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Precision Alignment and Coupling SystemDesigned for optical-electrical packaging

产品介绍

Precision Alignment and Coupling System
Designed for optical-electrical packaging of semiconductor chips, silicon photonic devices, and other passive components, this system provides a highly stable platform for coupling optical fibers (single fiber or FA arrays) with devices such as silicon photonic chips, PLC splitters, AWG arrays, WDM modules, and collimators. It is widely used in both cutting-edge research and industrial production.

The system integrates precision adjustment stages, device fixtures, a chip stage (with optional temperature control), multi-axis microscope observation modules, light sources, optical platforms, optical power meters, probe holders, and UV curing systems. With comprehensive functionality and user-friendly operation, the system supports custom solutions tailored to specific application needs.

The PWS-10M features a fully manual control scheme for high-precision coupling with excellent cost performance. Its modular configuration allows flexible selection based on user needs. Ideal for university and institute-level research, the system also supports optional modules like adhesive dispensing and UV curing, making it suitable for industrial-level packaging applications.

Core Modules:

  • 6-axis precision manual adjustment stage

  • Custom fixtures for optical fibers, waveguide chips, etc.

  • 4-axis adjustable chip stage (optional temperature control)

  • Multi-dimensional microscopic observation system

  • Supporting components: probe holders, optical platforms, light sources, optical power meters, dispensers, UV curing units, etc.

Technical Advantages:

  • Modular design, configurable to match specific application needs

  • Equipped with imported 6-axis stage, coarse/fine tuning with submicron precision

  • User-friendly operation, full workflow completed on a single platform

  • Broad compatibility, supporting silicon photonics, PLC, AWG, WDM, and more

  • Custom solutions available based on user requirements

Module Selection & Specifications:

 
ModuleModelQtyDescription / Key Specs
Custom FixturesALF-D1Supports single fiber/FA arrays, horizontal or vertical. Includes mechanical/TEC-compatible or vacuum mounting options.
4-Axis Chip StageFDM301X/Y travel: 13 mm, Z: 6 mm, with 360° rotation. Integrated high-resolution imaging system for precise alignment.
Microscopic Imaging SystemLMU-FL2/34D movement, working distance: 86 mm; 2MP digital camera with live imaging & software. With manual XY stage (travel: 50 mm), accuracy up to 1 μm.
Optical TablePLGZT1High-rigidity PLGZT platform, size customizable. Optional vibration isolation and light shielding box.
Probe HolderTPLS-UN2/4Magnetic base; 3-axis manual stage, travel: 13 mm, resolution: 1 μm. Optional coaxial or angled head with pad height adjustment.
Optional Modules--Light source, optical power meter, UV curing unit, epoxy dispenser, etc.

Software Interface:

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Coupling Workflow

Example: PLC Chip-to-Fiber Alignment

  1. Mechanical Setup:Mount the fiber array and chip on the platform using fixtures. Align each component’s plane and height, ensuring coplanarity and initial positioning accuracy. Fine-tune all axes to minimize angular and positional offsets for optimal coupling.

  2. Initial Optical Alignment:Perform coarse optical alignment along X and Y axes. Use live imaging (overlay of oblique and coaxial views) to assess misalignment. Adjust until the input/output ports of the fiber and chip are well aligned and focused. Light coupling signal appears on the CCD once aligned.

  3. Visual Monitoring:With low-power light coupled into the device, monitor the near-field output (typ. 100–200 μm distance) to evaluate alignment. Adjust rotational angle and height as needed. Use image-based alignment and feedback to iteratively optimize coupling. Fine adjustments are made in ≤10 μm steps.

  4. Signal Optimization:Inject signal light and monitor output power to perform fine tuning. Ensure coupling loss is minimized. Complete alignment of each channel one by one.

  5. UV Curing:Once alignment is complete, apply UV curing to fix the device.

  6. Device Removal:Release the fixture, remove the bonded device, and proceed to testing.

Application fields:

Widely applied in core fields such as scientific research and industrial production.  coupling for silicon photonic waveguidesoptical fibers (single fiber / FA arrays)AWGWDMPLCcollimatorscovering a wide range of photonic integration needs.

PLCTS provides customized optical coupling solutions tailored to your specific application needs.For more information, please contact us directly.

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