LMC10ZEG Datasheet, PDF (12/14 Pages) Bookham, Inc. – 10Gb/s Compact InP MZ Modulator with DWDM Laser

Data Sheet
LMC10 Mounting Guidelines
The device must be attached to a heat-sink capable of
dissipating a minimum of 4W. The surface of the heat-sink
must be smooth (< 0.8 micron Ra) and flat (< 24.8 microns
over the area and not convex in form). Attachment screws,
thermal interface compounds or interface pads may be used
but must not exert stress upon the device. Refer to Bookham
applications document AN0117.
Note on Maximum Ratings and Handling Precautions
It is the nature of this device that unprotected semi-conductor
junctions are connected directly to external package pins.
Protection of these junctions would have an adverse effect on
the performance of the device or the flexibility in its
application and use. The user is requested to observe the
‘Absolute Minimum and Maximum Ratings’ in order to
prevent damage or destruction of the device. In particular
forward biasing the modulator, attenuator or power monitor
junctions will lead to catastrophic damage if the current or
voltage limits are exceeded. These junctions are also sensitive
to ESD and electrical transients. The laser is similarly sensitive
to reverse bias, ESD and electrical transients. These can lead
to catastrophic device damage. The user is requested to
ensure that operation of any control or bias circuits do not
introduce electrical transients or adverse bias conditions
during switch-on, switch-off or calibration and set-up
routines. Appropriate ESD precautions are required in both
production and R&D environments.
Applications Support
The following application notes are available to support customers using the LMC10ZEG:
Component Mounting Recommendations For the Bookham Technology
LMC10 InP MZ Transmitter Module
LMC10 Implementing Dynamic Wavelength Locker Loops For
DWDM Optical Systems
Compact LMC10 InP MZ Evaluation Board User Document
LMC10ZEG Optical Power Adjustment Using the Integral VOA
Recommended RF drivers for the LMC10 Integrated
Optical Transmitter Product Portfolio
AN0117
AN0142
AN0130
AN0141
AN0137
Optical component evaluation platforms are available for all Bookham optical products.
Contact your regional sales representative for further information.
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