Description:
The Nortel NTCA01VA is a legacy OC-192 Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) optical transmitter module originally manufactured by Nortel Networks for use in high-capacity optical transport systems. This module provides OC-192 (~10 Gbps) optical transmission functionality as part of multi-wavelength DWDM fiber transport, typically deployed in carrier, metro, and backbone optical networking platforms. The NTCA01VA variant is listed alongside other NTCA01 series optical cards in legacy telecom parts inventories, indicating its role as a fixed-function optical transmitter unit within Nortel’s optical transport architecture. Modules like NTCA01VA are commonly supplied by aftermarket distributors as new surplus, used, or refurbished OEM components to support ongoing maintenance and repair of legacy optical equipment.
Key Features:
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Manufacturer: Nortel Networks (legacy Canadian telecom OEM)
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Part Number: NTCA01VA
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Module Type: OC-192 WDM Transmitter Optical Module
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Series Family: NTCA01 optical transport modules
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Application: High-speed DWDM optical transmission at OC-192 (~10 Gbps)
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Platform Compatibility: Nortel optical transport systems supporting WDM interfaces
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Market Condition: Typically available new surplus, used, or professionally refurbished through telecom parts distributors
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Typical Use Cases: Metro backbone fiber links, carrier optical transport upgrade/repair inventories
Technical Characteristics:
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Architecture: Slot-mount WDM optical transmitter module for legacy backplane systems
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Function: Converts electrical signals into high-speed optical wavelengths for DWDM fiber transport
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Data Rate: ~10 Gbps (OC-192/STM-64 class) optical transport
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Integration: Designed to plug into compatible optical transport shelves and chassis
