVI CleanBlastPRO fiber end-face cleaning system for removing dirt and debris from connectors (optional accessory)
FiberChek	FiberChek probe microscope — One-button handheld fiber inspection probe (optional accessory)
P5000i	P5000i fiber microscope — Automated fiber inspection and analysis probe with PASS/FAIL capability for PCs, laptops, mobile devices and VIAVI test solutions (optional accessory)