NEXT-GEN PHOTONICS

17dBm nano ITLA for 400/800G ZR/ZR+ coherent transceivers

Continuous-wave tunable laser source for core, metro, access and DCI networks. Fully integrated 17 dBm sub-assembly in compact nano form factor.

Output power
17 dBm
Form factor
nano ITLA
Tuning range
C-band
Target application
400G ZR / 400G ZR+ / 800G ZR
Temperature
I-temp
Management interface
OIF ITLA MSA 01.3

Integration

Technical spec sheet

Parameter Typical Unit
Output power +17 dBm
Tuning range 191.3 - 196.1 THz
Linewidth < 300 kHz
Power consumption 2.9 W

Performance

Performance metrics

Ultra-narrow linewidth tunable laser designed for next-generation coherent optical communications. It offers an ideal balance of performance, power efficiency, and flexibility for 400ZR, ZR+, and 800G coherent pluggables

Power Consumption

Optimized power consumption for pluggable modules for both C-temp and I-temp.

<2.9 W

Linewidth

Industry-leading intrinsic linewidth ensuring maximum signal integrity for 400G and 800G transmission.

<300 kHz

Output Power

High optical output power with exceptional stability over the entire operating temperature range.

17 dBm

Form Factor

Ultra-compact nano-ITLA footprint suitable for industry-standard pluggables and line cards.

nano

The technology

Advanced ITLA Architecture

At the heart of our ITLA lies a revolutionary photonic integrated circuit (PIC) architecture. By leveraging state-of-the-art indium phosphide (InP) integration techniques, we have achieved a highly miniaturized form factor without sacrificing optical integrity.

The monolithic integration of the gain medium, phase control sections, and highly selective filters enables a continuous, mode-hop-free tuning mechanism. This sophisticated design ensures robust phase coherence and ultra-narrow linewidths essential for coherent modulation formats or even higher-order constellations like 64-QAM and beyond.

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