
Advance Data Sheet
November 2000
The P171-Type PIN/Preamp features a rear -illuminated planar
diode structure with low capacitance.
Features
■
Low-profile, 4-lead mini-DIL package:
— Suitable for SONET applications
■
Optional differential output in a 6-lead mini-DIL
package
■
Transimpedance amplifier with automatic gain
control (AGC)
■
Metal package:
— Offers superior shielding for high noise
immunity
■
High performance:
— High speed (<0.5 ns typical rise and fall time)
— High responsivity (0.85 A/W typical)
— Low dark current
■
Planar structure for high reliability
■
Wavelength: 1.1 µ m—1.6 µ m
■
50 µ m core multimode fiber
■
Wide operating temperature range:
— –40 ° C to +85 ° C
■
Wide bandwidth
■
Qualification program:
Telcordia Technologies
*
TA-NWT-983
■
Typical sensitivity:
— –38 dBm at 155 Mbits/s
— –33 dBm at 622 Mbits/s
Applications
■
Long-reach SONET OC-3/OC-12 and SDH
STM-1/STM-4 telecommunications applications
■
Secure digital data systems
■
Line terminal equipment
Benefits
■
Compact size
■
Easily board mounted
*
T elcordia Technologies
is a registered trademark of Telcordia
Technologies, Inc.

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Description
The P171-type mini-DIL PIN/preamp consists of a PIN
coupled to a multimode fiber pigtail and a wideband linear preamplifier. The PIN incorporated is a rear-illuminated planar diode structure with a low-capacitance
active area for maximum responsivity and speed.
This device incorporates the new laser 2000 manufacturing process from the Optoelectronics Products unit
of Agere Systems Inc. Laser 2000 is a low-cost platform that targets high-volume manufacturing and tight
product distributions on all optical subassemblies. This
platform incorporates an advanced optical design that
is produced on highly automated production lines. The
laser 2000 platform is qualified for central office and
uncontrolled environments, and can be used for applications requiring high performance and low cost.
Figure 1. P171-Type R-PAK PIN/Preamp Schematic
(T op View)
Figure 2. P171-Type R-PAK PIN/Preamp with
Optional Differential Output Schematic
(T op View)
Table 1. Pin Descriptions
Pin Number Description
1 Photodiode bias
2 DATA
3V
CC
4 Case ground
43
12
V
CC
DATA PHOTODIODE
BIAS
Table 2. Pin Descriptions for Optional Differential
Output Connection
Pin Number Description
1 Photodiode bias
1A
D
ATA
2 DATA
3V
CC
3A NC
4 Case ground
43
12
V
CC
DATA PHOTODIODE
BIAS
DATA
3A
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause permanent damage to the device. These are absolute stress ratings only. Functional operation of the device is not implied at these or any other conditions in excess
of those given in the operational sections of the data sheet. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for extended
periods can adversely affect device reliability.
* The recommended reverse bias voltage is 5 V to 15 V.
Parameter Symbol Min Max Unit
Operating Temperature Range T
A
–40 85
°
C
Storage Temperature Range T
stg
–40 90
°
C
Forward Voltage V
F
—0V
Reverse Voltage* V
R
—30V
V
CC
V
CC
06V
Photocurrent — — 4 mA
Humidity — — 95 %

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Electrical Characteristics
T
C
= 25 ° C.
* Open circuit small signal gain. AGC activates beyond approximately –30 dBm.
Optical Characteristics
T
C
= 25 ° C.
Table 3A. Electrical Characteristics
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Dark Current I
D
—1 5nA
Table 3B. Electrical Characteristics at 155 Mbits/s and 622 Mbits/s
Parameter Symbol
155 Mbits/s 622 Mbits/s
Unit
Min Typ Max Min Typ Max
V
CC
V
CC
4.5 5 5.5 3 3.3 3.6 V
V
PIN
V
PIN
3 5 15 3 5 15 V
Transimpedance (differential-ended
output, 6-pin) Linear Range*
Z 200 — 260 4.5 6 7.5 k Ω
Transimpedance (single-ended output,
4-pin) Linear Range*
Z45—80———k
Ω
Table 4A. Optical Characteristics
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit
Responsivity R 0.75 0.85 — A/W
Wavelength Range
λ
1.1 — 1.6
µ m
Table 4B. Optical Characteristics at 155 Mbits/s and 622 Mbits/s
Parameter Symbol
155 Mbits/s 622 Mbits/s
Unit
Min Typ Max Min Typ Max
Bandwidth BW 110 150 — 460 590 700 MHz
Sensitivity P
LOW
— –38 –36 — –33 –30 dBm
Overload P
HIGH
0 0.5 — –8 –6 — dBm
Lower Cut-off Frequency f
CUTOFF
— — 10 — — 150 kHz

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P171-Type PIN/Preamp—Standard Output
Dimensions are in inches and (millimeters).
FIBER
OPTICAL
CONNECTOR
0.195
(4.95)
45.28 ±1.57
(1150 ±40)
1.25 MAX
(31.75)
A
0.100
(2.54)
0.016
(0.41)
A
0.100
(2.54)
0.114
(2.90)
21
34
0.310
(7.87)
0.250
(6.35)
Ø 0.04
(1.02)
Ø 0.180
(4.57)
+
0.012
TYP
(0.30)
0.300
(7.62)
SECTION A-A
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Outline Diagrams
(continued)
P171-Type PIN/Preamp—Differential Output
Dimensions are in inches and (millimeters).
1-932
0.195
(4.95)
FIBER LENGTH
FIBER
OPTICAL
CONNECTOR
1.25 MAX
(31.75)
A
0.100 (2.54)
0.016 (0.41)
0.050 (1.27)
A
0.100
(2.54)
0.114
(2.90)
21A1
33A4
0.310
(7.87)
0.250
(6.35)
Ø 0.04
(1.02)
Ø 0.180
(4.57)
+
0.012
TYP
(0.30)
0.300
(7.62)
SECTION A-A

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Qualification Information
The P171-type PIN/preamp is scheduled to complete the following qualification tests and meets the intent of
Tel-
cordia Technologies
TR-NWT-000468 for interoffice environments and TA-NWT-000983 for outside plant environ-
ments.
Table 5. P171-Type PIN/Preamp Qualification Test Plan
Test Conditions Sample Size Reference
Mechanical Shock 500 G 11 MIL-STD-883
Method 2002
Vibration 20 g, 20 Hz—2000 Hz 11 MIL-STD-883
Method 2007
Solderability — 11 MIL-STD-883
Method 2007
Thermal Shock
∆
T = 100 ° C 11 MIL-STD-883
Method 2003
Fiber Pull 1 kg; 3 times 11
Telcordia T echnolo-
gies
983
Accelerated (biased) Aging 85 ° C, 5000 hrs. 25
Telcordia T echnolo-
gies
983
Section 5.18
High-temperature Storage 85 ° C, 2000 hrs. 11
Telcordia T echnolo-
gies
983
Temperature Cycling 500 cycles 11
Telcordia T echnolo-
gies
983
Section 5.20
Cyclic Moisture Resistance 10 cycles 11
Telcordia T echnolo-
gies
983
Section 5.23
Damp Heat 40 ° C, 95% RH, 1344 hrs. 11 MIL-STD-202
Method 103
Internal Moisture <5000 ppm water vapor 11 MIL-STD-883
Method 1018
Flammability — — TR357
Section 4.4.2.5
ESD Threshold — 6
Telcordia T echnolo-
gies
983
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All Rights Reserved
November 2000
DS00-126OPTO-1 (Replaces DS00-126OPTO)
Ordering Information
* LR = meets SONET long-reach specifications.
† >LR = exceeds SONET long-reach specifications.
Device Code Description Comcode
P171B014BAA 155 MHz Preamp, LR
*
, 4 Pins, 50 µ m Fiber, SC 108156704
P171B014BAF 155 MHz Preamp, LR, 4 Pins, 50 µ m Fiber, FC/PC 108156712
P171A016BAA 155 MHz Preamp, LR, 6 Pins, 50 µ m Fiber, SC 108316373
P171A016BAF 155 MHz Preamp, LR, 6 Pins, 50 µ m Fiber, FC/PC 108316381
P171B046BAA 622 MHz Preamp, >LR
†
, 6 Pins, 50 µ m Fiber, SC 108695461
P171B046BAF 622 MHz Preamp, >LR, 6 Pins, 50 µ m Fiber, FC/PC 108695479