📊 Core Specifications
Standard: Meets IEEE 802.3z / 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet optical specifications.
Data Rate: Up to 1.25 Gbps, suitable for Gigabit Ethernet traffic.
Wavelength: 1310 nm, typical for long-range optical transmission.
Fiber Type: Single-mode fiber (SMF).
Connector: Duplex LC optical connector for both transmit and receive.
Maximum Reach: Approximately 10 km over single-mode fiber.
Form Factor: Hot-pluggable SFP (mini-GBIC) — install or replace without powering down equipment.
Power Consumption: Typically ≤ 1.5 W.
📡 Features & Benefits
✔ Extended Fiber Reach: Supports up to about 10 km single-mode fiber links — ideal for campus, building-to-building, or data center fiber runs.
✔ Standard Compliance: Conforms to IEEE 802.3z, SFP MSA, and RoHS standards for broad compatibility and safe operation.
✔ Low Power & Efficient: Uses minimal power while providing reliable optical transmission, helping reduce overall network energy use.
✔ Hot-Swappable: Allows insertion or removal without shutting down host hardware, reducing downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
📍 Typical Uses
Long-reach Gigabit Ethernet links between switches or routers over single-mode fiber.
Backbone connections in campus and enterprise networks.
Network uplinks connecting floors, buildings, or remote cabinets within telecom rooms.
⚠️ Important Considerations
✔ Always verify that the network equipment supports SFP optics and matches the 1000BASE-LX standard and wavelength before installation.
✔ Use appropriate single-mode fiber and LC connectors for reliable operation.
