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Exail stands as a leading designer and manufacturer of space-grade optical components, meticulously crafted for challenging space environments. With a proven track record in successful missions, our "flight proven" components exhibit unparalleled robustness and reliability, even under extreme conditions.

Pioneering space-grade optical components for unparalleled reliability

LiNbO3 modulators for space

Enduring reliability and extensive operational hours of LiNbO3 modulators position them as a highly favorable choice compared to alternative technologies. With a well-established track record and successful qualifications, these modulators, operating across a broad wavelength range (780 nm to 2050 nm), boast exceptional electro-optic modulation capabilities.

At Exail, rigorous design, testing, and qualification programs, adhering to ESCC standards, have been implemented to enhance environmental performance, ensuring compatibility with space applications from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to Geostationary Orbit (GEO). This unique blend of performance attributes makes LiNbO3 modulators the preferred solution for diverse space applications, ranging from navigation and telecommunications to sensing and more.

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Exail space grade components 2

Low noise optical amplifier

Exail's Low Noise Optical Amplifier (LNOA) stands out for its exceptional optical performance, specifically tailored for very low input power in both single and multi-channel configurations, making it an ideal choice for space applications. This amplifier, characterized by its low power consumption and lightweight design, features space-qualified optical components to ensure reliability and quality.

Drawing on Exail's expertise in Fiber-Optic Gyroscopes and 15 years of experience in radiation-resistant optical fibers, the LNOA is a ready-to-fly solution that not only accelerates space development but also minimizes Non-Recurrent Engineering (NRE) costs. This amplifier is designed to endure the challenging conditions of space, offering users a robust and reliable solution for their space missions.

Rad-hard space grade doped fibers

In response to the growing demand for robust earth and universe observation satellites, Exail is at the forefront, offering cutting-edge space-grade fiber amplifiers. Designed to withstand the challenges of the space environment and ionizing radiation, these amplifiers showcase exceptional resilience. With a proven track record of over 20 flying navigation systems, Exail’s expertise extends to fiber lasers and amplifiers, space-grade devices, and solutions for harsh environments.

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Exail space grade components 1

Space-grade PM gyro fibers

Introducing the line of high-performance Polarization Maintaining fibers meticulously crafted for seamless integration into Fiber-Optic Gyroscopes (FOG) operating in space environments. Critical to coil winding, our fibers showcase unparalleled precision, ensuring consistent and accurate coating diameters across each batch and from batch to batch.