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Chapter 2: Overview
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2. Overview: About the Industrial SFP/SFP Multi-Power Mode
Converter
The Industrial SFP/SFP is a pure mode converter that converts any fiber
optics type to any other fiber optics type. This product is a Protocol
independent converter and is not intended for applications that require
retiming or any Layer 2 functions. The Industrial SFP/SFP supports
extended temperature operation.
The Industrial SFP/SFP requires two small form-factor (SFP) modules (sold
separately), which provide greater fiber flexibility in the network environment.
The hot-swappable nature of the SFPs and the numerous fiber modes and
types available in SFPs allow for easy configuration and future upgrading as
network demands evolve. The SFP modules must be MSA compliant and
support the same speed range.
The Industrial SFP/SFP operates as a mode converter only and not as a rate
converter.
The Industrial SFP/SFP does not provide support for copper (TX) SFPs.
2.1 Features
The Industrial SFP/SFP provides the ability to change optical transport
characteristics using easy-to-install SFP devices. This mix-and-match
functionality is only limited by the available Black Box SFP units. For more
information about SFPs, visit https://www.blackbox.com
The key features of the Industrial SFP/SFP are:
• Uses Miniature Media Converter Form Factor
• Supports a 7 VDC to 50 VDC terminal block option with cascading power
• Supports an external 5 VDC power option (not extended temperature)
• Allows extended temperature range from -13°F to 185° F (25°C to 85°C)
• Uses all standard MSA-complaint SFP devices (excluding copper SFPs)
• Provides extensive diagnostic LED functions
• Supports DIN Rail mounting