PITTSBURGH, Dec. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a global leader in high-performance optical networking solutions, proudly announces the general availability and production release of the industry’s first 100G ZR QSFP28 digital coherent optics (DCO) transceiver to operate over the Industrial temperature (I-temp) range from -40°C to +85°C.

Leveraging the unparalleled efficiency of SteelertonTM digital signal processor (DSP) technology from Coherent, the I-temp 100G ZR QSFP28-DCO module sets a new standard for low power consumption, operating at an industry-leading 5.5W in a highly compact form factor. The innovative SteelertonTM DSP that powers the 100G ZR module is integrated with an innovative silicon photonics optical front-end and a power-optimized tunable laser, based on the Indium Phosphide platform from Coherent.

The combination of the proprietary DSP and optics designs delivers best-in-class power dissipation, demonstrating the value of vertical integration for superior performance and scalability. “Following up on the successful launch of our C-temp 100G ZR QSFP28-DCO at ECOC 2024, we are now offering the I-temp version of this unique product for Edge and Access Networks, which is designed for use in an outdoor plant environment,” said Dr. Beck Mason, Executive Vice President, Telecommunications at Coherent Corp.

“We are pleased with the strong customer demand across multiple market segments and are excited to scale commercial deplo.