Optical Switch
Route signal transmitted through optical fiber among optical circuits.
See Also: Switches, Membrane Switch, Coaxial Switches, Crossbar, High Voltage Switching, Fiber Optic Switching, Microwave Switching
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Optical Switches
Fast and reliable optical switches to streamline your test procedures. Can be customized with a wide range of switch configurations, fiber types and connectors.
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PXI Optical Switching
Pickering's range of PXI optical switching modules include high performance multiplexers and insert/bypass switches. MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems) switch technology offers higher performance and longer operational life compared to conventional prism based optical switching
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LXI Optical Switching - 2x2 Matrix (Insert/Bypass) Plugin Module
65-280-360
The 65-280-360 2x2 matrix is part of the 65-280 and 65-281 ranges of optical plug-in modules offering matrix & insert/bypass or multiplexer & SPST topologies respectively with all models based on MEMS fiber optic switches and available in various populations per plugin. In addition, a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications is offered: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC, SC/PC and ST for general applications and LC for high density applications. They use MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) based optical switches to route signals between terminals by redirecting the optical signal. This is achieved using micromechanical mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism activated via an electrical control signal.
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Optical Switch
FTBx-9150
With crosstalk of –80 dB and life expectancy of 10 million cycles, the FTBx-9150 Optical Switch is ideal for bidirectional component testing, ribbon fiber testing, multichannel monitoring, remote and multiple-component testing, signal routing and bypass switching. Housed in the LTB-8-based test systems, the FTBx-9150 provides highly accurate and repeatable fiber-to-fiber switching. It offers a choice of 1x2, 1x4, 1x8, 1x12, 1x16, 1x24, 1x32, 2x2 and 2x4 configurations. Designed for minimal reflectance, the switches integrate precision optical components into a compact modular package. Both singlemode and multimode versions are available and offer a solution for all your optical switching needs.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass, Single-Mode
40-860A-322-HI
The 40/42-860A-322-HI is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with MU connectors,, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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Flatness Mirror
10773A
The Keysight 10773A Flatness Mirror is a 100% reflectance mirror that turns the direction of an incoming laser beam 90 degrees. The mirror, used in the 5530 Laser Calibration System, measures flatness in applications such as surface plate calibration. It can be used in place of the 10707A Beam Bender (6 mm or less beam diameter) for applications that require the larger aperture of the 10773A.
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90/120 GHz Dual Channel Optical Module
N1032B
The N1032B is a plug-in module for the DCA-X mainframe that includes two optical channels up to 120 GHz.
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LXI Optical Switching - 4:1 Multiplexer Plugin Module
65-281-342
The 65-281-342 4:1 multiplexer is part of the 65-280 and 65-281 ranges of optical plug-in modules offering matrix & insert/bypass or multiplexer & SPST topologies respectively with all models based on MEMS fiber optic switches and available in various populations per plugin. In addition, a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications is offered: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC, SC/PC and ST for general applications and LC for high density applications. They use MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) based optical switches to route signals between terminals by redirecting the optical signal. This is achieved using micromechanical mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism activated via an electrical control signal.
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65 GHz Dual Channel Optical Module
N1030B
The N1030B is a plug-in module for the DCA-X mainframe that includes two 65 GHz optical channels.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Single Insert/Bypass
40-860A-312
The 40/42-860A-312 is a PXI/PXIe single insert/bypass switch with MU connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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Optical to Electrical Converters
High bandwidth, broadband optical to electrical converters available in a range of configurations. Choose from 1 or 2 channels, AC or DC coupling and various conversion gain and operating wavelength ranges.
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Mini Fiber Optic, Patchcord, ITA, 36", Multimode, 62.5/125, to ST
7-415804506-036
Mini Fiber Optic, Patchcord, ITA, 36", Multimode, 62.5/125, to ST.
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Mini Fiber Optic, Patchcord, ITA, 36", Polymer Optic Fiber, to SMA Plug
7-413845516-036
Mini Fiber Optic, Patchcord, ITA, 36", Polymer Optic Fiber, to SMA Plug.
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Variable Optical Attenuator Module with Angled Interface
81571A
The Keysight 81571A variable optical attenuator features lowest insertion loss and excellent wavelength flatness over a complete attenuation range of 60 dB, for characterizing optical network components for telecommunication and data communication in systems.
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PXI Dual 2 x 2 Fibre Optic (M Mode) SC M62.5
40-860-222-M62.5
Pickering PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching cards are available in many high density formats with a choice of 5 different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. Fiber optic multiplexers create a signal path by redirecting the optical signal into a selected output fiber. This is achieved using Micro-Mechanical Mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism and activated via an electrical control signal.
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Variable Optical Attenuator Module for Multimode Fiber Applications
81578A
The Keysight 81578A variable optical attenuator is designed for multimode fiber applications and features lowest insertion loss and excellent wavelength flatness over a complete attenuation range of 60 dB, for characterizing optical network components for telecommunication and data communication in systems.
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PXI 4 x Changeover Switch 2.5GHz, 50 SMB
40-710-514
This RF switching card has a bank of four individual high performance RF changeover switches (50 or 75 Ohm, Bi-directional) with very low insertion loss, suitable for handling signals up to 2.5GHz. Applications include aerial switching, routing high frequency signals into oscilloscopes and analyzers.
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PXI Single 2 x 2 Fibre Optic (M Mode) SC M50
40-860-212-M50
Pickering PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching cards are available in many high density formats with a choice of 5 different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. Fiber optic multiplexers create a signal path by redirecting the optical signal into a selected output fiber. This is achieved using Micro-Mechanical Mirrors driven by a highly precise mechanism and activated via an electrical control signal.
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Mini Fiber Optic, Patchcord, ITA, 36", Multimode, 62.5/125, to LC
7-415804512-036
Mini Fiber Optic, Patchcord, ITA, 36", Multimode, 62.5/125, to LC
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PXI Single Transfer Switch 26.5GHz 50Ω SMA
40-782-531
The 40-780 Microwave switching module consists of one, two, three or four changeover switches capable of switching frequencies to 18GHz (optionally to 67GHz) in 50Ω or 2.5GHz in 75Ω. The 40-782 module consists of one or two microwave transfer switches. It has a characteristic impedance of 50Ω and is available in versions with maximum operating frequencies of 18GHz, 26.5GHz or 40GHz.
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Standard 1.10 (31.18) - 4.80 (136.00) Switch Probe
TSP100-C100-1
Current Rating (Amps): 5Average DC Resistance lower than (mOhm): 20Test Center (mil): 100Test Center (mm): 2.54Full Travel (mil): 197Full Travel (mm): 5.00Recommended Travel (mil): 157Recommended Travel (mm): 4.00Overall Length (mil): 1,990Overall Length (mm): 50.60Switch Point (mil): 59Switch Point (mm): 1.50
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PXI/PXIe RF Switch, Hex SPDT, 3GHz, 50Ω, MCX
40-870A-106
The 40-870A-106 (PXI) and 42-870A-106 (PXIe) are 50Ω RF switches with 6 separate SPDT relays in a single slot. They have low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost. The switch banks been carefully designed to ensure excellent and repeatable RF characteristics to frequencies of 3GHz. The injection of noise and unwanted signals into the signal paths of the 40/42-870A has been minimized by careful attention to the mechanical and electrical design.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Transfer Switch, Dual, 26.5 GHz, 50 Ω, SMA, Failsafe, Remote Mount
42-782B-532-E
The 40-782B-532-E (PXI) and 42-782B-532-E (PXIe) dual failsafe transfer switches with remotely mounted relays are part of our range of PXI microwave switching modules. They have a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω and a maximum operating frequency of 26.5 GHz. Connections are made via front panel mounted high quality SMA coaxial connectors.
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PXI Hybrid Dual SPDT Coaxial Switch, DC to 26.5 GHz, Unterminated
M9155C
M9155C PXI Hybrid Dual SPDT Coaxial Switch, DC to 26.5 GHz, Unterminated
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High 1.80 (51.00) - 12.60 (357.00) Switch Probe
TSP138-H230-3
Current Rating (Amps): 10Average DC Resistance lower than (mOhm): 20Test Center (mil): 138Test Center (mm): 3.50Full Travel (mil): 197Full Travel (mm): 5.00Recommended Travel (mil): 157Recommended Travel (mm): 4.00Overall Length (mil): 1,760Overall Length (mm): 44.70Switch Point (mil): 67Switch Point (mm): 1.70
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PXI/PXIe RF Switch, Quad SPDT, Terminated, 8GHz, 50Ω, SMA
40-880B-002
The 40-880B-002 (PXI) and 42-880B-002 (PXIe) are quad SPDT 50Ω RF switches with 8GHz bandwidth. The 40/42-880B range has automatic termination of unused signals and are available as a dual switch in 1 slot, a quad switch in two slots or hex and octal switches in three slots.
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Coaxial Plug-in Switch Card
1260-152/172
The Astronics 1260-152/172 is a high- frequency coaxial switch card for use in either the Adapt-a-Switch® 1260-100, VXI carrier, or the 1256, GPIB/RS-232 Switching Mainframe.
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Remote Switch Probe
U5404A
This 18 mm test probe is highly recommended for CAT IV environment and is compatible with the U1281A/82A handheld DMMs
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Matrix Switch Cards
1260-145 Series
These quickly and easily plug into the front of Astronics 1260-100 and 1260-101 Adapt-a-Switch™ carriers or Astronics 1256 GPIB/Ethernet and 1256L (LXI Core 2011 Compliant) switching mainframes.





























