1000M SFP Copper RJ45 100m Industrial 1000BASE-T Ethernet Transceiver

• Supports 1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• 1000BASE-T Ethernet standard
• Up to 100m transmission over copper Ethernet cable
• Hot-pluggable SFP form factor
• Standard RJ45 electrical interface
• SERDES host interface
• Wide industrial operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Fully metallic enclosure
• Typical power dissipation of 1.05W
• TX Disable function supported
• RX Loss of Signal function supported
• 2-wire serial management interface
• Designed for industrial Ethernet environments
• Suitable for high-density SFP-based network equipment

• Industrial Ethernet switches
• Gigabit Ethernet networks
• Industrial automation networks
• Factory and manufacturing networks
• Industrial access networks
• Gigabit copper network links
• Network switches with SFP slots
• Router and gateway connectivity
• Structured copper cabling infrastructure
• Harsh-environment Ethernet deployments

FiberMania provides OEM and customized manufacturing services for industrial copper SFP transceivers. Customization options can include host equipment compatibility, EEPROM coding, device identification, product labeling, housing markings, packaging, and other project-specific requirements.

For industrial networking projects, customers can provide the target switch, router, industrial Ethernet platform, or network architecture for compatibility evaluation. Customized host coding and identification can be provided for qualified B2B applications, with sample testing available before volume production.

Q1. Why use a copper SFP module in an industrial Ethernet switch?

A copper SFP module allows an SFP-based switch to connect directly to existing RJ45 copper infrastructure without requiring a dedicated built-in copper port. This is useful when a network device needs flexible combinations of fiber and copper interfaces.

Q2. What is the practical benefit of the -40°C to +85°C operating range?

The wide temperature range allows the transceiver to be deployed in environments where standard commercial modules may not be suitable. It can be used in industrial cabinets, manufacturing facilities, transportation infrastructure, outdoor network enclosures, and other locations subject to significant temperature changes.

Q3. Can the module transmit 100m over any copper Ethernet cable?

The maximum 100m reach depends on the cable type, installation quality, connectors, electromagnetic environment, and the capabilities of the connected equipment. A suitable Ethernet cable and properly installed structured cabling system should be used when designing a 100m link.

Q4. What is the purpose of the fully metallic enclosure?

The metallic enclosure provides mechanical protection while helping reduce the effects of electromagnetic interference. This is particularly useful in industrial environments where electrical equipment, motors, and other sources of interference may be present.

Q5. Why is the typical power dissipation only 1.05W important for industrial applications?

Lower power consumption can help reduce heat generation inside network equipment. This is beneficial for high-density industrial installations, especially where equipment is installed inside enclosed cabinets or locations with limited cooling capacity.

Q6. Can this industrial SFP be customized for specific switch platforms?

Yes. FiberMania can support equipment-specific EEPROM coding and host identification for qualified projects. Customers can provide the manufacturer and model of the target industrial switch or network platform so compatibility requirements can be evaluated before production.