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# Pickering 40-855-012 MEMS Fiber Optic PXI Switch

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## Summary

- Manufacturer: Pickering
- Model: 40-855-012
- Condition: Used and in Excellent Condition
- Price: $2,995.00 USD
- Availability: In stock, 1 available
- Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee
- ITAR restricted: No
- Shipping weight: 3.5 lb, estimated
- Shipping dimensions: 14X14X6 in, estimated

## Categories

- Test Equipment > Optical Test > Optical Switches (primary)
- Military and Embedded Equipment > Embedded & Industrial > PXI

## Details

### Configuration

- Version: Single 2 Channel Fiber MUX
- Width: 1 Slot
- Connectors: FC/APC

## Function

High-speed optical signal routing device utilizing MEMS mirror technology to switch optical paths between two fiber channels in multiplexing configuration. Provides bidirectional switching capability with low insertion loss and high isolation between channels. Features single-slot PXI/PXIe form factor for modular test system integration with FC/APC connectorization ensuring low back-reflection. Supports wavelength-independent operation across standard telecom bands. Commonly deployed in automated fiber optic test systems, optical network monitoring, protection switching applications, and laboratory photonic characterization setups requiring programmable optical path reconfiguration.

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