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- In Stock: 6
- Manufacturer: Ciena
- Model or Part: NTK553FAE5
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 19.00lb
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Overview
The Ciena NTK553FAE5 OME6500 C-Band 50Ghz 9x1 Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) delivers precise, low loss channel routing for modern metro and long haul networks. Designed for the OME6500 platform, this 9x1 switch provides agile wavelength management across the entire C-Band, enabling operators to maximize fiber capacity while simplifying network architecture.
Key Features
- 9 input ports and 1 output port for flexible wavelength routing
- 50GHz channel spacing supports dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) grids
- Low insertion loss (typical < 1.0 dB) preserves signal quality
- High isolation (> 30 dB) reduces crosstalk between channels
- Fast switching speed (sub-millisecond) for dynamic traffic engineering
- Compact 1U form factor fits standard rack equipment
- Integrated with Ciena OME software for seamless provisioning and monitoring
Technical Specifications
- Operating band: C-Band (1530 nm - 1565 nm)
- Channel spacing: 50 GHz
- Number of channels: 9 input x 1 output
- Insertion loss: <= 1.0 dB (typical)
- Isolation: >= 30 dB
- Polarization dependent loss: <= 0.2 dB
- Return loss: >= 40 dB
- Power consumption: < 30 W
- Environmental rating: 0 to 40 deg C operating temperature
- Dimensions: 1U height, 19 inch rack width
Applications
- Metro aggregation where flexible wavelength assignment reduces inventory
- Long haul backbone upgrades that require low loss and high isolation
- Data center interconnects needing rapid reconfiguration of traffic paths
- Network slicing for 5G transport networks
- Dynamic bandwidth provisioning in cloud and enterprise environments
The NTK553FAE5 WSS offers a reliable, high-performance solution for operators seeking to scale capacity, improve network agility, and lower operational costs while maintaining the signal integrity demanded by modern optical transport systems.