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GoPhotonics features a wide range of Optical Delay Line solutions designed to provide precise control of signal timing in advanced photonic and RF-over-fiber systems. These optical delay lines operate across key telecom and RF wavelength bands such as 1310 nm, 1550 nm, and 1260 nm - 1650 nm, and enable controlled time-delay manipulation for accurate signal synchronization and processing. They support applications including radar system testing, phased array antenna systems, phase noise analysis, optical network evaluation, and signal calibration in laboratory environments.

Across different architectures, these solutions provide fixed, variable, and switched delay functionalities with nanosecond-level resolution, multi-step delay control, and high-frequency signal handling capability extending into microwave and RF domains. Their capabilities make them essential components in modern photonic systems used for radar simulation, wireless system testing, electronic warfare applications, optical communications, and precision measurement platforms requiring accurate and stable delay control.

AFODa-b-c-d-e/e - Optical Delay Line for Signal Processing Applications

The AFODa-b-c-d-e/e is an optical delay line from YOFC operates at wavelengths of 1310 nm and 1550 nm. It is designed for RF signal processing applications including radar system testing, phased array antennas, phase noise testing, signal processing, and test and calibration laboratory use. It provides optical delay control with multiple delay steps and supports high-frequency signal handling along with remote control interfaces for system integration.

SWITCHED RF DELAY SYSTEM - Optical Delay Line for Phased Array Antenna System Applications

The SWITCHED RF DELAY SYSTEM is an optical delay line from Optical Zonu is an optical delay line operating in the frequency range of 10 kHz - 50 GHz and is designed for phased array antenna system applications. It supports fast switching behavior in the millisecond range with fine delay resolution at the nanosecond level and enables multiple discrete delay states for RF signal control. It supports modular architecture with hot-swappable optical switch and RF-over-fiber components and enables flexible remote control through GUI, web interface, SSH CLI, and SNMP based network management. It is used in radar system calibration, wireless system simulation, and phased array antenna system testing and deployment.

Ka Band Optical Delay Lines - Optical Delay Line for Altimeter Applications

The Ka Band Optical Delay Lines is an optical delay line from RFOptic operate in the frequency range of 1 GHz - 40 GHz and define a structured RF delay behavior through multiple delay segments and discrete delay steps, enabling controlled delay variation across a wide range of signal timing states. The specifications indicate precise delay handling with nanosecond-level accuracy and repeatability, along with stable gain characteristics and controlled variation across delay states. The system also specifies low spurious performance and defined impedance matching for consistent RF signal integrity, along with switching behavior suitable for rapid delay state transitions. These specifications collectively indicate suitability for radar calibration, signal and phase noise processing, radar range extension, clutter cancellation, electronic warfare systems, and altimeter applications.

MP-6000 - Fixed & Variable Optical Delay Line for Signal Processing Applications

The MP-6000 is a fixed and variable optical delay line from Microwave Photonic Systems operates at wavelengths of 1310 nm and 1550 nm and is designed for RF signal processing applications. It supports a frequency range of 10 MHz - 22 GHz and provides both fixed and variable optical delay control for flexible signal timing. The system enables precise delay management from nanosecond to microsecond scale with stable accuracy and dynamic performance. It supports multiple fiber types including SM, PM, DSF, DCF and others, and is intended for use in radar target simulation, phased array antennas, phase noise testing, signal processing, and laboratory calibration applications.

SM1-22-B-50-BX1 - Optical Delay Line for Network Testing Applications

The SM1-22-B-50-BX1 is an optical delay line from AFW Technologies operates at wavelengths of 1260 nm - 1650 nm and is designed using G.652.D single-mode fiber with a 50 m configuration. It specifies low insertion loss performance and supports FC/UPC connector compatibility, indicating stable optical signal transmission characteristics. The system is designed for compact integration and is intended for optical network testing and analysis, fiber laser applications, and time delay based measurements.

With its portfolio of RF-over-fiber systems, switched optical delay lines, and modular microwave photonic architectures, Optical Zonu enables precise RF signal timing control, high-speed optical switching, and scalable delay management across advanced communication and sensing platforms. Its focus on timing accuracy, system modularity, and operational scalability makes it a key provider for phased array antennas, radar calibration and simulation, wireless system testing, electronic warfare, and advanced RF photonic signal processing applications.

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