OPTICAL MEMS

Sercalo is the Market Leader in Optical MEMS Components.

OUR OPTICAL MEMS SOLUTIONS

Since 1999 Sercalo Microtechnology Ltd. supplies cutting edge optical MEMS solutions to a variety of industries ranging from fiber optics to aerospace and watchmaking. Sercalo is the market leader in MEMS components for optical Test and Measurement and Network surveillance. Sercalo products, including MEMS Fiber Optic Switches, Attenuators and Tunable Filters, are the solution of choice where high reliability and long-term stability are required. In recent years, new designs of MEMS Micro-Mirrors for beam steering and scanning were introduced. Such dual axes MEMS mirrors are used in optical scanning sensors such as Optical Coherence Tomography, scanning LiDARs for autonomous driving and inter-satellite communication to name just a few.

Optical MEMS Switches

OPTICAL MEMS SWITCHES

Sercalo’s optical MEMS switches are proposed in single mode, multimode or PM fibers, at wavelengths from 600 μm up to 1600 μm, latching or non-latching.
Their extremely high reliability matches with demanding applications in Telecom, Datacom, Sensor Networks, Instruments, Test and Measurement.

SMALL SIZE MEMS MIRRORS

Sercalo produces MEMS Micro mirrors. Electrostatic driven MEMS mirrors are conceived for applications with high pointing stability requirements. They are best suited in applications where small size and low power consumption are important. What is your application?

Sercalo proposes a custom service for the production of your MEMS MICRO MIRROR.

Optical MEMS Mirrors
Optical MEMS Tunable Filters

MEMS TUNABLE OPTICAL FILTERS

Sercalo proposes tunable filters for 100GHz and 50GHz ITU grid for reconfigurable optical add/drop multiplexers or spectroscopic applications. Available bands are O, C and L bands.

The miniature package (1.5 cm3) withstands rugged environments.

MEMS FIBER OPTIC ACCELEROMETER

MEMS FIBER OPTIC ACCELEROMETER

Sercalo manufactures fiber optical accelerometers in which the displacement of a MEMS seismic mass is converted into an optical signal, proportional to the acceleration, and transferred by an optical fiber to the remote electronics.

The sensor head is packaged either in stainless steel or ceramic material (MACOR) housing. The sensor is conceived for harsh environment.

Optical MEMS fiber optic accelerometer
Optical MEMS Variable Optical Attenuator

MINIATURE MEMS VARIABLE OPTICAL ATTENUATORS

Sercalo's miniature MEMS Variable Optical Attenuator is based on an electrostatic MEMS mirror. The miniature package is one of the smallest in the industry. It is optimized for low cost production while maintaining high reliability comparable to a solid state device.

Long term stability and excellent reliability are assured by using laser welding techniques for the component assembly.

GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION NETWORK FOR OPTICAL MEMS

Dear customer,

We are proud and grateful for the trust you place in our products.

Wishing to cater to your demands and those of a changing market, you have the possibility to find Sercalo MEMS products through our global distribution network.

Do you have a special requirement for any of our optical MEMS components? Sercalo offers personalized service for the production of optical MEMS. Please do not hesitate to contact us.

Optical MEMS by Sercalo Microtechnology Ltd.

Optical MEMS: A Brief Overview

Optical MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) are tiny devices that combine mechanical elements with optical components, enabling them to manipulate light in various ways. These devices are fabricated using microfabrication techniques similar to those employed in integrated circuit manufacturing, allowing for precise control over their dimensions and features.
 

Key Characteristics of Optical MEMS

  • Miniaturization: Optical MEMS devices are incredibly small, often measuring just a few microns in size. This miniaturization enables the development of compact and lightweight optical systems.
  • Scalability: Microfabrication techniques allow for mass production of optical MEMS devices at relatively low cost.
  • Functionality: Optical MEMS devices can perform a wide range of optical functions, including:
    • Light direction: MEMS mirrors and gratings can redirect light beams.
    • Light modulation: MEMS modulators can alter the intensity or phase of light.
    • Light filtering: MEMS filters can selectively pass or block specific wavelengths of light.

Applications of Optical MEMS

Optical MEMS devices have a wide range of potential applications, including:
  • Telecommunications: Optical MEMS switches are used to route optical signals in telecommunications networks.
  • Displays: MEMS projectors employ micromirror arrays to generate images.
  • Sensors: MEMS sensors can measure various physical parameters, such as pressure, acceleration, and gas composition, using optical principles.
  • Medical Imaging: Optical MEMS are used in endoscopes and other medical imaging devices to provide high-resolution images.
  • Aerospace and Defense: Optical MEMS devices are used in laser systems, navigation equipment, and optical communications systems for aerospace and defense applications.
Optical MEMS technology is a rapidly developing field with the potential to revolutionize various industries. As research and development continue, we can expect to see even more innovative and transformative applications for optical MEMS devices in the years to come.
 
 

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