All About The SFP Module And How You Can Choose It

Author: Megatel Industries

An optical transceiver gets widely used in connecting various network devices like NIC, switches, media converters, etc. SFP module has been the workhorse of every industry for a period of more than fifteen years. There are several applications and types of industrial SFP module that the users must know about for the correct usage of the item. This module is also called the small form-factor pluggable or the mini GBIC. It is a hot-pluggable and compact optical module transceiver which is put to use widely in both the data communications and telecommunication services.

Both copper cables and optical modules are accepted by the SFP port. As such, this developed system supports several network components. The size of the SFP transceiver module is quite small and thus it has been able to replace the use of the Gigabit Interface Converter in many cases.

Types Of SFP Module?

Just as the fiber optical multiplexer, SFP modules are also available in different types. The classification of the module is done on the basis of certain standards. Mainly there are two types of the module- multimode and single-mode SFP module. The selection of the module mainly depends on the optical range required by the network.

The rate of transmission of SFP modules ranges from 100Mbps to about 4Gbps and even more. For the WDM links, the users can also choose the DWDM and CWDM SFP modules. The SFP modules in copper allow communications via the twisted cables of networking.

Points To Consider When You Choose The SFP Module:

  • Compatibility: When you purchase SFP transceivers, the most vital thing to notice is the compatibility of the unit. Check the optical testing center of the vendor to understand whether the module is going to be compatible with the devices you use or not.
  • Price:Be it the purchase of industrial Ethernet switch or SFP module, every industrial product is a bit expensive. Compatible modules are available at cheaper rates from reliable vendors. They perform in a similar manner as any other SFP OEM modules. So, remember to conduct proper research work before you invest in the items.
  • Temperature Stability: The modules usually get used in switches or data centers where there is a huge difference in the range of temperatures. Extreme temperature differences can adversely affect the optical sensibility and power of the device. So, checking of the temperature stability is a must when you purchase SFP modules.

Most important of all the points mentioned above is the selection of your vendor. No one can guarantee the working life of a machinery but a reliable vendor is always going to offer you with good after-sales services. Megatel Industries Corp. is one of the renowned suppliers of fiber to serial converter, fiber modem, SFP concentrator, industrial switches and much more in North Wales. The company has important clients in many trading companies, military, governments and other large enterprises.