PRODUCT NEWS
HUBER+SUHNER’s next-gen fibre management system
HUBER+SUHNER has launched SYLFA HD, a new front access modular connectivity platform, which provides a space-saving structured cabling alternative for WAN/Access network, central office and data centre customers. The company says the next-generation front access solution maximises space with high port density and patch cord overlength support. It features a unique module design that improves the ability to access incoming cables from the front or the rear boosting efficiency. The modules also provide a distinctive routing channel that respects the minimal banding radius and enables front accessibility without losing density.
The new front access features also eliminate the risk of cable movement and damage, removing the need to repair and replace parts of the system over the long term. This also reduces the extra effort needed for moves, adds and changes and enables quicker access to fibre optic cabling. For situations where front access is preferred, SYLFA HD can enhance performance and drive business growth by saving valuable time and resources through easy installation and convenient access for ongoing maintenance. “SYLFA HD consists of a fixed module design for front access fibre management that ensures safe and simple patching via a patented LC-XD push-pull connector that can be used in combination with all HUBER+SUHNER patch cords and cable systems. Additionally, its
plug-and-play function combined with pre-terminated connectivity builds in extra effectiveness,” said Michal Pelikán, product manager Fibre Connectivity Systems at HUBER+SUHNER. “With its structured design, SYLFA HD is a long-term investment for network operators that addresses the needs of today and is also scalable for the future.” HUBER+SUHNER says that in order to meet future needs, SYLFA HD can be upgraded easily as demands increase. As a result, customers can optimise ownership and lifecycle costs, allowing capital and resources to be spent elsewhere. With its high-density capabilities, SYLFA HD offers greater bandwidth possibilities while saving much-needed space, leaving more room for performance- and revenue-driving active equipment.
Hengtong’s 400G Silicon Photonic Transceivers
Hengtong Optic-Electric subsidiary company Hengtong Rockley Technology, has launched a 400G QSFP-DD DR4 transceiver based on silicon photonic circuits and a 400G QSFP-DD FR4 transceiver based on the traditional free space solution. Hengtong says it is now capable of providing customers with 400G single mode optical transceiver modules for different transmission distances.
The mass production version of 400G QSFP- DD DR4 silicon photonic transceiver is based on the miniaturized silicon photonic integrated chips and electronic integrated chips made by UK-based Rockley Photonics Limited, which also utilises the most advanced 7nm DSP chip, with a power consumption less than 9W. The company says the module’s manufacturing cost is 10-30% less than traditional 400G transceivers based on free space
optics, satisfying the demand of low power consumption and environment-friendly requirement of data centre applications. Hengtong’s 400G transceivers utilise chip-on-board (COB) assembly solution, and passive alignment for optical coupling between fibre and silicon photonic chips due to a unique fabrication process, which is beneficial to mass production and cost reduction. Hengtong Rockley says it will accelerate mass production on 400G QSFP-DD DR4 silicon photonic transceivers.
Hengtong Rockley’s 400G QSFP- DD FR4 transceiver also utilizes 7nm DSP chip, EML is used on transmitter side, and InP detector is used on receiver side, with the help of low-cost and mature WDM photonic device, making the entire module design and layout very compact. The power consumption is less than 9W. Hengtong has also released the first prototype of 3.2T CPO switch based on silicon photonic technology in China, which it claims is an important milestone in silicon photonic industry.
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| ISSUE 24 | Q2 2021
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