SiPho Loss Reality Check: The Trick Behind Low-Loss SiN
jwt0625 · x · 2026-08-22
A technical rebuttal to claims about "high density SiN with 0.1 dB/cm propagation loss."
- Definition Debate: This should be classified as medium density at best. Truly low-loss nitride often "cheats" using thin waveguides where the mode is mostly in oxide.
- Current State: Good SiPho foundries already have multiple nitride layers.
- Specific Metrics: Edge coupler loss should be 0.4-0.6 dB (not <1 dB). Grating couplers often have alignment tolerances placed in the wrong row.
- Missing Factors: Bandwidth was not discussed, which is critical for CWDM or bidi DWDM.
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