FS.COM SFP Optical Modules Guide

Jason

June 6, 2017

SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable), also known as “mini-GBIC”, is a hot-swappable transceiver that plugs into the SFP port of a network switch and connects to Fibre Channel and Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) optical fiber cables at the other end. FS SFP optical modules are available with a variety of different types to ensure your networks operate with maximum performance, reliability, and flexibility.

FS SFP Optical Modules Solutions Quick View

FS provides SFP optical modules of different connector type, interface type and protocols, the details are listed below.

Connector:

• LC/SC

• J45

Interface Type:

• SX, 550m (OM2), 1km (OM3) for 50/125 fiber, 220m for 62.5 / 125 fiber

• LX, 10km range with 9 / 125 SMF, G.652, G.655. G.656 glass fiber

• EX, 40km range with 9 / 125 SMF, G.652, G.655. G.656 glass fiber

• ZX, 80km range with 9 / 125 SMF, G.652, G.655. G.656 glass fiber

• EZX, 120km range with 9 / 125 SMF, G.652, G.655. G.656 glass fiber

• BX, 10km range with 9 / 125 SMF, G.652, G.655. G.656 glass fiber

• T "Copper", 100m range with Cat5/Cat5e UTP cable

• CWDM, 40, 80, 120km range with 9 / 125 SMF, G.652, G.655. G.656 glass fiber

• DWDM, 40, 80, 120km range with 9 / 125 SMF, G.652, G.655. G.656 glass fiber

Supported Protocol:

• 100 Megabit Fast Ethernet

• 1 Gigabit Ethernet

• 2 Gigabit Fibre Channel

• 4 Gigabit Fibre Channel

• SDH/SONET

Fast Ethernet SFP Optical Modules Datasheet

FS offers a wide range of Fast Ethernet SFPs, which includes 100BASE-T, 100BASE- FX, 100BASE-LX, 100BASE-EX, 100BASE-ZX SFPs and 100BASE-BX Bidi SFPs , supporting link length up to 160 km. The specification is listed below.

Gigabit Ethernet SFP Optical Modules Datasheet

Gigabit Ethernet SFP module is a hot-swappable I/O device used in Gigabit Ethernet networks. FS offers a full range of copper and optical SFPs including 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX/LH, 1000BASE-EX, 1000BASE-ZX, 1000BASE-EZX and 1000BASE-BX. Besides, CWDM, DWDM, SONET/SDH and 2/4G FC SFPs are also available. The specification is listed as follow.

Test Assured Platform for FS SFP Optical Modules

FS test centre is equipped with a broad range of original switches from mainstream vendor like Cisco, Arista, HPE, Juniper, Brocade and etc. FS SFP optical modules performance, compatibility and durability are tested rigorously to ensure product reliability. We will keep adding more brand switches to our test to improve product diversity. See more about our Test Assured Progarm: https://www.fs.com/support/test-assured-program.html.

FS Cables for All SFP Transceivers

FS offers comprehensive fiber patch cables for common and special types of SFPs, including singlemode & multimode, simplex & duplex, UPC & APC, lengths from 1 meter to 30 meters in large stocks. We also provides Cat 5e patch cables for 10/100/1000BASE-T SFPs. Custom service is available.

FAQ

What compatible brands of SFPs are available in FS?

FS offers cost-effective SFPs compatible with major brands like Cisco, HP, Juniper, Brocade, Dell, Extreme, H3C, Arista, Huawei, Intel, IBM, Netgear, Ciena, D-Link, Avago, F5 Networks, Avaya, Alcatel-Lucent, Aruba Networks, Allied Telesis, SMC Networks, TRENDnet etc.

What kinds of custom choices are offered in FS?

FS offers regular custom choices such as compatibility, transmission distance, operating temperature, label pattern, label colors and etc. What's more, FS welcomes any inquiry for customized products and solutions for all need and specifications.

Can FS SFPs and patch cables be shipped directly from USA or Europe?

Yes. FS founded a warehouse in North America and Germany. Till now, we have prepared lots of transceiver modules and patch cables in stock. As long as the products you order are all in stock, we will ship them out the same day you place your order.

Can singlemode SFPs be connected to multimode SFPs?

Singlemode and multimode SFPs can’t be connected because of the modal differences. Singlemode SFP should be connected with single mode fiber, and multimode SFP should be connected with multimode fiber.

What is Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) feature?

DOM feature gives the end user the ability to monitor real-time parameters of the SFP, such as optical output power, optical input power, temperature, laser bias current and transceiver supply voltage. When buy fiber optic transceiver today, you will have the option with or without DOM.

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