Multicast Optical Switch MCS Module
The Multicast Optical Switch (MCS) Module is an advanced, high-bandwidth, low-latency optical switching solution widely used in fiber-optic communication systems, data centers, broadcast television, cloud computing, and large-scale internet infrastructure. GEZHI’s Multicast Optical Switch (MCS) series is a high-reliability MxN fiber optic multicast switch module designed for next-generation CDC-ROADM systems based on PLC splitter and optical switch technology, integrating the MxN MCS core and electronic control unit into one compact module to support fully non-blocking, conflict-free, and flexible optical switching, allowing any optical input to be routed to any output port while supporting transmission speeds up to 100 GHz, making it an ideal passive optical multicast switch for critical nodes in telecom and CDC-ROADM optical networks.
Performance
Parameters | Unit | Specifications | |||||
4x4 | 4x8 | 4x16 | 8x8 | 8x16 | 16x16 | ||
Wavelength Range | nm | 1260~1650 | |||||
Test Wavelength | nm | 1310 or 1550 or 1610 | |||||
Insertion Loss | dB | ≤8.6 | ≤11.8 | ≤11.8 | ≤13 | ≤16 | ≤18 |
Insertion Uniformity | dB | ≤1.5 | |||||
Return Loss | dB | ≥45 | |||||
Port Isolation | dB | ≥40 | |||||
PDL | dB | ≤0.5 | |||||
Port Switch Time | ms | ≤20 | |||||
Durability | Cycle | ≥1×109 | |||||
Control Voltage | v | 5.0 | |||||
OperatingTemperature | ℃ | -20~+70 | |||||
Storage Temperature | ℃ | -40~+85 | |||||
Interface Control | / | TTL Serial Control | |||||
Note: the above insertion loss is not include connector, if with connector, the insertion loss will be increased 0.2dB.
Optical Route
4x8 MCS Module Simplex type in one module

4x8 MCS Module Duplex type in one module

Ordering Information GZ-MCS-XxX-X-XX-X-X-X-XX-XX-XX
MCS | Configuration | Wavelength | Package | Control Model | Fiber Type | Fiber Diameter | Fiber Length | Connector |
4x4 4x8 8x8 1x16 16x16 S=Specify | S=Simplex D=Duplex | 13=1310nm 15=1550nm S=Specify | M=Module R=Rackmount | 1=TTL 2=RS232 | 9=9/125 S=Specify | 90=900um S=Specify | 05=0.5m 10=1.0m S=Specify | 00=None FP=FC/PC FA=FC/APC SP=SC/PC SA=SC/APC LP=LC/PC LA=LC/APC S=Specify |
High-Performance Switching Technology
The MCS module utilizes the latest optical switching technology, supporting high-speed data transmission and low-latency communication to ensure efficient and stable network performance.
Enhanced Network Reliability
Featuring advanced redundancy design, the MCS module guarantees stability and high reliability even in harsh environments, making it adaptable to various complex network operation scenarios.
Strong Compatibility
The MCS module is highly compatible with both traditional network architectures and emerging fiber distribution networks, enabling seamless network upgrades for businesses.
Data Centers
In data centers, the MCS module supports high-traffic, multi-connection network environments, delivering high-speed optical switching and stable management of data flows.
Cloud Computing Platforms
The MCS module provides high-bandwidth, low-latency network solutions for cloud computing services, enhancing the performance of virtualization and distributed storage.
Broadcasting Industry
In the broadcasting industry, the MCS module is used for multicast transmission of video streams, ensuring real-time playback of high-quality video content.
Internet Infrastructure
For large internet service providers, the MCS module efficiently supports large-scale network architectures, enabling fast and stable data exchanges.