Last Updated: August 16, 2025
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Band Description |
Wavelength Range (nm) |
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850 Multimode Window |
800-910 |
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O Original |
1260-1360 |
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E Extended |
1360-1460 |
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S Short |
1460-1530 |
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C Conventional (EDFA Window) |
1530-1565 |
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L Long (Extended EDFA) |
1565-1625 |
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U Ultra Long Haul |
1625-1675 |
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