1615A 1310 nm DFB Laser Module DATASHEET | JULY 2013 FIBER OPTICS The 1615A 1310 nm DFB laser modules are designed for both wireless and distributed antenna system applications. This highly-linear OC-48 pinout compatible device delivers superior distortion performance over an enhanced temperature range of -40C to +85C. Performance Highlights Parameter Min Typical Max Units Wavelength 1300 - 1320 nm 1310 nm Transmission Slope Efficiency 0.30 - - mW/mA Wireless/DAS Applications Temperature Range -40 - +85 C 5 - 2700 MHz nd 62 - - dB rd 70 - - dB Applications Long Distances Frequency Range High Optical Splits 2 Order IMD 3 Order IMD Features OC-48 Pinout Compatible Telecordia TechnologiesTM 468 Compliant Industrial Temperature Range – Stable Even in Harsh Environments Absolute Maximum Ratings Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause permanent damage to the device. These are absolute stress ratings only. Functional operation of the device is not implied at these or any other conditions in excess of those given in the operational sections of the data sheet. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for extended periods can adversely affect device reliability. Parameter Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Laser Forward dc Current Photodiode Reverse Voltage Laser Reverse Voltage, dc ESD TEC Current Symb l Condition Min Max Unit Tc Continuous -40 +85 °C TSTG - -40 +85 °C - - - 150 mA VRPD - - 10 V - - - 1 V - HBM: R = 1500 Ohm, C = 100pF -500 500 V ITEC Continuous -1.9 1.9 A | REV 2013.07 Information contained herein is deemed reliable and accurate as of the issue date. EMCORE reserves the right to change the design or specification at any time without notice. 1615A 1310 nm DFB Laser Module FIBER OPTICS DATASHEET | JULY 2013 Electrical/Optical Characteristics Laser Temperature (TL) = 25°C, IF = IOP, Beginning of Life (BOL) Parameter Symbol Condition Min Typ Max Unit Wavelength - - 1300 - 1320 nm Slope Efficiency ƞ Iop=Ith+40mA 0.3 - - mW/mA Optical Isolation ISO - 30 - - dB Optical Return Loss ORL Tc 40 - - dB SMSR - 35 - - dB ITH - - - 20 mA Side Mode Suppression Ratio Threshold Current Operating Current IOP - - - 120 mA Monitor PD Responsivity rPD VRM=5V 10 - 200 μA/mW Thermistor Resistance RTH TOP = 25 C 9.5 10 10.5 KOhm Thermistor Temp. Coefficient TCTH TOP = 25 C - -4.4 - %/C TEC Current ITEC -40<TC<+85C, IF = 100 mA -1.5 - 1.6 A Fiber Length - - 1.0 1.5 - m Fiber Buffer - - - 900 - m Fiber Core / Cladding - - - 9/125 - m RF Characteristic Parameter Symbol Frequency Range F Frequency Response S21 nd 2 Order IMD IMD2 rd 3 Order IMD IMD3 Relative Intensity Noise RIN Condition Min Typ Max Unit - 5 - 2700 MHz - - ±2 dB - - -62 dBc - - -64 dBc - - -80 dBc - - -78 dBc - - -72 dBc - - -70 dBc - <-155 - dB/Hz 5 MHz to 2700 MHz IF = Ith+40mA mA, TOP = 25C 900 MHz (f1 = 942 MHz, f2 = 943 MHz) (i) OMI = 5% per carrier 1800 MHz (f1 = 943 MHz, f2 = 1885 MHz) (i) OMI = 5% per carrier 900 MHz (f1 = 942 MHz, f2 = 943 MHz) (i) OMI = 5% per carrier 1800 MHz (f1 = 1842 MHz, f2 = 1843 MHz) (i) OMI = 5% per carrier 2100 MHz (f1 = 2140 MHz, f2 = 2145 MHz) (i) OMI = 5% per carrier 2600 MHz (f1 = 2640 MHz, f2 = 2650 MHz) (i) OMI = 5% per carrier - (i) Test conditions: Iop = Ith+40 mA, Temp = 25°C, Fiber Length = 2 km In order to prevent reflection-induced distortion, the laser must be connected to an optical cable having a return loss of at least 55 dB for discrete reflections and 30 dB for distributed reflections. | REV 2013.07 Information contained herein is deemed reliable and accurate as of the issue date. EMCORE reserves the right to change the design or specification at any time without notice. 1615A 1310 nm DFB Laser Module FIBER OPTICS DATASHEET | JULY 2013 Outline Drawing (dimensions are in inches & mm) Electrical Schematics 1 NC ISOLATOR 10K ESD 2 3 3.3V 0.01uF 4 (+) 12nH 22 RF CHOKE 6 (+) 7 (-) 12 LD (-) (+) 13 100 (-) 5 14 11 (+) 10 MPD 9 CASE GND TEC 8 Figure 1.1615A Laser Schematic Figure 2. 1615A Circuit Schematic with suggested matching circuit | REV 2013.07 Information contained herein is deemed reliable and accurate as of the issue date. EMCORE reserves the right to change the design or specification at any time without notice. 1615A 1310 nm DFB Laser Module FIBER OPTICS DATASHEET | JULY 2013 Pin Definitions Pin Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Thermistor Thermistor DC Laser Bias (-) MPD Anode (-) MPD Cathode (+) Thermal Electric Cooler (+) Thermal Electric Cooler (-) Case Ground Case Ground NC Laser Common (+) Laser Modulation (-) Laser Common (+) Ordering Information Part Number Descriptions 1615A-SC-20 DFB 1310 nm, SC/APC Connector Laser Safety This product meets the appropriate standard in Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). FDA/CDRH Class 1 laser product. This device has been classified with the FDA/CDRH under accession number 0220191. All Versions of this laser are Class 1 laser product, tested according to IEC 60825-1:2007/EN 60825-1:2007 Single-mode fiber pigtail with SC/APC connectors (standard). Wavelength = 1.3 m. Maximum power = 50 mW. Because of size constraints, laser safety labeling (including an FDA class 1 label) is not affixed to the module, but attached to the outside of the shipping carton. Product is not shipped with power supply. Caution: Use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure. | REV 2013.07 Information contained herein is deemed reliable and accurate as of the issue date. EMCORE reserves the right to change the design or specification at any time without notice.