As data rates increase, systems shrink, and EMI constraints grow tighter, fiber optics is becoming the go-to solution for many mission-critical applications. At Nicomatic, we don’t just offer a product catalog — we co-develop tailored optical solutions with you, designed to tackle your toughest engineering challenges.
VITA 66-Compatible Solutions for Backplane Integration
VPX architectures have become a key standard in high-performance embedded systems. With our solutions compliant with VITA 66, you can integrate optical links through the backplane — without sacrificing robustness or compactness.
We support VITA 66.1 (2 MT ferrules) and VITA 66.4 (1 MT ferrule), offering:
- Compact, ruggedized modules compatible with VPX backplanes
- High-precision MT ferrule alignment for low insertion loss
- Stable performance in harsh environments (shock, vibration, temperature)
Our strength: delivering ready-to-integrate optical sub-assemblies, perfectly adapted to your mechanical and thermal constraints.
Our VITA 66 Optical Connectors deliver:
- Robustness: Engineered for reliability in extreme conditions
- High performance: Fast data transmission in compact formats
- Modularity: Flexible standard adaptable to various system needs
- High density: Up to 24 optical channels per connector (48 with dual MT ferrules)
We also offer specialized configurations, such as the VITA 66.4 Dual — an optimized VITA 66.4 form factor with two MT interfaces.
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Compact Optical Transceivers — Convert Closer to the Source
Our optical transceivers enable fast electrical ↔ optical conversion directly at the board or sub-module level, reducing copper dependency and associated losses.
Compact, modular, and customizable, they are designed for high-density architectures, with interfaces tailored to your needs.
They are fully connectorized on both optical and electrical sides, allowing for rapid deployment and scalability.
Key features:
- Optical interfaces: MT, TMT, or custom
- 4 Tx and 4 Rx channels per transceiver
- High-density electrical interposer for direct board integration
- High-speed conversion up to 25 Gbps per channel, compatible with XXXGBASE-XXXX standards
- Optical budget: 15 dB at 10 Gbps for reliable transmission
- Rugged packaging, suitable for defense, aerospace, and space applications
- Low power consumptio and optimized thermal management
DMM with MT Ferrule — Hybrid Copper/Fiber Connectivity in a Compact Format
Part of our DMM product line, this innovative module with MT ferrule enables hybrid connections
by combining optical contacts with copper modules (LF, HF, HP). Built to MIL-AERO standards, it delivers strong optical performance, including support for XXXGBASE-XXXX protocols.
Highlights:
- MT ferrule: high-density, high-speed optical transmission
- Captive screw: fast and secure mounting, even under shock conditions
- Compact and versatile: compatible with round or flat cables, ideal for tight spaces
Reliable, modular, and robust — this DMM solution is ideal for aerospace, military, and advanced system applications.
Custom Fiber Optic Assemblies — Integration Without Compromise
Beyond standard solutions, Nicomatic specializes in co-developing optical sub-assemblies tailored to your technical requirements. Whether it’s mechanical integration, hybrid
fiber/copper harnesses, or miniaturized cabling, our experts support you from concept to validation.
We offer:
- Hybrid assemblies (electrical/optical)
- Multi-channel optical harnesses (singlemode or multimode)
- Customized optical connectors with reinforced terminations
- Integration into housings, racks, PCBs, or mechatronic modules
In-House Lab for Optical Testing & Validation
Nicomatic operates its own optical testing lab to qualify your fiber optic links according to applicable standards:
- Insertion and return loss measurements (IL, RL)
- Mechanical and thermal testing
- Functional testing during stress (vibration, shock, climate) with error rate monitoring (from 1 to 25 Gbps per channel)
- Geometric control of optical terminations
- Microscopic inspection and cleanliness verification
This helps accelerate prototyping, ensure design reliability, and streamline production readiness.
Want to upskill your team?
Nicomatic offers technical training in fiber optics to ensure robust, repeatable, and compliant assemblies for critical environments.
Led by our experts, these sessions cover the full process — from prep to test.
Key benefits:
- Mastery of international standards (incl. IEC 61300)
- Best practices for stripping, polishing, cleaning, and inspecting
- Optimizing your optical budget: visual control, ferrule geometry, insertion/return loss, OTDR, etc.
- Controlled production through strict inspection sequences
- Broad terminis range (Multifiber: MT / PMT, Monofiber: ARINC 801 / MIL)
- Optional certification upon completion
Why Choose Nicomatic for Your Fiber Optic Projects?
✔️ Proven expertise in optical integration for harsh environments
✔️ Co-developed products and assemblies tailored to your constraints
✔️ Technical and industrial support throughout your project lifecycle
✔️ Fast delivery, with no MOQ on custom solutions
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