IEC 62148-15:2014
(Main)Fibre optic active components and devices - Package and interface standards - Part 15: Discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser packages
Fibre optic active components and devices - Package and interface standards - Part 15: Discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser packages
IEC 62148-15:2014 covers the physical dimension and interface specifications for the discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) devices in optical telecommunication and optical data transmission applications. The intent of this standard is to adequately specify the physical requirements of VCSEL devices that will enable mechanical interchangeability of laser devices or transmitters complying with this standard both at the printed circuit wiring board and for any panel-mounting requirement. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2009 and constitutes a technical revision. The significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition are as follows:
- to include a type-A pin configuration in the 4-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages;
- to introduce new package standards for high-speed (8 Gbps and 10 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA packages with LC and SC connectors;
- to suggest optional colour codes for various pin configurations and;
- to delete the requirement of the minimum dimension for the outer diameters of the TO CAN packages in order to accommodate recent mini-TO CAN packages. Keywords: discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) devices, optical telecommunication and optical data transmission applications
Composants et dispositifs actifs en fibres optiques - Normes de boîtier et d'interface - Partie 15: Boîtiers individuels pour laser à cavité verticale émettant par la surface
L'IEC 62148-15:2014 concerne les dimensions physiques et les spécifications de l'interface des dispositifs individuels destinés à contenir un laser à cavité verticale émettant par la surface (VCSEL) dans le cadre des applications de télécommunication et de transmissions de données par un moyen optique. La présente norme vise à spécifier de façon appropriée les exigences physiques des dispositifs VCSEL qui permettront l'interchangeabilité mécanique des dispositifs laser ou des émetteurs-récepteurs conformes à cette présente norme tant au niveau de la carte de circuit imprimé que pour toute exigence de montage en panneau. Cette deuxième édition annule et remplace la première édition parue en 2009; elle constitue une révision technique. Les modifications techniques significatives par rapport à l'édition précédente sont les suivantes:
- ajout d'une configuration de broches de type A dans les boîtiers VCSEL TO CAN à 4 broches;
- introduction de nouvelles normes boîtiers pour les boîtiers VCSEL TOSA à grande vitesse (8 Gbps et 10 Gbps) avec connecteurs LC et SC;
- suggestion de codes couleurs facultatifs pour diverses configurations de broches; et
- suppression de l'exigence de la dimension minimale pour les diamètres extérieurs des boîtiers TO CAN afin d'accueillir les récents mini-boîtiers TO CAN. Mots clés: dispositifs individuels destinés à contenir un laser à cavité verticale émettant par la surface (VCSEL), télécommunication et de transmissions de données par un moyen optique
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 22-May-2014
- Technical Committee
- SC 86C - Fibre optic systems, sensing and active devices
- Current Stage
- DELPUB - Deleted Publication
- Start Date
- 30-Mar-2021
- Completion Date
- 25-Oct-2019
Relations
- Effective Date
- 05-Sep-2023
- Effective Date
- 05-Sep-2023
Overview
The IEC 62148-15:2014 standard defines the physical dimensions and interface specifications for discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) packages used in fibre optic active components and devices. This international standard focuses on ensuring mechanical compatibility and interchangeability of VCSEL laser devices and transmitters, particularly in optical telecommunication and optical data transmission systems. It updates the previous 2009 edition by integrating new package types, electrical interface configurations, and optional color coding for pins.
Key enhancements include the introduction of:
- Type-A pin configuration for 4-pin VCSEL TO CAN packages
- High-speed VCSEL TOSA packages (8 Gbps and 10 Gbps) with LC and SC connectors
- Removal of minimum outer diameter restrictions to accommodate mini-TO CAN packages
Adhering to IEC 62148-15:2014 guarantees compatibility across printed circuit boards and panel-mounting setups.
Key Topics
- VCSEL Package Types: Specifies various package forms including TO CAN, TOSA with LC or SC connectors, and pigtail packages.
- Electrical Interfaces: Detailed terminal numbering and pin-function assignments for 3-pin and 4-pin configurations supporting high-speed data transmission.
- Optical Interfaces: Standards for optical connectors and pigtail interfaces to ensure seamless integration with fibre optic systems.
- Mechanical Dimensions: Precise physical outlines and dimensions for different VCSEL packages aiding mechanical interchangeability.
- Color Coding: Optional color coding schemes assist in identifying pin configurations for easier installation and maintenance.
- High-Speed Compatibility: Package designs optimized for data rates of 8 Gbps and above, addressing evolving communication needs.
Applications
IEC 62148-15:2014 is essential for manufacturers, system integrators, and designers involved in:
- Optical Telecommunication: Ensuring VCSEL laser assemblies fit industry-standard interfaces and packages for networking equipment.
- Data Transmission: Facilitating high-speed data link modules in data centers, enterprise networks, and optical interconnects.
- Printed Circuit Board Integration: Standardization of mountings and pin layouts streamlines PCB design and module replacement.
- Panel-Mounting Equipment: Guarantees mechanical compatibility when installing VCSEL devices onto panels, racks, or enclosures.
- Laser Component Manufacturing: Assists in producing compliant VCSEL packages that meet global industry requirements.
Implementing this standard reduces design iterations, enhances product interoperability, and supports reliable optical transmission performance.
Related Standards
IEC 62148-15 forms part of the broader IEC 62148 series which covers a range of fibre optic active component packaging and interface standards. Relevant complementary standards include:
- IEC 60825 – Safety of laser products
- IEC 61754 – Fibre optic connector interfaces
- IEC 61300 – Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components - Basic test and measurement procedures
- IEC 60793 – Optical fibres
- IEC 60794 – Optical fibre cables
These standards collectively cover optical safety, connector design, testing protocols, and cabling specifications, ensuring comprehensive guidance for optical communication components.
By following IEC 62148-15:2014, stakeholders in optical communication industries gain a reliable framework for discrete VCSEL laser packages supporting the latest high-speed telecommunication and data transmission technologies. This standard enhances global interoperability and device interchangeability, driving forward the development of robust and efficient optical networks.
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IEC 62148-15:2014 is a standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Its full title is "Fibre optic active components and devices - Package and interface standards - Part 15: Discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser packages". This standard covers: IEC 62148-15:2014 covers the physical dimension and interface specifications for the discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) devices in optical telecommunication and optical data transmission applications. The intent of this standard is to adequately specify the physical requirements of VCSEL devices that will enable mechanical interchangeability of laser devices or transmitters complying with this standard both at the printed circuit wiring board and for any panel-mounting requirement. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2009 and constitutes a technical revision. The significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition are as follows: - to include a type-A pin configuration in the 4-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages; - to introduce new package standards for high-speed (8 Gbps and 10 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA packages with LC and SC connectors; - to suggest optional colour codes for various pin configurations and; - to delete the requirement of the minimum dimension for the outer diameters of the TO CAN packages in order to accommodate recent mini-TO CAN packages. Keywords: discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) devices, optical telecommunication and optical data transmission applications
IEC 62148-15:2014 covers the physical dimension and interface specifications for the discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) devices in optical telecommunication and optical data transmission applications. The intent of this standard is to adequately specify the physical requirements of VCSEL devices that will enable mechanical interchangeability of laser devices or transmitters complying with this standard both at the printed circuit wiring board and for any panel-mounting requirement. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2009 and constitutes a technical revision. The significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition are as follows: - to include a type-A pin configuration in the 4-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages; - to introduce new package standards for high-speed (8 Gbps and 10 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA packages with LC and SC connectors; - to suggest optional colour codes for various pin configurations and; - to delete the requirement of the minimum dimension for the outer diameters of the TO CAN packages in order to accommodate recent mini-TO CAN packages. Keywords: discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) devices, optical telecommunication and optical data transmission applications
IEC 62148-15:2014 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.180.20 - Fibre optic interconnecting devices. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
IEC 62148-15:2014 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to IEC 62148-15:2021, IEC 62148-15:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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IEC 62148-15 ®
Edition 2.0 2014-05
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Fibre optic active components and devices – Package and interface standards –
Part 15: Discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser packages
Composants et dispositifs actifs à fibres optiques – Normes de boîtier et
d’interface –
Partie 15: Boîtiers individuels pour laser à cavité verticale émettant par
la surface
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IEC 62148-15 ®
Edition 2.0 2014-05
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Fibre optic active components and devices – Package and interface standards –
Part 15: Discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser packages
Composants et dispositifs actifs à fibres optiques – Normes de boîtier et
d’interface –
Partie 15: Boîtiers individuels pour laser à cavité verticale émettant par
la surface
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CODE PRIX S
ICS 33.180.20 ISBN 978-2-8322-1602-6
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 5
INTRODUCTION . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations . 8
3.1 Terms and definitions . 8
3.2 Abbreviations . 8
4 Classification . 9
5 Specification of the optical interface . 9
5.1 General . 9
5.2 Optical connector interface (type 1) . 9
5.3 Pigtail interface (type 3) . 9
6 Specifications of electrical interfaces . 9
6.1 General . 9
6.2 Electrical interface specifications for VCSEL TO CAN packages . 10
6.2.1 General . 10
6.2.2 Numbering of electrical terminals . 10
6.2.3 Electrical terminal assignment . 10
6.3 Electrical interface specifications for VCSEL TOSA package with a LC
connector . 10
6.3.1 General . 10
6.3.2 Numbering of electrical terminals . 11
6.3.3 Electrical terminal assignment . 11
6.4 Electrical interface specifications for VCSEL TOSA package with a SC
connector . 11
6.4.1 General . 11
6.4.2 Numbering of electrical terminals . 11
6.4.3 Electrical terminal assignment . 11
7 Outline. 12
7.1 General . 12
7.2 Outline of VCSEL TO CAN packages . 12
7.2.1 Drawings of case outline . 12
7.2.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TO CAN packages . 13
7.3 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at low
speed (below 8 Gbps) . 13
7.3.1 Drawings of case outline . 13
7.3.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at a
low speed (below 8 Gbps). 14
7.3.3 Optical receptacle LC style . 14
7.4 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at low
speed (below 8 Gbps) . 14
7.4.1 Drawings of case outline . 14
7.4.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at
low speed (below 8 Gbps). 15
7.4.3 Optical receptacle SC style . 15
7.5 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at high
speed (≥8 Gbps) . 15
7.5.1 Drawings of case outline . 15
7.5.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at
high speed (≥8 Gbps) . 16
7.6 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at high
speed (≥8 Gbps) . 17
7.6.1 Drawings of case outline . 17
7.6.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at
high speed (≥ 8 Gbps) . 18
7.7 Electrical terminals of high-speed (≥8 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA packages for
both cases with LC and SC connectors . 19
7.7.1 Pin out terminals . 19
7.7.2 Pad terminals . 20
7.8 Outlines of VCSEL pigtail package . 20
7.8.1 Drawings of case outline . 20
7.8.2 Dimensions of VCSEL pigtail package . 21
7.8.3 Optical connectors . 21
Bibliography . 22
Figure 1 – Electrical terminal numbering assignments of 3-pin and 4-pin type TO CAN
packages with optional colour code C for pin configuration . 10
Figure 2 – Electrical terminal numbering assignments of 3-pin and 4-pin type TOSA
packages with LC connector and with optional colour code C. 11
Figure 3 – Electrical terminal numbering assignments of 3-pin and 4-pin type TOSA
packages with SC connector and with optional colour code C . 11
Figure 4 – Schematic diagrams and pin-out of VCSEL TO CANs with flat window, with
ball lens, and with tilted window with optional colour code C on the bottom . 12
Figure 5 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with LC connector and with
optional colour code C on the bottom for use at low speed (below 8 Gbps) . 13
Figure 6 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector and with
optional colour code C on the bottom for use at low speed (below 8 Gbps) . 15
Figure 7 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with LC connector and with
optional colour code C for pin-type notation for use at high speed (>8 Gbps) . 16
Figure 8 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector and with
optional colour code C for pin-type notation for use at high speed (≥8 Gbps) . 18
Figure 9 – Schematic diagram and pin-out of VCSEL pigtail package with optional
colour code C . 21
Table 1 – Pin-function definitions of 4-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages . 10
Table 2 – Pin-function definitions of 3-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages . 10
Table 3 – Dimension of VCSEL TO CANs with flat window, ball lens and tilted window . 13
Table 4 – Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with LC connector for use at low
speed (below 8 Gbps) . 14
Table 5 – Dimension of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector for use at low speed
(below 8 Gbps) . 15
Table 6 – Dimension of VCSEL TOSA package with LC connector for use at high
speed (≥8 Gbps) . 16
Table 7 – Dimension of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector for use at high
speed (≥8 Gbps) . 19
Table 8 – Pin out terminals of VCSEL TOSA package with LC and SC connectors for
use at high speed (≥8 Gbps) . 20
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Table 9 – Pad terminals of VCSEL TOSA package with LC and SC connectors and with
flexible printed circuit board for use at high speed (≥8 Gbps) . 20
Table 10 – Dimensions of VCSEL pigtail package . 21
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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FIBRE OPTIC ACTIVE COMPONENTS AND DEVICES –
PACKAGE AND INTERFACE STANDARDS –
Part 15: Discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser packages
FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 62148-15 has been prepared by subcommittee 86C: Fibre optic
systems and active devices, of IEC technical committee 86: Fibre optics.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2009 and constitutes a
technical revision.
The significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition are as follows:
– to include a type-A pin configuration in the 4-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages;
– to introduce new package standards for high-speed (8 Gbps and 10 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA
packages with LC and SC connectors;
– to suggest optional colour codes for various pin configurations; and
– to delete the requirement of the minimum dimension for the outer diameters of the TO
CAN packages in order to accommodate recent mini-TO CAN packages.
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The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
CDV Report on voting
86C/1131/CDV 86C/1228/RVC
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
A list of all parts of the IEC 62148 series, published under the general title Fibre optic active
components and devices – Package and interface standards, can be found on the IEC
website.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
A list of all parts of the IEC 62148 series, published under the general title Fibre optic active
components and devices – Package and interface standards, can be found on the IEC
website.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the stability date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data
related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
INTRODUCTION
Fibre optic laser devices are used to convert electrical signals into optical signals. This
standard covers the physical dimension and interface for the discrete vertical cavity surface
emitting laser (VCSEL) packages.
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FIBRE OPTIC ACTIVE COMPONENTS AND DEVICES –
PACKAGE AND INTERFACE STANDARDS –
Part 15: Discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser packages
1 Scope
This part of IEC 62148 covers the physical dimension and interface specifications for the
discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) devices in optical telecommunication
and optical data transmission applications.
The intent of this standard is to adequately specify the physical requirements of VCSEL
devices that will enable mechanical interchangeability of laser devices or transmitters
complying with this standard both at the printed circuit wiring board and for any panel-
mounting requirement.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 60793-2 (all parts), Optical fibres – Part 2: Product specifications
IEC 60874 (all parts), Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components –
Connectors for optical fibres and cables
IEC 61754-4-1, Fibre optic connector interfaces – Part 4-1: Type SC connector family –
Simplified receptacle SC-PC connector interfaces
IEC 61754-20, Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components – Fibre optic
connector interfaces – Part 20: Type LC connector family
IEC 62148-1, Fibre optic active components and devices – Package and interface standards –
Part 1: General and guidance
ITU-T Recommendation G.652, Characteristics of a single-mode optical fibre and cable
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations
For the purpose of this document, the following terms, definitions and abbreviations apply.
3.1 Terms and definitions
3.1.1
pigtail package
package type of photonic devices which has a length of fibre attachment for both optical input
and output ports
3.2 Abbreviations
VCSEL vertical cavity surface emitting laser
PD photodiode
TOSA transmitter optical subassembly
TO transistor outline
CAN airtight sealed metal container (IEC 60747-1)
4 Classification
This part of IEC 62148, which gives the physical dimension and interface specifications for
the discrete vertical cavity surface emitting laser devices, specifies the interface of types 1
and 3 modules with direct solderable type electrical terminals.
Fibre optic transceiver modules are classified into five types of forms according to the
combination of mating types of electrical and optical interfaces. Details are described in
IEC 62148-1. The five types are as follows:
Type 1: fibre optic connector interface with direct solderable type electrical terminals.
Type 2: fibre optic connector interface with plug-in type electrical terminals.
Type 3: fibre optic pigtail interface with direct solderable type electrical terminals.
Type 4: fibre optic pigtail interface with plug-in type electrical terminals.
Type 5: modules are not classified into type 1 – type 4. (A typical example is a module that
has both electrical connectors and non-connector type terminals as an electrical
interface, such as a coaxial connector for signal and lead terminals for the power
supply.)
5 Specification of the optical interface
5.1 General
The intent of this standard is to adequately specify the physical requirements of a VCSEL
device that will enable mechanical interchangeability of laser devices or transmitters to this
specification both at the printed circuit board and for any panel mounting requirement.
5.2 Optical connector interface (type 1)
This standard applies to the LC and SC optical connector interfaces. Detailed dimensions of
the optical receptacle are specified in IEC 61754-20 and IEC 61754-4-1.
5.3 Pigtail interface (type 3)
All optical fibres defined in the IEC 60793-2 series and ITU-T Recommendation G.652 are
applicable.
All optical connectors defined in the IEC 60874 series are applicable, if a pigtail has to be
terminated with an optical connector.
6 Specifications of electrical interfaces
6.1 General
Specifications for the electrical interface of VCSEL TO CAN, TOSA and VCSEL pigtail
packages are described as follows.
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6.2 Electrical interface specifications for VCSEL TO CAN packages
6.2.1 General
The electrical interface in this standard defines only the basic functionality of each pin.
6.2.2 Numbering of electrical terminals
Pin numbering assignments are shown in Figure 1.
1 1
C C
2 4
3 3
IEC 1659/14
NOTE The electrical terminals as viewed from the bottom of the package module with pins underneath
Figure 1 – Electrical terminal numbering assignments of 3-pin and 4-pin type
TO CAN packages with optional colour code C for pin configuration
6.2.3 Electrical terminal assignment
Table 1 – Pin-function definitions of 4-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages
Pin number Function (VCSEL with a monitor photodiode)
Common cathode Common anode Float (type K) Float (type A)
1 VCSEL anode VCSEL cathode VCSEL anode VCSEL cathode
VCSEL cathode/PD VCSEL anode/PD
2 VCSEL cathode VCSEL anode
anode cathode
3 PD cathode PD anode PD cathode PD cathode
4 Ground/case (option) Ground/case (option) PD anode/case PD anode/case
Optional colour
Blue Red Green Black
code (C)
Table 2 – Pin-function definitions of 3-pin type VCSEL TO CAN packages
Function (VCSEL with a monitor photodiode)
Pin number
Common anode Common cathode
1 VCSEL cathode VCSEL anode
2 VCSEL anode/PD cathode VCSEL cathode/PD anode
3 PD anode PD cathode
Optional colour code (C) Red Blue
6.3 Electrical interface specifications for VCSEL TOSA package with a LC connector
6.3.1 General
The electrical interface in this standard defines only the basic functionality of each pin.
6.3.2 Numbering of electrical terminals
Pin numbering assignments are shown in Figure 2.
1 2 1 2
C C
3 4 3
IEC 1660/14
NOTE The electrical terminals as viewed from the bottom of the package module with pins underneath
Figure 2 – Electrical terminal numbering assignments of 3-pin and 4-pin type
TOSA packages with LC connector and with optional colour code C
6.3.3 Electrical terminal assignment
The pin-function definitions of the 3-pin and 4-pin type VCSEL TOSA packages with a LC
connector are the same as those of the VCSEL TO CAN packages as specified in Tables 1
and 2.
6.4 Electrical interface specifications for VCSEL TOSA package with a SC connector
6.4.1 General
The electrical interface in this standard defines only the basic functionality of each pin.
6.4.2 Numbering of electrical terminals
Pin numbering assignments are shown in Figure 3.
1 1
C C
2 4 2
3 3
IEC 1661/14
NOTE The electrical terminals as viewed from the bottom of the package module with pins underneath
Figure 3 – Electrical terminal numbering assignments of 3-pin and 4-pin type TOSA
packages with SC connector and with optional colour code C
6.4.3 Electrical terminal assignment
The pin-function definitions of the 3-pin and 4-pin type VCSEL TOSA packages with a SC
connector are the same as those of the VCSEL TO CAN packages as specified in Tables 1
and 2.
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7 Outline
7.1 General
The outline, dimensions and electrical interface of VCSEL TO CAN, TOSA and VCSEL pigtail
packages are described as follows.
7.2 Outline of VCSEL TO CAN packages
7.2.1 Drawings of case outline
Case outline drawings of VCSEL TO CAN packages are shown in Figure 4.
A
A
l
l
A
K
K
Øb Øb
2 2
IEC 1662/14
IEC 1663/14
Figure 4a – Outside drawing of TO CAN Figure 4b – Outside drawing of TO CAN
with flat window with ball lens
l
B
α
Øb
IEC 1664/14
Figure 4c – Outside drawing of TO CAN with tilted window
β β
1 1
C C
3 Øc
Øa Øa
Øc
IEC 1665/14 IEC 1666/14
Figure 4d – 3-pin type TO CAN Figure 4e – 4-pin type TO CAN
pin configuration pin configuration
Figure 4 – Schematic diagrams and pin-out of VCSEL TO CANs with flat window,
with ball lens, and with tilted window with optional colour code C on the bottom
ØD
ØD
ØD
ØD
ØD
ØD
7.2.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TO CAN packages
Dimensions of VCSEL TO CANs are specified in Table 3.
Table 3 – Dimension of VCSEL TO CANs with flat window, ball lens and tilted window
Dimensions
mm
Reference Notes
Minimum Maximum
φ D 5,84
φ D 3,54 4,95
A 2,65 3,75 TO 46
A 3,40 3,85
Only for ball lens types
A
4,10 4,70
B 3,30 4,27 Tilted window type only
K – 1,0
l
12,0 14,5
φ b 0,40 0,50
α 14 30 Degree (tilted window type only)
89 91
β
φ a 2,50 2,60 Degree
φ c 0,4 1,3
7.3 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at low speed
(below 8 Gbps)
7.3.1 Drawings of case outline
Case outline drawings of VCSEL TOSA packages are shown in Figure 5.
g
Optical plane
a
Section A-A
ØD
A
b
C
c
m
Øc A
Øa l
d
IEC 1667/14
Figure 5 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with LC connector and
with optional colour code C on the bottom for use at low speed (below 8 Gbps)
h
i
j
k
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7.3.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at a low
speed (below 8 Gbps)
The dimensions of the low speed (<8 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector are
specified in Table 4.
Table 4 – Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with
LC connector for use at low speed (below 8 Gbps)
Dimensions
mm
Reference Notes
Minimum Maximum
a 1,24 1,30
b 3,33 3,43
c
3,99 4,09
d 7,24
g 5,87 6,01
h
6,12 6,34
6,55 6,65
φ D
φ a 2,50 2,60
φ c 0,4 1,3
i 2,44 2,60 Pedestal diameter
j 2,89 2,95
k
5,03 5,13
l 12,5 14,5
m 4,12 4,22
7.3.3 Optical receptacle LC style
Refer to IEC 61754-20.
7.4 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at low speed
(below 8 Gbps)
7.4.1 Drawings of case outline
Case outline drawings of VCSEL TOSA packages are shown in Figure 6.
Optical plane
a
c
ØD
d
l
b Section A-A
A
C
Øa
f
Øc
A
IEC 1668/14
Figure 6 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector and
with optional colour code C on the bottom for use at low speed (below 8 Gbps)
7.4.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at low
speed (below 8 Gbps)
The dimensions of the low speed (<8 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector are
specified in Table 5.
Table 5 – Dimension of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector for use
at low speed (below 8 Gbps)
Dimensions
mm
Reference Notes
Minimum Maximum
a 5,30 8,56
b
6,25 6,61
c 6,68 8,05
d 1,30
f
0,1 0,57 25° chamfer
g 4,39 4,79
h 6,2 6,30
φ D 7,30 8,10
φ a 2,50 2,60
φ c 0,4 1,3
l
12,0 14,5
7.4.3 Optical receptacle SC style
Refer to IEC 61754-4-1.
7.5 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at high speed (≥8
Gbps)
7.5.1 Drawings of case outline
Case outline drawings of VCSEL TOSA packages with LC connector are shown in Figure 7.
g
h
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β
ØD
e
α
Øc
C
Øa
h
IEC 1669/14
Figure 7 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with LC connector and with
optional colour code C for pin-type notation for use at high speed (>8 Gbps)
7.5.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector for use at high
speed (≥8 Gbps)
The dimensions of the high speed (>8 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA package with an LC connector are
specified in Table 6.
Table 6 – Dimension of VCSEL TOSA package with LC connector for use
at high speed (≥8 Gbps)
Dimensions
mm
Reference Notes
Minimum Maximum
a
1,24 1,30
b 3,29 3,48
c 3,99 4,09
d 6,79 7,52
g 5,89 5,99
h 5,89 5,99
φ D 6,26 6,65
2,50 2,59
φ a
φ c 0,20 0,30
i Pedestal diameter
j 2,88 2,95
k 5,00 5,12
l 1,2
m
4,12 5,10
y 0,20
z 0,7
α 55° 59° Angle
β 80° 84° Angle
e 1,35 1,45
L 13,80 14,26
q
1,95 2,34
R 0,45 0,55
s 0,85 1,01
g
Dimensions
mm
Reference Notes
Minimum Maximum
t 0,25 0,51
u 0,63 0,99
v 0,74 0,84
w 0,39 0,50
x 0,35 0,45
y
4,79 4,89
φ f 0,35 3 and 2 holes
7.6 Outlines of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at high speed
(≥8 Gbps)
7.6.1 Drawings of case outline
Case outline drawings of VCSEL TOSA packages with SC connector are shown in Figure 8.
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h
g
f
Optical plane
Ground plane
Signal plane
L
q
ØD
s
Øf
R1
P6
P5
P4
C
P3
P2
P1
t
Øa
u
IEC 1670/14
β
ØD
e
α
Øc
C
h
Øa
IEC 1671/14
Figure 8 – Schematic diagram of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector and with
optional colour code C for pin-type notation for use at high speed (≥8 Gbps)
7.6.2 Dimensions of VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector for use at high
speed (≥ 8 Gbps)
The dimensions of the high speed (≥8 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA package with an SC connector are
specified in Table 7.
a
c
d
l2
b
y2
v x
w z
y1
Table 7 – Dimension of VCSEL TOSA package with SC connector
for use at high speed (≥8 Gbps)
Dimensions
mm
Reference Notes
Minimum Maximum
a 5,0 5,64
b 6,41
c 6,45 8,05
d 1,02 1,14
f 25° chamfer
g 4,59 4,74
h
6,18 6,30
7,21 8,05
φ D
φ a 2,50 2,59
φ c 0,40 0,50
l 0,85 1,05
y 0,11 0,16
z
0,46 0,56
Angle
α 55° 59°
Angle
β 80° 84°
e 1,35 1,45
L
14,35 15,05
q 1,95 2,34
R 0,45 0,55
s 0,85 1,01
t 0,25 0,51
u 0,63 0,99
v 0,74 0,84
w 0,39 0,50
x 0,35 0,45
y 4,79 4,89
φ f 0,35 3 and 2 holes
7.7 Electrical terminals of high-speed (≥8 Gbps) VCSEL TOSA packages for both
cases with LC and SC connectors
7.7.1 Pin out terminals
Pin out terminals of VCSEL TOSA packages with LC and SC connectors are shown in Table 8.
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Table 8 – Pin out terminals of VCSEL TOSA package
with LC and SC connectors for use at high speed (≥8 Gbps)
Pin number Function (A-type) Function (K-type)
1 VCSEL anode VCSEL cathode
2 PD cathode PD cathode
3 PD anode PD anode
4 VCSEL cathode VCSEL anode
5 Case/ground Case/ground
Optional colour code (C) Yellow Violet
7.7.2 Pad terminals
Pad terminals of VCSEL TOSA packages with LC and SC connectors and with a flexible
printed circuit board are shown in Table 9.
Table 9 – Pad terminals of VCSEL TOSA package with LC and SC connectors
and with flexible printed circuit board for use at high speed (≥8 Gbps)
PAD number Function (A-type) Function (K-type)
1 PD cathode PD cathode
2 Case/ground Case/ground
3 VCSEL anode VCSEL cathode
4 VCSEL cathode VCSEL anode
5 Case/ground Case/ground
6 PD anode PD anode
Optional colour code (C) Yellow Violet
7.8 Outlines of VCSEL pigtail package
7.8.1 Drawings of case outline
Case outline drawings of VCSEL pigtail packages are shown in Figure 9.
Øβ
Øa
C
b
g
a c
IEC 1672/14
Figure 9 – Schematic diagram and pin-out of VCSEL pigtail package
with optional colour code C
7.8.2 Dimensions of VCSEL pigtail package
The dimensions of the VCSEL pigtail package are specified in Table 10.
Table 10 – Dimensions of VCSEL pigtail package
Dimensions
mm
Reference Notes
Minimum Maximum
2,5 2,6 Diameter
φ a
2,2 2,6 Diameter
φ β
a 26,3 26,7
b 3,3 4,2
c 12,0 14,5
d 7,8 8,2
e 12,5 12,9
f 16,8 17,2
g 7,8 8,2
7.8.3 Optical connectors
Refer to IEC 61754-4-1 and IEC 61754-20.
d
e
f
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SOMMAIRE
AVANT-PROPOS . 27
INTRODUCTION . 29
1 Domaine d’application . 30
2 Références normatives . 30
3 Termes, définitions et abréviations . 30
3.1 Termes et définitions . 31
3.2 Abréviations . 31
4 Classification . 31
5 Spécification de l'interface optique . 31
5.1 Généralités . 31
5.2 Interface de connecteur optique (type 1) . 32
5.3 Interface des fibres amorces (type 3) . 32
6 Spécifications des interfaces électriques . 32
6.1 Généralités . 32
6.2 Spécifications de l'interface électrique relative aux boîtiers VCSEL TO CAN . 32
6.2.1 Généralités . 32
6.2.2 Numérotation des bornes électriques . 32
6.2.3 Affectation des bornes électriques . 33
6.3 Spécifications de l'interface électrique relative aux boîtiers VCSEL TOSA
avec connecteur LC . 33
6.3.1 Généralités . 33
6.3.2 Numérotation des bornes électriques . 33
6.3.3 Affectation des bornes électriques . 34
6.4 Spécifications de l'interface électrique relative aux boîtiers VCSEL TOSA
avec connecteur SC . 34
6.4.1 Généralités . 34
6.4.2 Numérotation des bornes électriques . 34
6.4.3 Affectation des bornes électr
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