SFP Module Networking products have become an integral part of today, at every place, from data centres to corporate infrastructures and offices to homes. Every operation, task and activity at all these places are connected, directly or indirectly, with the networking equipment. With seamless and faster communication, businesses can benefit from better decisions, better operations, better tasks and better activities on time.
SFP Modules are used to make all these processes more efficient. Through our extensive experience in delivering networking products of our client’s choice, we ensure that all our SFP Modules are designed specifically for a seamless networking experience in Indian conditions. All our SFP modules are compatible with devices of excellent power budget and provide superior performance.
What is an SFP Module?
SFP Module is a compact, hot-pluggable network interface module mainly used for both data communications and telecommunication applications. On networking hardware, an SFP interface is a modular slot for a media-specific transceiver to connect a copper cable or fibre-optic cable. By using SFPs, individual ports can be equipped with any suitable type of transceiver as per requirement.
SFP modules are also known as Mini-GBIC because they replaced the larger gigabit interface converter (GBIC) in most applications. SFP transceivers support Synchronous Optical Networking (SONET), Gigabit Ethernet, Fiber Channel, PON and other communications standards. It interfaces between communication devices like routers, switches and fibre optic cables and performs conversions between optical and electrical signals.
Advanced SFP
With the everyday advancements in networking technologies, SFP modules are now available in two versions, i.e. SFP+ and QSFP. SFP+ is a faster version of the same form factor and supports speeds up to 10Gbps, specially designed for shorter distances. Its ports are usually compatible with SFP optics but the reverse process is not applicable in this case and SFP+ cannot operate slower than 1Gbps.
Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable (QSFP) supports Ethernet, InfiniBand, SONET and Fiber Channels. QSFP is a quad form of SFP Modules and it can hit speeds up to 100 Gbps through four reception and transmission channels, suitable to upgrade systems that require large bandwidth.
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Advantages of Using SFP Modules:
SFP modules are popular amongst transceivers due to their small form factor suitable for tight networking spaces. They provide faster communication, a variety of SFP connection options and hot-swappable feature that makes it ideal for expanding networks without redesigning the entire cabling infrastructure.
By eliminating the need to maintain additional units or devices of various fiber types for networking infrastructure, Small Form Pluggable transceivers are the most cost-effective way to connect a single network device to a wide variety of fiber cable distances and types.
SFP Modules allow one product the flexibility to expand by speed and/or distances. As SFPs are interchangeable fiber connectors, networking upgrades are also made easier. Transceivers from AE Connect can be interchanged and used on a wide variety of MSA compliant SFP products.
Applications of SFP Modules:
Small Form Pluggable Modules are used in Ethernet Switches, Routers, Firewalls, Network Interface Cards, Fiber Channel Host Adapters and Storage Equipment. Due to its low profile, low cost and ability to provide a connection to different types of optical fiber, SFP Modules provide enhanced flexibility.
SFP Modules are remarkable for high-speed communication between network components and switches such as routers and other devices, mainly used with fiber optic and copper cables. The small form factor of the modules makes them ideal for areas that are not accessible. SFP Modules are compatible with simplex cables as well as duplex Singlemode or Multimode fiber optic cables.
Copper Modules are used in bridging network switches and provide fast copper connection without requiring bulky equipment. Applications of SFP Modules involve high-speed and/or long-range cables, HD audio transmission and reception, and passive optical networks (PON).
How do you choose suitable SFP Modules?
Finding suitable equipment allows us to speed up the data transmission process through various networking channels. To make your life easier in finding suitable SFP Modules, now we’ll discuss some common factors which must be considered while looking for high performing SFP Modules:
- Compatibility of SFP Modules must be checked with switch port and cable
- Ensure your need for Singlemode or Multimode SFP Modules
- Check if the SFP Module you are choosing meets IEEE standards or not
- Determine whether you need an SFP Module for long-distance or short-distance data transmission
- Environment factors such as operating temperature and electrostatic discharge protection should also be considered while finding a suitable SFP Module
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Different SFP Modules offered by AE Connect:
AE Connect offers a variety of transmitter and receiver specifications to allow our customers to select a perfect transceiver for each link to provide the required electrical or optical reach over the copper cables or fiber cables.
Some of the high-performing SFP modules we offer are discussed below along with their features:
The SFP-BIDI transceivers are high performance, cost-effective modules supporting dual data-rate.
- Model : AEXS-BI5312-20D/AEXS-BI3512-20D
- Rate : 1.25Gbps/1.063Gbps
- Transmission distance: 20kms
- Channel: Simplex
- 1310/1550nm DFB laser and PIN receiver
- The transceiver consists of three sections: a DFB laser transmitter, a PIN photodiode integrated with a trans-impedance preamplifier (TIA) and MCU control unit.
- All modules satisfy class I laser safety requirements.
The SFP-BIDI transceivers are high performance, cost-effective modules supporting dual data-rate.
- Model: AE-SMDG-LC20
- Rate : 1.25Gbps/1.063Gbps
- Transmission distance: 20kms
- Channel: Duplex
- The transceiver consists of three sections: a DFB laser transmitter, a PIN photodiode integrated with a trans-impedance preamplifier (TIA) and MCU control unit.
- All modules satisfy class I laser safety requirements.
AE Connect 1000BASE-T copper SFP transceiver is a high performance, cost-effective module compliant with the Gigabit Ethernet and 1000BASE-T standards as specified in IEEE 802.3-2002 and IEEE 802.3ab, which supports 1000Mbps data rate up to 100 meters reach over unshielded twisted-pair category 5 cables.
- Model: AE-SFP-G-RJ45
- Hot-swappable interface lets you install and uninstall without shutting down
- Provides 10/100/1000 Mbps throughput up to 80 to 90 Mtr via Cat6 cabling
- Auto-sensing RJ45 port adjusts to match data speeds
It is a high performance, cost-effective module, which is supporting up to 10.3125Gbps, and a transmission distance of up to 20km on SM fiber.
- Model : AE-SFP+BIDI-10G-LR
- Up to 20 km transmission on SMF
- Up to 10.3125 Gbps
- 1270/1330nm DFB laser and PIN receiver.
- SFI electrical interface
- 2-wire interface for integrated Digital Diagnostic monitoring
- SFP+ MSA package with single LC connector
- Hot-pluggable
It is a high performance, cost-effective module which is supporting up to 10.3125Gbps, and transmission distance up to20km on SM fiber.
- Model : AE-SFP+DLX-10G-LR
- Up to 20 km transmission on SMF
- Up to 10.3125 Gbps
- 1310nm DFB laser and PIN receiver
- SFI electrical interface
- 2-wire interface for integrated Digital Diagnostic monitoring
- SFP+ MSA package with duplex LC connector
- Hot-pluggable
- Very low EMI and excellent ESD protection
SFP+-10GBASE-T Copper Small Form Pluggable (SFP) transceivers are based on the SFP Multi-Source Agreement (MSA). Compatible with the 10Gbase-T / 5Gbase-T / 2.5Gbase-T / 1000base-T standards as specified in IEEE Std 802.3. SFP+-10GBASE-T uses the SFP’s.
- Multimode and single-mode fiber
- Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Fiber Channel, ATM/SONET, SDH
- Hot-pluggable with durable metal enclosure
- Can be installed in any Cisco or MSA SFF-8472 compliant port
- Enhanced digital diagnostic information
- CWDM modules available supporting standard wavelengths defined by ITU-T G.694.2
- 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C) and -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to +85°C ) SFP case operating temperatures
Experience a hassle-free, uninterruptible and smooth networking experience with AE Connect’s smart networking and connectivity products. Moreover, the added advantage is the AE Connect product’s suitability for Indian conditions that you cannot get anywhere else.
While delivering all networking and connectivity products including SFP Modules at competitive market rates, we never compromise the quality of products. Choose your suitable SFP Modules from various types and start levelling up your networking experience with AE Connect.
AE Connect is one of India’s leading manufacturers of high-quality Connectivity and Networking Products. We have been able to build our credibility over the last 15 years with our best-in-class high performing products. Our infrastructure is equipped with advanced machines and appliances to deliver the networking products of the customer’s choice.
We work as a Digital Transformation Partner for all our clients. Along with our smart networking and connectivity products, there are a few other benefits of partnering with AE Connect such as all our products are customized to work in Indian conditions, massive power budget & superior performance of products, and 3 years warranty & extended warranty support.
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