Wavelength-Division Multiplexers (WDM)

Why Choose Corning for Wavelength Division Multiplexers (WDM)?

Why Choose Corning for Wavelength Division Multiplexers (WDM)?

Corning’s R&D scientists are constantly searching for new ways to improve wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) technology. Close collaboration with our customers and our proven expertise across fiber, cable, and connectivity ensure you’ll get solutions that are smarter, denser, faster, and easier to install.

Corning also offers industry-leading support services, with national engineering contracts and a network construction master services agreement in place to help deploy your projects. We’ll work with you on a custom WDM solution that meets your specific needs.
 

See our interactive portfolio of WDM connectivity solutions. They’re built right into our inside and outside plant products for seamless integration into your network.

 

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Your Wavelength Division Multiplexing Journey

I’m New to WDM

I’m new to WDM

Need the 101 on Wavelength Division Multiplexing? You’ve come to the right place. Learn how WDM can increase your fiber capacity.
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I’m New to WDM

I’m curious about Corning’s WDM offerings

You know WDM, but you’re new to Corning’s solutions. Learn why we’re the ideal partner to level up your network.
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I’m Need a Custom WDM Solution

I need a custom WDM solution

You know we do WDM, you need a custom WDM solution attuned to your specific needs, and you’re wondering if we’re the right choice for the job. Find out why we are.

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Explore Corning’s Interactive Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) Portfolio

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What Environments Benefit from Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM)?

Passive Optical Network (PON)

Passive Optical Network (PON)

With the evolution of Gigabit passive optical networks (GPON) to 10G and beyond, multiple PON technologies are operating on the same optical distribution network (ODN). We can help you plan and choose the right products to overlay these different PONs effectively.

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Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial (HFC) Network

Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial (HFC) Network

As multiple system operators (MSOs) drive fiber deeper, all the way to the home, for both brown and greenfield builds, our WDM portfolio is ready to help you seize the opportunity in the next evolution of your network.

 

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Data Center

Data Center

In ultra-high-density environments, like hyperscale data centers, making the most of every square inch is a must. WDM lets you increase capacity and lower latency within your existing footprint.

 

Artificial Intelligence and the Impact on Our Data Centers >

Long-Haul, Back-Haul, and Radio Access Network (RAN)

Long-Haul, Back-Haul, and Radio Access Network (RAN)

WDM technology is at the forefront of mobility network evolution, helping you maximize your fiber utilization to meet customers’ ever-increasing, day-to-day bandwidth demands.

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Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)

Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)

Low insertion loss, low channel crosstalk, high return loss, high stability, and high reliability–our WDM products have everything you need to fulfill your customers’ parameters.

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WDM At Home Learning

WDM At Home Learning

In these videos, our experts break down wavelength division multiplexing to help you get the most from your fiber. We’re covering the following topics in our first set of bite-sized videos:

WDM – Just the Basics

The basics of wave division multiplexing as explained by Jason Morris at Corning.  It’s as easy as driving a car!

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Electromagnetic Spectrum Reviewed

Join David Kozischek (Koz) with Corning as he explains the electromagnetic spectrum creating a better understanding of wavelengths/channels utilized in WDM technologies.

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Thin Film Filters 101

Thin Film Filter, TFF, is one of two technologies used to mux and demux wavelengths.  Here Corning’s Benoit Fleury discusses the technology behind the device and explains why it’s the technology of choice when deploying WDM filters.

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Arrayed Waveguide Grating

Arrayed Waveguide Grating, AWG, is one of two technologies used to mux and demux wavelengths.  Here Corning’s Benoit Fleury discusses the technology behind the device.

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DWDM in the OSP

Here Mark Hess with Corning takes a few minutes to discuss DWDM filters as they are utilized in the outside plant.

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Viavi Channel Verification

Viavi’s Mark Leupold takes a few minutes to review their latest channel verification tool OCC-4056C.

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Viavi DWDM OTDR

Viavi’s Mark Leupold takes a few minutes to review their Wavescan® technology and how it helps with tracing various channels.

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