Product Overview
The OPTONE Multi-Rate SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) optical transceivers are high-performance, cost-effective modules supporting flexible data rates from 155Mbps to 2.5Gbps (with support up to 4Gbps in specific configurations). Designed for versatile fiber optic communication, this series includes SX, LX, EX, and ZX modules, offering reliable transmission distances ranging from 300m up to 80km.
Fully compliant with SFP MSA, SFF-8472, and SDH/SONET standards, these hot-pluggable transceivers feature low power consumption and high reliability, making them the ideal choice for data centers, metropolitan area networks (MAN), and telecom transmission infrastructures.
Key Features
Multi-Rate Flexibility: Supports versatile operating data rates from 155Mbps to 2.5Gbps, allowing backward compatibility and simplifying network upgrades.
Standards Compliant: Fully compliant with industry standards SFP MSA and SFF-8472, ensuring seamless interoperability with third-party networking equipment.
Carrier-Grade Protocol Support: Strictly compliant with SDH/SONET transmission protocols for high-capacity telecom networks.
Advanced Laser Safety: Features a Class 1 laser product that complies with international EN 60825-1 eye safety standards.
Duplex LC Connector: Equipped with a standard Duplex LC optical interface for secure, low-loss, and high-density fiber connections.
Hot-Pluggable Footprint: Supports hot-swapping, allowing network administrators to install or replace modules without powering down the system.
Power Efficiency: Operates on a standard 3.3V single power supply with ultra-low power consumption.
Key Applications
Gigabit Ethernet: High-speed switch-to-switch and router-to-router optical fiber links.
Fiber Channel & Multi-Rate Fiber Channel: High-performance storage network connections.
Storage Area Networks (SAN): Low-latency data center storage interconnectivity.
SONET/SDH Equipment Interconnect: Telecommunication carrier networks and optical transport platforms.
Point-to-Point Optical Links: Standard and custom optical communication systems.
Specifications & Ordering Information
| Part Number | Data Rate | Wavelength | Fiber Type | Max Distance | Optical TX Power | RX Sensitivity | Connector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESFP-SX-MM-0303 | 155M ~ 2.5G | 850nm | MMF(Multi-Mode) | 300m | -9 ~ -3 dBm | < -18 dBm | Duplex LC |
| ESFP-LX-SM-0302 | 155M ~ 2.5G | 1310nm | SMF(Single-Mode) | 2km | -9 ~ -3 dBm | < -18 dBm | Duplex LC |
| ESFP-LX-SM-0315 | 155M ~ 2.5G | 1310nm | SMF(Single-Mode) | 15km | -5 ~ 0 dBm | < -18 dBm | Duplex LC |
| ESFP-LX-SM-0340 | 155M ~ 2.5G | 1310nm | SMF(Single-Mode) | 40km | -3 ~ 2 dBm | < -18 dBm | Duplex LC |
| ESFP-ZX-SM-0380 | 155M ~ 2.5G | 1550nm | SMF(Single-Mode) | 80km | 0 ~ 5 dBm | < -28 dBm | Duplex LC |
FAQ about OPTONE Multi-Rate SFP Transceivers
Q1: What is a Multi-Rate SFP Transceiver?
A Multi-Rate SFP is an optical module capable of operating at various transmission speeds (e.g., from 155Mbps up to 2.5Gbps). This allows a single module to be compatible with Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, and OC-3/12/48 SDH/SONET networks.
Q2: Are these SFP modules hot-pluggable?
Yes, all OPTONE Multi-Rate SFPs are fully hot-pluggable. They can be plugged in or unplugged from any SFP MSA compliant port without rebooting or interrupting the host system.
Q3: How do I choose between Single-Mode (SMF) and Multi-Mode (MMF) SFPs?
Use Multi-Mode SFP (ESFP-SX-MM-0303) for short-distance transmissions (up to 300m), typically within data centers or server rooms.
Use Single-Mode SFPs (LX/ZX series) for long-distance transmissions (from 2km up to 80km) across campus networks or metropolitan area networks.
Use Single-Mode SFPs (LX/ZX series) for long-distance transmissions (from 2km up to 80km) across campus networks or metropolitan area networks.