1. Product Title

SM/MM Fiber Array – 1 to 128 Channels, 127/250 µm Pitch

2. Product Overview

GracyFiber SM/MM Fiber Arrays are precision multi-channel fiber assemblies available from 1 to 128 channels for optical communication, photonics integration, and high-density optical systems. The product family covers wavelengths from 460 nm to 1950 nm, with multiple fiber, pitch, polishing-angle, housing, and connector configurations. Depending on channel count, core pitch options include 127 µm and 250 µm, with specified pitch tolerances from ±0.3 µm to ±1.0 µm. Lidded and lidless configurations are available for applications including silicon photonics packaging, PLC/AWG devices, optical switching, coherent modules, and optical sensing.

3. Key Features

• 1 to 128 channel configurations for standard and high-density optical systems
• 460–1950 nm wavelength coverage
• Core pitch options including 127 µm and 250 µm, depending on channel count
• Core pitch tolerance from ±0.3 µm to ±1.0 µm, depending on configuration
• Polish angles of 8°, 41°, 82°, 90°, with additional customized angles available
• Lidded or lidless fiber array configurations
• Multiple fiber and fiber-protection options, including 250 µm coating, 900 µm loose tube, and ribbon
• Connector options including FC, LC, SC, E2000, MT, MPO, and MMC

The supplied product information also specifies flexible packaging forms including lidded, lidless, bare, and pigtailed configurations.

4. Applications

• Silicon Photonics Packaging
• PLC Splitters
• AWG Optical Devices
• WSS / Optical Switches
• Coherent Modules
• Optical Sensing
• Photonics R&D
• Quantum Optics

These applications are directly listed in the supplied product documentation.

5. Technical Specifications

General Optical & Mechanical Specifications

The wavelength range, fiber type options, connector selections, optical specifications and temperature ranges are given in the supplied specification table.

Core Pitch by Channel Count

Core Pitch Tolerance by Channel Count

The product sheet summarizes the overall alignment range as ±0.3 to ±1.0 µm.

Fiber Array Dimensions

The dimension values above correspond to the channel-specific specification matrix on page 3 of the supplied document.

6. Configuration & Customization Options

Available Options

Channel Count

• 1 / 2 / 4 / 8 / 12 / 16 / 24 / 32 / 48 / 64 / 96 / 128 channels

Wavelength

• 460 nm
• 630 nm
• 780 nm
• 850 nm
• 980 nm
• 1060 nm
• 1310 nm
• 1550 nm
• 1650 nm
• 1950 nm

Substrate / Array Material

• Pyrex
• Tempax
• Quartz
• Silicon

Core Pitch

• 127 µm
• 250 µm
• Availability depends on channel count

Polish Angle

• 8°
• 41°
• 82°
• 90°
• Customized angles such as 12° and 21°

Angle Type

• A Type
• V Type

Lid Configuration

• Lid
• Lidless

Fiber Protection

• 250 µm coating
• 900 µm loose tube
• Ribbon

Fiber Length

• Standard: 100 ±10 cm
• Customized length available

Connector

• FC
• LC
• SC
• E2000
• MT
• MPO
• MMC

Fiber Type

• OM1
• OM2
• OM3
• OM4
• OM5
• G67A1
• A2
• B3
• Customized fiber

Note: The supplied document states “G67A1." Whether this should read G657A1 requires confirmation before publication.

7. Detailed Product Description

GracyFiber SM/MM Fiber Arrays provide precisely arranged optical fibers in compact multi-channel assemblies for coupling light between fibers and planar or discrete optical devices. The available configurations range from a single channel to 128 channels, allowing the same product family to address both low-channel-count optical assemblies and dense photonic interfaces.

The fiber geometry is defined primarily by channel count, core pitch, and pitch tolerance. A 250 µm pitch is available for the 2-channel configuration, while 127 µm or 250 µm pitches are specified for 4-, 8-, and 12-channel versions. From 16 channels upward, the documented pitch is 127 µm. Pitch tolerance varies with array size, ranging from ±0.3 µm for lower-channel-count versions to ±1.0 µm for 96- and 128-channel configurations.

The array can be produced using Pyrex, Tempax, Quartz, or Silicon, with lidded or lidless construction. Multiple polishing geometries are documented, including 8°, 41°, 82°, and 90°, as well as customized angles. This allows the fiber end-face geometry to be selected according to the corresponding optical interface.

Optical specifications include insertion loss of ≤0.5 dB, with 0.3 dB listed as typical, and return loss of ≥45 dB for UPC and ≥55 dB for APC.

The product family supports multiple fiber and connector configurations, making it suitable for integration into PLC/AWG devices, silicon photonics packages, wavelength-selective switches, optical switches, coherent modules, sensing systems, and laboratory photonics setups.

8. Application Scenarios

Application 1 — Silicon Photonics Packaging

In silicon photonics assemblies, a fiber array can provide a defined multi-fiber interface between external optical fibers and the photonic device.

The available 127 µm pitch, multiple polishing angles, compact array dimensions, and configurations up to 128 channels allow the array geometry to be selected according to the photonic interface and channel density.

Application 2 — PLC Splitter and AWG Devices

PLC splitters and AWG-based optical devices require organized fiber interfaces for coupling optical signals into and out of planar optical circuits.

The GracyFiber fiber array family provides multiple channel-count and pitch options, together with lidded or lidless construction and different connector configurations, for integration with these planar optical assemblies.

Application 3 — WSS and Optical Switch Systems

WSS and optical switch systems may require multi-channel fiber interfaces with controlled pitch and physical alignment.

The documented array configurations provide up to 128 channels, with channel-dependent pitch tolerances and multiple fiber-protection options for integration into optical switching assemblies.

9. Why GracyFiber

GracyFiber provides a passive optical component portfolio covering products that are technically related to fiber-array-based photonic assemblies, including:

• Fiber Arrays and FAUs
• Lens Fiber Arrays
• PM Fiber Arrays
• WDM / CWDM / DWDM components
• AAWG
• PLC Splitters
• FBT Couplers
• MPO/MTP interconnect products
• Polarization-maintaining passive components

For this SM/MM Fiber Array family, the supplied documentation provides standard and customized configurations covering channel count, wavelength, pitch, array material, polishing angle, fiber protection, fiber length and connector type.

The document also states that the arrays are manufactured and fully tested in an ISO-class cleanroom environment. It does not specify the cleanroom class or claim a separate company ISO certification.

10. Related Products

11. FAQ

What channel counts are available for the GracyFiber SM/MM Fiber Array?

Standard configurations listed in the product specification include 1, 2, 4, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 48, 64, 96, and 128 channels.

What core pitches are available?

The documented configurations use 127 µm and/or 250 µm core pitch, depending on channel count. For example, the 2-channel configuration uses 250 µm, while 16-channel and higher standard configurations use 127 µm.

What is the insertion loss of the fiber array?

The supplied specification lists an insertion loss of ≤0.5 dB, with 0.3 dB typical.

Which polishing angles are available?

The standard document lists 8°, 41°, 82°, and 90°, with customized angles such as 12° and 21° also available. The specified angular tolerance is ±0.5°.

Can the fiber type, connector and fiber length be customized?

Yes. The supplied specification explicitly lists customized fiber types and fiber lengths. Connector options include FC, LC, SC, E2000, MT, MPO and MMC.

12. Call to Action

Looking for an SM/MM Fiber Array for a photonics or optical-device project?

Send GracyFiber your required:

• Channel count
• Operating wavelength
• Fiber type
• Core pitch
• Pitch tolerance
• Polish angle
• Lid or lidless configuration
• Fiber coating / protection
• Fiber length
• Connector type
• Required array dimensions
• Target optical specifications
• Application

GracyFiber can review the required configuration before quotation.