OptoTEC™ MBX Series

OptoTEC™ MBX Series

Optical transceivers can beat the heat in the era of high-speed data centers


The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models has led to a surge in demand for high-speed optical transceivers within data centers and AI cluster computers. With transceiver speeds scaling from 100 Gbps to 400 Gbps to 800 Gbps, and future roadmaps pointing beyond 1.6 Tbps, efficient thermal management is critical to ensure performance, reliability, and energy efficiency.

 





Laird Thermal Systems Announces New Line of Micro Thermoelectric Coolers for Next Generation Optoelectronic Packages


November 12, 2024 - Laird Thermal Systems launches the OptoTEC™ MBX Series, a new line of micro thermoelectric coolers for high-performance space-constrained optoelectronic applications. Leveraging next-generation thermoelectric materials and advanced process automation, the MBX Series offers innovative configurations designed for integration into TO-Can, TOSA, and Butterfly packages.




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OptoTEC™ MBX Series Test Protocol

The OptoTEC MBX Series is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler that utilizes next-generation thermoelectric materials to boost cooling performance over standard product offerings. Process controls have been enhanced to assure repeatability and long-life operation in temperature stabilization applications for optoelectronics used within telecom and industrial laser markets.




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MBX28-71-F1A-0606-GG-W0

The MBX28-71-F1A-0606-GG-W0 is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler. The MBX28-71-F1A-0606-GG-W0 is primarily used in applications to stabilize the temperature of sensitive optical components in the telecom and photonics industries. It has a maximum Qc of 15.3 Watts when ΔT = 0 and a maximum ΔT of 72.9 °C at Qc = 0.


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MBX27-64-F2A-0904-GG-W0

The MBX27-64-F2A-0904-GG-W0 is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler. The MBX27-64-F2A-0904-GG-W0 is primarily used in applications to stabilize the temperature of sensitive optical components in the telecom and photonics industries. It has a maximum Qc of 13.2 Watts when ΔT = 0 and a maximum ΔT of 72.9 °C at Qc = 0.


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MBX18-72-F2A-0606-GG-W0

The MBX18-72-F2A-0606-GG-W0 is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler. The MBX18-72-F2A-0606-GG-W0 is primarily used in applications to stabilize the temperature of sensitive optical components in the telecom and photonics industries. It has a maximum Qc of 9.2 Watts when ΔT = 0 and a maximum ΔT of 72.9 °C at Qc = 0.


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MBX18-67-F2A-0904-GG-W0

The MBX18-67-F2A-0904-GG-W0 is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler. The MBX18-67-F2A-0904-GG-W0 is primarily used in applications to stabilize the temperature of sensitive optical components in the telecom and photonics industries. It has a maximum Qc of 8.9 Watts when ΔT = 0 and a maximum ΔT of 72.9 °C at Qc = 0.


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MBX18-66-F2A-0904-GG-W0

The MBX18-66-F2A-0904-GG-W0 is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler. The MBX18-66-F2A-0904-GG-W0 is primarily used in applications to stabilize the temperature of sensitive optical components in the telecom and photonics industries. It has a maximum Qc of 8.8 Watts when ΔT = 0 and a maximum ΔT of 72.9 °C at Qc = 0.


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MBX25-59-F2A-0505-GG-W0

The MBX25-59-F2A-0505-GG-W0 is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler. The MBX25-59-F2A-0505-GG-W0 is primarily used in applications to stabilize the temperature of sensitive optical components in the telecom and photonics industries. It has a maximum Qc of 8.3 Watts when ΔT = 0 and a maximum ΔT of 72.9 °C at Qc = 0.


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MBX21-45-F2N-0505-GG-W0

The MBX21-45-F2N-0505-GG-W0 is a high-performance, miniature thermoelectric cooler. The MBX21-45-F2N-0505-GG-W0 is primarily used in applications to stabilize the temperature of sensitive optical components in the telecom and photonics industries. It has a maximum Qc of 6.3 Watts when ΔT = 0 and a maximum ΔT of 72.9 °C at Qc = 0.


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