Optical Connections Magazine - Autumn 2025

PRODUCT NEWS

Win the race to 1.6T with testing that goes from lab to fab!

Validate the future of high-speed networking with EXFO’s BA-1600 Series 1.6T Bit Analyzer. The BA- 1600 is a powerful, flexible solution for testing 1.6T, 800G and 400G latest high- speed devices—designed to support every stage of the product lifecycle, from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.

Our latest bit error rate tester supports 4- and 8-channel PAM4 at 106.25, 53.125, and 26.5625 GBd per lane, making it ideal for validating signal integrity, FEC performance, and overall system reliability. Engineered for transceiver vendors, hyperscalers, AI data centers, and manufacturing

environments, the BA-1600 delivers: • Full lifecycle validation for 800G and 1.6T, 800G and 400G • Flexible and cost effective with 4- and 8-channel options • High-performance signal integrity and BER testing • FEC generation and analysis

• Automated workflows with a user-friendly GUI

From design to production, the BA-1600 delivers fast, accurate, and reliable testing— helping you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving, high-speed network landscape.

See the BA-1600 in action at ECOC Booth C4329

AFL launches new modular optical fibre platform, DENALI

AFL, the manufacturer of fibre optic cables,

• Enhanced fibre

ports (576 fibres) in 4RU of rack space and supports speeds from 10GB to 800GB and beyond. AFL says that the comprehensive platform accelerates AI cluster expansions, reducing time- to-market, keeping projects on schedule and

management and reducing potential points of failure. • Intelligent system integration: DENALI ensures ‘seamless integration’ with existing infrastructure, minimizing disruption during upgrades and expansions.

management: The platform’s streamlined cable management solutions reduce maintenance requirements and improve long-term network reliability.

connectivity and equipment, has launched a new modular optical fibre platform that is specifically engineered for high-growth GPU environments with minimal infrastructure upgrades. The DENALI platform delivers leading-edge data centre performance today while positioning the facilities of tomorrow to scale with the increasing complexity and volume of hyperscale and AI workloads. With its modular design, the DENALI platform adapts as networks grow, featuring advanced rack-mount hardware, cassettes and pre-terminated customizable assemblies. This platform delivers up to 288 LC duplex

driving faster time-to- revenue with stronger ROI on infrastructure builds. Its key features include: • Simplified deployment process: The platform’s design reduces the number of components

required for installation, streamlining inventory

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