Lumentum Holdings Inc. announced the expansion of its Optical Circuit Switch (OCS) product line with the introduction of the new R64 platform. This device will launch as a 64x64-port product, specifically designed for lower-port-count applications within AI data centers.
The R64 OCS leverages Lumentum’s proven MEMS technology, which has a long track record in demanding telecom applications, ensuring high reliability and performance. This new product complements the high-port count R300 OCS, providing a broader portfolio of optical switching solutions for AI infrastructure.
Systems for the R64 OCS are expected to begin sampling with customers in calendar Q4 2025, with general availability anticipated in the second half of 2026. This expansion aims to help hyperscale operators further reduce power consumption and improve network reliability and performance in AI data center networks.
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