Catalog Cross-Reference Guide
Direct form-fit-function cross-reference matching major industry catalog series (Brand TL, Brand GH, Brand OZ, Brand AF). Compare optical specifications, form factors, and factory test guarantees side by side.
• Brand TL: US Photonics Catalog Standards (IO-F, 6015, P3, PBC series)
• Brand GH: UK/US Fiber Optics Group (I-1064, CIR-3P, MPC series)
• Brand OZ: Canada Polarization & Specialty Optics (FOI, PMJ, PBS series)
• Brand AF: High-Power Fiber Laser Optics (PMI, HP-PSC series)
1. Optical Isolators Cross-Reference
| Target Specification | Industry Catalog Part Numbers | KernsOptic Direct Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 1064 nm PM In-Line Isolator Isolation > 30 dB, IL < 0.5 dB, PER ≥ 20 dB PM Panda fiber, FC/APC keyway |
Brand TL IO-F-1064-APC Brand GH I-1064-PM-0.3W Brand OZ FOI-11-1064-P Brand AF PMI-1064-1-1 |
KernsOptic Model 007 Series • Single-stage > 30 dB / Dual-stage > 50 dB • Tested PER ≥ 22–25 dB (slow axis) • Individual serialized FAT report included |
| 1030 nm PM In-Line Isolator Isolation > 30 dB, IL < 0.5 dB, PER ≥ 20 dB PM980 Panda fiber |
Brand TL IO-F-1030 Brand GH I-1030-PM Brand OZ FOI-11-1030-P |
KernsOptic Model 006 Series • Available single and dual-stage • Yb-laser seed protection ready • Individual serialized FAT report included |
| 1550 nm PM In-Line Isolator Isolation > 30 dB, IL < 0.5 dB, PER ≥ 20 dB PM1550 Panda fiber |
Brand TL IO-F-1550-APC Brand GH F-1550-PM Brand OZ FOI-11-1550-P Brand AF PMI-1550-1-1 |
KernsOptic Model 009 Series • Telecom & sensing grade configurations • Low PDL and high return loss > 55 dB • Individual serialized FAT report included |
| 1064 nm High-Power Isolator (10W–20W) TGG Faraday crystal, conduction cooled |
Brand TL IO-G-1064-APC Brand GH HPI-1064-10W Brand AF HP-ISOLATOR-20W |
KernsOptic Model 005 Series • Conduction-cooled heatsink package • Low thermal lensing design • Individual high-power return loss test |
2. Optical Circulators Cross-Reference
| Target Specification | Industry Catalog Part Numbers | KernsOptic Direct Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Port SM Circulator, 1550 nm IL < 0.6 dB, Isolation > 50 dB SMF-28e fiber, FC/APC |
Brand TL 6015-3-APC Brand GH CIR-3P-1550 Brand OZ OC-100-1550 Brand AF SMCIR-1550-3 |
KernsOptic Model 025 Series • 3-Port & 4-Port configurations • Channel IL ≤ 0.6 dB (typical 0.4 dB) • +5.4 dB SNR boost for OCT / LiDAR |
| 3-Port PM Circulator, 1064 nm IL < 0.6 dB, Isolation > 50 dB, PER ≥ 20 dB PM Panda fiber |
Brand TL CIR1064PM-APC Brand GH CIR-3P-1064-PM Brand OZ OC-100-1064-P Brand AF PMCIR-1064-3 |
KernsOptic Model 027 Series • Panda fiber slow-axis aligned • Tested extinction ratio PER ≥ 20 dB • Directivity > 50 dB |
3. High-Power Pump Combiners Cross-Reference
| Target Specification | Industry Catalog Part Numbers | KernsOptic Direct Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| (6+1)×1 PM Pump & Signal Combiner 6 MM pump + 1 PM signal, 20/400 output For kW-class MOPA fiber lasers |
Brand TL Custom Catalog Program Brand GH PSC-(6+1)x1-PM Brand AF HP-PSC-6+1x1-PM Brand LT FBC-6+1x1-PM |
KernsOptic Model 065 Series • Pump transmission efficiency > 93%–95% • Signal PER ≥ 20 dB maintained • D7 Water-Cooled package flange |
| N×1 Multimode Pump Combiner 3×1, 7×1 configurations 105/125μm pump inputs |
Brand GH MPC-3x1, MPC-7x1 Brand AF MPC-3x1, MPC-7x1 Brand LT FBC-3x1, FBC-7x1 |
KernsOptic Model 063 Series • High pump efficiency > 93% • Conduction-cooled compact housing • Custom input port counts on request |
4. Polarization Beam Splitters / Combiners (PBS/PBC)
| Target Specification | Industry Catalog Part Numbers | KernsOptic Direct Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 1064 nm Polarization Beam Combiner/Splitter Extinction ≥ 20 dB, IL ≤ 0.5 dB, FC/APC |
Brand TL PBC1064-APC, PBS1064-APC Brand GH PBC-1064-PM, PBS-1064-PM Brand OZ PBS-1064-P, PBC-1064-P |
KernsOptic Model 045 Series • micro-optic prism alignment • PER ≥ 20–23 dB across ports • Compact ∅5.5×35mm steel housing |
| 1550 nm Polarization Beam Combiner/Splitter Extinction ≥ 20 dB, IL ≤ 0.5 dB, FC/APC |
Brand TL PBC1550-APC, PBS1550-APC Brand GH PBC-1550-PM, PBS-1550-PM Brand OZ PBS-1550-P, PBC-1550-P |
KernsOptic Model 047 Series • Telecom and sensing grade • Return loss > 55 dB (APC) • High thermal stability (-5°C to +70°C) |
5. High-Extinction PM Patch Cords & Jumpers
| Target Specification | Industry Catalog Part Numbers | KernsOptic Direct Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| PM980 Patch Cord, 1064 nm PER ≥ 23 dB, FC/APC narrow key, 1 m standard |
Brand TL P3-980PM-FC-1 Brand OZ PMJ-3A3A-980-1 |
KernsOptic PM Patch 980 Series • Custom length 0.5 m to 10 m+ available • Active laser slow-axis alignment (±1.5°) • Serialized PER test certificate included |
| PM1550 Patch Cord, 1550 nm PER ≥ 23 dB, FC/APC narrow key, 1 m standard |
Brand TL P3-1550PM-FC-1 Brand OZ PMJ-3A3A-1550-1 |
KernsOptic PM Patch 1550 Series • Low insertion loss (≤ 0.3 dB) • High return loss (> 55 dB) • Serialized PER test certificate included |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do KernsOptic components compare to catalog brands like TL or GH series?
KernsOptic components are built in ISO 9001 certified cleanrooms to equivalent or superior optical specifications (PER ≥ 22–25 dB, insertion loss ≤ 0.4–0.6 dB). Unlike catalog distributors with 16–24 week backorders, we provide fast OEM response and 100% serialized Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) sheets with every unit.
How are optical specifications verified for replacement components?
Every single device ships with an individual, serialized Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) report containing calibrated insertion loss scans, extinction ratio measurements, high-power return loss data, and 400x fiber end-face interferometry.
Can KernsOptic match custom pigtail lengths and non-standard connector keyways?
Yes. Unlike fixed-catalog distributors with rigid SKUs, we configure custom pigtail lengths (0.5 m to 10 m+), specialty active or passive fibers, and custom mechanical heatsink flanges.