
Lithium niobate electro-optic modulators
Intensity and phase LiNbO3 electro-optic modulators
In the realm of advancing photonics challenges, the demand for high-speed modulation of optical signals with unparalleled precision and control is paramount. Addressing this critical need, Exail stands at the forefront of innovation, specialising in the manufacturing of optical LiNbO₃ modulators. These modulators, based on lithium niobate, offer a unique combination of performance, robustness, and reliability, even under extreme conditions, making them prime candidates to meet rigorous requirements of laser, sensing, communications, quantum or space applications.
Intensity modulators
Phase modulators
Polarization switches & scramblers
Customised and novel LiNbO3 electro-optic modulators
Powering high-speed modulation systems
Exail leads the way in manufacturing lithium niobate (LiNbO₃) modulators, phase, intensity, and I/Q variations. These state-of-the-art devices delivers outstanding performances and wide bandwidths. Positioned as the optimal choice, they drive the evolution of high-speed modulation systems.
Intensity modulators: unmatched stability in a wide range of operational conditions
Exail Mach-Zehnder intensity (amplitude) modulators, operate from low frequencies up to 40 Gbps / 40 GHz and for a broad range of wavelength windows including: 800 nm, 1060 nm, 1300 nm, 1550 nm and 2000 nm. When they are matched with the family of Exail RF drivers and Exail MBC, these modulators serve all applications, from laboratory experiments to demanding industrial systems.


Phase modulators: high photo-refractive threshold and unparalleled stability
Phase modulators operate from low frequencies to 40 Gbps / 40 GHz and for a broad range of wavelength windows including: 800 nm, 1060 nm, 1300 nm, 1550 nm and 2000 nm. When they are matched with the family of
Exail RF drivers, these modulators serve all applications, from laboratory experiments to demanding industrial systems.
Polarization switches & scramblers
Integrated-optic devices featuring a low-loss single-mode waveguide and capable of modulating the polarization at frequencies ranging from DC to more than 10 GHz.


Customised and novel LiNbO3 electro-optic modulators
LiNbO3 modulators can be developed upon customers specifications for wavelength from 780 nm to 2 microns.
Addressing a wide range of challenging applications
Exail's advanced electro-optic modulators (EOM) are engineered with precision technology and meticulous manufacturing. They excel in meeting the stringent demands of applications in the harshest and most challenging conditions at the forefront of today's technological landscape.
Powering laser systems
Unlocking the potential of directed energy lasers, high-energy laser and precision material processing, Exail designs modulators tailored for applications operating in the 1060 nm to 2000 nm range. Specifically designed for high-power coherent beam combining, our low-frequency phase modulators, accompanied by matching RF amplifiers, stand as a commitment to cutting-edge technology.
In the realm of LIDAR systems, Exail's extensive range of amplitude and phase LiNbO₃ modulators emerges as a pivotal component. These modulators play a key role in enhancing pulse pattern shape and refining the definition of LIDAR systems.


Amplifying high-speed optical communications from the deep sea to outer space
Proven in applications such as long-haul communications and Distributed Temperature Sensors (DTS), our electro-optic Lithium Niobate (LiNbO₃) modulators, validated through rigorous qualifications including Telcordia, uniquely combine performance to meet optical system specifications. They excel in the challenging conditions of space operations. Exail leads in space photonic systems, especially in telecommunications and
inter-satellite communications, where our LiNbO₃ modulators play a vital role in achieving optimal performance.