MACOM Launches New High Performance Solutions for 1.6T Applications

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MACOM Technology Solutions has unveiled four new 200G per lane solutions for 1.6T data center optical connectivity. The announcement includes:

• New 100 mW and 75 mW Continuous Wave (CW) lasers for 1.6T silicon photonics solutions, available in single, 8-channel and 16-channel arrays
• MARP-BP112 backside illuminated photodiode with integrated lens for chip stacking on transimpedance amplifiers
• MALD-40435 VCSEL driver for 200G per lane short reach Multi-mode Fiber optical modules

The solutions feature MACOM's advanced Etched Facet Technology process and proprietary optical semiconductor technology, offering enhanced performance and reliability for DR4 and DR8 optical modules. These products will be demonstrated at OFC2025 in San Francisco from April 1-3, 2025.

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• Launch of four new high-performance optical connectivity solutions expanding product portfolio
• Advanced technological features including Etched Facet Technology and integrated lens design
• Solutions help reduce assembly costs and optimize system performance

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LOWELL, Mass., March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (“MACOM”), a leading supplier of semiconductor products, today announced the availability of four new 200G per lane solutions for 1.6T data center optical connectivity. These solutions represent a meaningful addition to the MACOM portfolio, enabling next-generation capabilities and high-speed connectivity that are crucial for the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

100 mW and 75 mW CW Lasers for DR4 and DR8 Optical Modules
MACOM’s new 100 mW and 75 mW Continuous Wave (CW) lasers are designed specifically for 1.6T silicon photonics (SiPh) solutions. The CW Lasers are available as single lasers, or 8-channel and 16-channel arrays. Utilizing MACOM’s advanced Etched Facet Technology (EFT) process, MACOM lasers offer exceptional performance and reliability and are well-suited for DR4 and DR8 optical modules. More information on the 100 mW laser and the 75 mW laser is available here.

Photodiode (PD) and TIA Chip Stack Solution for Enhanced System Efficiency
The MARP-BP112 backside illuminated PD with integrated lens enables chip stacking of photodiodes on MACOM’s transimpedance amplifiers (TIAs), which optimizes total system performance and helps to reduce assembly costs. This PD can also be used with MACOM’s TIA in a flip-chip side-by-side configuration, which helps enhance thermal management. Designed utilizing MACOM’s proprietary optical semiconductor process, the MARP-BP112 PD features high responsivity and high bandwidth, which are critical for achieving the required bit error rate (BER) for link performance.

200G per Lane VCSEL Driver for 800G and 1.6T Optical Modules
MACOM’s MALD-40435 is a VCSEL driver designed for 200G per lane short reach Multi-mode Fiber (MMF) optical modules and Active Optical Cables (AOC) applications. Building on MACOM’s leading portfolio of short reach solutions, the MALD-40435 utilizes output channel spacing of 250 µm, ensuring an efficient interface to the VCSEL lasers. This MMF product complements MACOM’s 200G per lane Single Mode Fiber (SMF) products.

These products are being demonstrated in MACOM’s Booth #2028 at OFC2025 from April 1 to 3, 2025 in San Francisco, California. Information is also available at https://www.macom.com.

About MACOM
MACOM designs and manufactures high-performance semiconductor products for the Telecommunications, Industrial and Defense, and Data Center industries. MACOM services over 6,000 customers annually with a broad product portfolio that incorporates RF, Microwave, Analog and Mixed Signal and Optical semiconductor technologies. MACOM has achieved certification to the IATF16949 automotive standard, the AS9100D aerospace standard, the ISO9001 international quality standard and the ISO14001 environmental management standard. MACOM operates facilities across the United States, Europe, Asia and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts. To learn more, visit www.macom.com.

Company Contact:
MACOM Technology Solutions Inc.
Stephen Ferranti
Vice President, Corporate Development and Investor Relations
P: 978-656-2977
E: stephen.ferranti@macom.com

FAQ

What new products did MACOM (MTSI) announce for 1.6T applications?

MACOM announced four new 200G per lane solutions: 100mW and 75mW CW lasers, MARP-BP112 photodiode with integrated lens, and MALD-40435 VCSEL driver for optical connectivity.

What are the key features of MACOM's (MTSI) new CW lasers?

MACOM's new CW lasers utilize Etched Facet Technology, are available in single, 8-channel and 16-channel arrays, and are designed for DR4 and DR8 optical modules.

How does MACOM's (MTSI) MARP-BP112 photodiode improve system efficiency?

The MARP-BP112 enables chip stacking on TIAs, optimizes system performance, reduces assembly costs, and features high responsivity and bandwidth for improved link performance.

What are the applications of MACOM's (MTSI) new MALD-40435 VCSEL driver?

The MALD-40435 is designed for 200G per lane short reach Multi-mode Fiber optical modules and Active Optical Cables applications.