Wavelength selective switching components are used in WDM optical communications networks to route (switch) signals between optical fibres on a per-wavelength basis. WSS has become the central heart of modern DWDM reconfigurable Agile Optical Network (AOC). WSS can dynamically route, block and attenuate all DWDM wavelengths within a network node.
A WSS consists of a single common optical port and N opposing multi-wavelength ports where each DWDM wavelength input from the common port can be switched (routed) to any one of the N multi-wavelength ports, independent of how all other wavelength channels are routed. There are also variable attenuation mechanism in WSS for each wavelength. So each wavelength can be independently attenuated for channel power control and equalization.
Market Analysis and Insights: Global Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) Market
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the global Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) market size is estimated to be worth US$ 149.2 million in 2021 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 242.5 million by 2028 with a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period 2022-2028.
Asia-Pacific is the largest Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) market with about 47% market share. Americas is follower, accounting for about 26% market share.
The key players are II-VI Incorporated, Lumentum (JDSU), Molex, Santec etc. Top 3 companies occupied about 96% market share.
Global Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) Scope and Market Size
The global Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) market is segmented by region (country), company, by Type and by Application. Players, stakeholders, and other participants in the global Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) market will be able to gain the upper hand as they use the report as a powerful resource. The segmental analysis focuses on sales, revenue and forecast by region (country), by Type and by Application for the period 2017-2028.
Segment by Technology
LCoS Based WSS
MEMS Based WSS
LC Based WSS
Segment by Application
Low Port (to 1x9)
High Port (from 1x9)
By Company
II-VI Incorporated
Lumentum (JDSU)
Molex
Santec
By Region
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Russia
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
India
Australia
Taiwan
Indonesia
Thailand
Malaysia
Philippines
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE