Description
The Ciena NTK553GB is an optical circuit pack used in the Ciena 6500 Packet-Optical Platform for wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) transport applications. It implements a Selective Mux/Demux (SMD) Flex C-Band 8×1 function, meaning it combines or separates 8 optical channels within the C-band spectrum and supports flexible grid operation for optical networks.
Key Features
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Manufacturer: Ciena
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Part Number: NTK553GB
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Product Type: WDM optical circuit pack (Selective Mux/Demux)
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Application: Ciena 6500 Packet-Optical Platform (optical transport/WDM)
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Optical Band: C-Band
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Channel Configuration: 8×1 flexible grid
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Function: Combines/separates optical wavelengths for transport multiplexing/demultiplexing
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Integration: Installed in designated slots on Ciena transport shelves
Technical Overview
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Function: Provides Selective Mux/Demux (SMD) capability in the C-band, allowing eight optical wavelengths to be combined for transmission or separated on reception.
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Flexible Grid Support: Enables operation with flexible wavelength spacing for advanced OTN/WDM networks.
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Optical Monitoring: Includes support circuitry for optical power monitoring and photodiode integration as part of the circuit functionality.
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Integration Notes: The NTK553GB circuit pack is a double-slot photonics board (8×1) used in supported 6500 shelf types. It cannot be installed in certain slots due to its form factor in some four-slot or seven-slot shelf configurations.
