The Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) is an exchangeable transceiver module used in compatible active devices. It is distinguished by its compact design, smaller than all currently available form factors, and provides the highest density per interface. Many modern network devices are already equipped with slots for modular optical transceivers, offering users maximum flexibility in network configuration. Thanks to its special design, the SFP module can also be installed or replaced during operation (hot-swap) without interrupting network functionality.
The choice of the appropriate SFP module depends on the type of cable medium used (multimode, single mode, simplex, twisted pair) and the required bandwidth. Standards such as the Multi Source Agreement (MSA) and the SFF-8472 specification ensure a standardized design and provide additional advantages like optional digital diagnostic functions.
SFP modules with a maximum bandwidth of up to 1.25 GBit/s support both Gigabit Ethernet and Gigabit Fibre Channel. The various models are optimized for different ranges, wavelengths, and environmental conditions, including options for extended operating temperatures and long-distance transmissions.
Technical Specifications:
- Product Type: SFP (Small Form Factor Pluggable)
- Connector: LC Duplex or LC Simplex (depending on model)
- Supported Protocols: Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Fibre Channel
- Bandwidth: 1063 to 1250 MBit/s
- Cable Mediums: Multimode or Singlemode (depending on model)
- Transmission Ranges:
- Multimode: Up to 0.55 km
- Singlemode: 10 km to 120 km (depending on model)
- Wavelengths:
- TX (Transmit): 850 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm (model-specific)
- RX (Receive): Model-dependent
- Operating Temperature:
- Standard: 0 to +70°C
- Extended: -40 to +85°C (model-specific)
- Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM): Yes (model-specific)
- Power Budget: Between 8.5 and 32 dB (depending on model)
- Laser Class: Class 1 (safe under normal operation)
Included Items:
- 1x SFP Transceiver Module (model-specific)
- User manual (if applicable)
Safety Information:
- Never look directly into optical outputs – risk of irreversible eye damage from visible and invisible laser light.
- Always cover unused optical connectors with protective caps.
- The transmission line should only be activated after all connections have been fully installed.
Order Information:
- SFP GbE Transceiver 1.25G SX, Multimode 850nm, LC (Part No.: MS100200)
- SFP GbE Transceiver 1.25G SX, Multimode 850nm, DDM, LC (Part No.: MS100200D)
- SFP GbE Transceiver 1.25G SX, Multimode 850nm, DDM, LC, -40..+85°C (Part No.: MS100200DX)
- SFP GbE Transceiver 1.25G LX, SingleMode 1310nm, 10km, LC (Part No.: MS100210)
- SFP GbE Transceiver 1.25G LHX, SingleMode 1310nm, 25km, LC (Part No.: MS100211)
- Additional models are listed in the order information.