3 Gbps, 3.3V Laser Driver

The M02066 is a highly integrated, programmable laser driver intended for short-reach SONET/SDH applications. Using differential PECL data and clock inputs, the M02066 supplies the bias and modulation current for driving an edge-emitting laser. The modulation output can be DC coupled to the laser diode, giving a significant power savings over AC coupled operation. The modulation current is temperature-compensated to minimize variation in extinction ratio over temperature.