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Fiber Implementation

A host of Series | 5000 modules now provide fiber optic I/O 
capability. The LYNX Technik implementation is extremely 
well engineered. LYNX Technik uses small, modular SFP sub-
modules for fiber I/O. Adding fiber capability or changing system 
configurations (wavelengths) is straightforward and simple.

SFP Fiber Sub Module

LYNX Technik fiber solutions are unique in that the fiber I/O is integrated into the backplane assembly. 
This means the module can be removed from the rack for ease of service and without disconnecting 
the fiber cables from the module. Other solutions on the market often have the fiber I/O directly fixed 
to the module and fed through the rear of the rack. When a module is removed, the delicate fiber 
cables are pulled, which can result in damage.  There is also no requirement for fiber “service loops” 
on the modules found on other manufacturers solutions.

LYNX Technik offers a full range of SFP fiber 
sub-modules, which range from basic non-
CWDM fixed wavelength transmitters to a full 
range of CWDM transmitters with 18 selectable 
wavelengths. The solutions are ideal for 
simple point-to-point applications or complex 
multiplexed applications.

Our basic SFP modules support distances up 
to 10km, and our CWDM solutions support 
distances up to 40km or 80km.

Fiber Backplane Sockets on Module

Backplane with Integrated Fiber

Module and Backplane Connected

CWDM 

LYNX Technik offers comprehensive support for CWDM (Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing) with 18 
selectable laser wavelengths as specified by ITU-T G692.2. CWDM is a process used to optically multiplex 
signals into a single fiber link. By selecting different wavelength fiber transmitters and using the LYNX OCM 
passive optical multiplexers, it is easy to configure a bi-directional CWDM fiber transmission system. Our 
CWDM solutions service distances up to 40km, and our long-haul transmitters and receivers are suitable 
for applications up to 80km.

Non-CWDM

CWDM Fiber modules use precision narrow band lasers and therefore cost more. For simple applications 
that only require single point to point fiber connections, a “non CWDM” or basic fiber SFP module is a more 
cost-effective solution. 

Passive Fiber System Components

Working with light vs. electricity allows for us to use passive optical building blocks for a fiber optic system 
design. Passive = no power requirements. Our solutions for fiber include optical CWDM multiplexers, 
splitters, and combiners. We adhere to the highest standards of superior technical performance and all of 
our passive fiber solutions are designed and manufactured in Germany.

Fiber Option Selection Tables

We offer a wide range of SFP fiber options for our modules which include fiber support in this section 

of the catalog. The module listings will refer to the tables show on the next page for the selection of the 

appropriate SFP fiber option. 

FIBER SOLUTIONS

Fiber Solutions

With the introduction of HDTV, 1.5Gbit, 3Gbit and 
now 4K bandwidth signals, the need to adopt fiber 
interfaces is a requirement. Fiber offers many benefits 
compared to copper interfaces, with the greatest 
advantage being distance with no degredation of 
signal quality. The other benefits of fiber include: 
sending and receiving multiple bi-directional signals 
over a single fiber link, zero noise or interference, 
and significantly less bulk. LYNX Technik has fully 
embraced fiber technology and offers a wide range of 
solutions to address fiber infrastructure design.