EXFO Optical Switch IQ-9100-1-12-B-70

The EXFO Optical Switch IQ-9100-1-12-B-70 is a 1×12 MEMS optical switch engineered for automated fiber optic signal routing in laboratory and production test environments. This modular unit routes a single input across 12 independent output ports, supporting both singlemode and multimode fiber with typical insertion loss of 0.5 dB (singlemode) and 0.7 dB (multimode). Operating across the 1290 nm to 1650 nm wavelength range, the switch delivers switching times of 30 ms per channel plus 425 ms debouncing, with repeatability of 0.02 dB over 100 cycles. Backreflection reaches –55 dB typical with APC connectors, while crosstalk measures –60 dB typical. The unit accepts input power up to +24 dBm and is rated for a minimum 1 billion switching cycles.

– Technical Specifications

• Switch Architecture: 1×12 MEMS optical switch
• Fiber Types: Singlemode (9/125 µm) and multimode
• Wavelength Range: 1290 nm to 1650 nm
• Insertion Loss (Typical): 0.5 dB singlemode; 0.7 dB multimode
• Backreflection (Typical, APC): –55 dB at 1310 nm and 1550 nm
• Crosstalk (Typical): –60 dB
• Polarization-Dependent Loss (Typical, 1550 nm): 0.09 dB
• Switching Time: 30 ms per channel + 425 ms debounce
• Repeatability: 0.02 dB (100 cycles, constant temperature)
• Maximum Input Power: +24 dBm
• Switch Life: 1×10⁹ cycles minimum
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C
• Storage Temperature: –40 °C to 70 °C
• Humidity: 80 % non-condensing at 40 °C

– Key Features

• Fully programmable with up to 100 sequential steps and 100-hour dwell time per step
• Local control via IQS Manager software; remote control via GPIB, RS-232, or Ethernet TCP/IP with SCPI commands
• LabVIEW drivers and COM/DCOM libraries available
• Compact footprint: 7.4 cm W × 12.5 cm H × 28.2 cm D; 1.1 kg
• ISO 9001 certified

– Typical Applications

Automated fiber optic testing, multiport signal routing, production verification, laboratory characterization, and integrated test system configurations requiring deterministic channel selection.

– Compatibility & Integration

Integrates as a module within the EXFO IQ-200 Optical Test System. Occupies 2 slots and combines with other IQ modules for expanded test capability. 2×N configurations support bidirectional device testing.