Frequently Asked Questions

The GK-PMC Series Coupler operates across a wide wavelength range from 488 nm to 2100 nm, with specific center wavelengths available including 488 nm, 532 nm, 635 nm, 780 nm, 830 nm, 980 nm, 1064 nm, 1310 nm, 1480 nm, 1550 nm, 1700 nm, and 2000 nm.

The GK-PMC Series offers a wide range of coupling ratios, including 0.01/99.99, 0.1/99.9, 1/99, 2/98, 5/95, 10/90, 20/80, 30/70, 40/60, and 50/50, allowing for precise control over power distribution based on your application needs.

The coupler is compatible with both Polarization Maintaining (PM) fiber and Singlemode fiber, providing flexibility for various optical system configurations. You can specify the fiber type based on your requirements.

The GK-PMC Series is designed to maintain the polarization of the optical signal, ensuring that the signal’s orientation is preserved during transmission. This is critical for applications where polarization integrity is essential, such as in coherent communication systems and fiber gyroscopes.

The coupler can handle a maximum continuous wave optical power of 2 W. For visible wavelengths, the power handling is limited to 50 mW. Additionally, the coupler supports peak power up to 10 kW for nanosecond pulses.

The coupler exhibits excellent thermal stability, with a maximum thermal stability variation of ≤ 0.005 dB/℃. This ensures consistent performance even under varying temperature conditions.

Typical excess loss ranges from 0.2 dB to 0.8 dB depending on the wavelength, while maximum excess loss is slightly higher, ranging from 0.5 dB to 1.2 dB. These low losses ensure high efficiency in signal transmission.

Yes, the GK-PMC Series is designed to operate on both fast and slow axes, providing flexibility and adaptability in various optical systems.

The GK-PMC Series can operate in temperatures ranging from -5℃ to +70℃, and can be stored in conditions as extreme as -40℃ to +85℃. This makes it suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions.

The GK-PMC Series is highly customizable with options for different center wavelengths, coupling ratios, fiber types, connector types, and fiber jacket types. This allows you to tailor the coupler to your specific application requirements.

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