Photonetics BT1200 – Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier

The Photonetics BT1200 is an Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier (EDFA) engineered to boost optical signals across telecommunications and laboratory environments. It delivers high-power optical amplification with precise gain control, low noise performance, and stable operation across multiple polarization states. The BT1200 supports both C-band and L-band wavelength ranges, making it suitable for diverse fiber optic applications from component testing to research systems.

– Technical Specifications

Optical Performance
• Wavelength Range: C-band (1530–1565 nm) or L-band (1570–1610 nm); extended C+L band coverage available on select models
• Small Signal Gain: Typically exceeds 35 dB at 1530 nm; approximately 25 dB at 1550 nm (C-band models)
• Saturated Output Power: +17 dBm to +20 dBm depending on configuration
• Noise Figure: Approximately 4.5 dB (C-band models)
• Gain Flatness: 1 dB typical over 30 nm bandwidth (C-band)
• Polarization Sensitivity of Gain: Less than 0.5 dB
• Input/Output Isolation: Approximately 35 dB

Pump Laser
• Pump Wavelength: 980 nm or 1480 nm

Power Supply & Environmental
• Input Voltage: 85–265 VAC (built-in switching supply); optional DC48V available
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage Temperature: −20°C to 60°C
• Cooling: Automatic temperature control integrated

– Key Features

• Low noise amplification preserving signal integrity across the optical spectrum
• Consistent performance independent of input signal polarization
• High input/output isolation for stable, reflection-free operation
• Flat gain response across extended bandwidth on applicable models

– Typical Applications

• Optical communication systems
• Research and development laboratories
• Optical network testing
• Component characterization

– Compatibility & Integration

Available in benchtop, 19-inch rack-mountable, and compact OEM module form factors. Front-panel controls support user operation; rear-panel analog outputs enable system monitoring. IEEE-488 computer interface and RS-232 serial control support integration into automated test environments.