Fiber Media Converter and Ethernet Switch Series for Copper-to-Fiber Links
fiber media converter series extends Ethernet over single-mode or multimode fibre using fixed optical ports or SFP modules. The family includes 100M and gigabit 1-fibre/1-copper converters plus multi-port switching variants; model names are not interchangeable and the exact data rate, wavelength pair, connector, distance and power input must be locked before production.
Existing exposure terms—fiber media converter, gigabit, RJ45, SFP, SC, single-mode and multimode—are retained. Distance is an optical-budget result, not a stand-alone guarantee.
Series Selection Matrix
Decision | Options to confirm | Engineering impact |
Ethernet rate | 10/100M or 10/100/1000M | Both ends and all copper devices must support the required rate. |
Fibre | Multimode or single-mode; dual-fibre or BiDi single-fibre | Determines wavelength, connector, distance and paired units. |
Optical interface | Fixed SC/FC/LC or SFP cage | SFP version shifts optical specifications to the selected module. |
Topology | 1F1E converter or 2F4E/3F2E/6F2E switching variant | Port count, forwarding capacity and redundancy differ. |
Power | External DC, built-in AC or project DC input | Confirm voltage, plug, polarity and surge environment. |
Management/features | Unmanaged by default unless explicitly specified; LFP, VLAN, PoE, jumbo frame are model-dependent | Never infer features from enclosure or port count. |
Single-Fiber BiDi Pairing
A single-fibre link requires complementary A/B units: the transmit wavelength at one end must equal the receive wavelength at the other. Confirm 1310/1550 or other specified pair, connector polish and link direction. Two identical BiDi units normally will not establish a link.
Technical Specifications and Series Comparison
Model | Fiber Ports | Copper Ports | Speed | Fiber Connector | Distance | Fiber Type | Wavelength | MAC Table | Power Supply | Dimensions (mm) |
HTB-3100A/B | 1 | 1 | 100M | SC/FC/ST | 25~120km | SM simplex | 1310/1550 (25-60km) | 2K | External DC / optional built-in AC | 26×70×93 |
1490/1550 (80-120km) |
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GS03 | 1 | 1 | 1000M | SC/FC/LC | 10~100km | SM (dual-fiber or single-fiber) | 1310/1550 | 2K | Built-in AC | 140×110×30 |
2F4E | 2 | 4 | 100M / 1000M (optional) | SC/FC/LC | MM 0.5km / SM 100km | SM/MM | 850/1310/1550 optional | 2K | Built-in / External DC | 160×75×26 |
3F2E | 3 | 2 | 100M / 1000M (optional) | SC/FC/LC | MM 0.5km / SM 100km | SM/MM | 850/1310/1550 optional | 2K | Built-in / External DC | 160×75×26 |
6F2E | 6 | 2 | 100M (10/100M auto-negotiation) | SC/FC/LC | MM 2km / SM 120km | SM/MM | 1310/1550 | 4K | AC 180-260V or DC -48V / +24V / 44-58V | 216×140×31 |
SFP pluggable | 1 (SFP cage) | 1 | 100M / 1000M (optional) | SC/LC | MM 0.5km / SM 120km | SM/MM | 850/1310/1550 | 2K/4K | DC 3.3V (hot-swappable) | Module: 56.5×13.4×8.5 |
Enclosure size customizable |
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Optical Link Budget and Distance
Calculate margin from transmitter power, receiver sensitivity, fibre attenuation, connector/splice loss and ageing/repair allowance. A 20 km, 80 km or 120 km label represents a configured optical class under stated conditions; installed link quality and SFP/fixed-optics specification determine actual performance.
Ethernet Rate, Duplex and Auto-Negotiation
A gigabit converter does not increase the speed of a 100M camera or switch. Confirm copper auto-negotiation, duplex behaviour and any forced settings at both ends. For SFP models, verify module data rate, MSA compatibility, DOM requirement and permitted temperature range. LFP, jumbo-frame size, VLAN, PoE and managed functions are available only when listed on the exact datasheet.
Common Commissioning Failures and Prevention
Risk | Result | Control |
BiDi A/B wavelengths not paired | No optical link | Match Tx/Rx wavelength pairs and connector polish. |
100M unit in gigabit path | Throughput limited to Fast Ethernet | Approve rate on both ends and verify auto-negotiation. |
Distance selected by label only | Unstable link or no margin | Calculate optical budget including fibre, connectors, splices and ageing margin. |
SM/MM mismatch | High loss or modal problems | Match fibre type and wavelength to installed cabling. |
Power-supply mismatch | Damage or intermittent reboot | Confirm input range, polarity, earthing and plug. |
Unverified feature claim | Tender or commissioning failure | List LFP, jumbo frame, VLAN, PoE and management requirements per exact model. |
Pre-shipment Quality and Acceptance Plan
LinkFiber can inspect exact model, port count, rate, wavelength, optical power, receiver response, connector, MAC learning, power input and labels. Project acceptance may add packet-loss/throughput testing, burn-in, link-flap recovery, power-cycle tests and paired BiDi verification.
- Approve one complete A/B link or two-fibre pair.
- Record rate, wavelength, connector, fibre type and distance class.
- Verify copper link at the required speed and duplex.
- Check every ordered power-supply option and plug.
- Test multi-port models under simultaneous traffic where required.
- Match SFP modules and feature claims to the exact model.
B2B Buyer Guide: Information Required for an Accurate Quote
Provide copper rate and port count, fibre count/type, connector, link length and loss, BiDi or dual-fibre topology, SFP or fixed optics, power input, operating environment, LFP/jumbo/PoE/management requirements, quantity, plug, label/logo and inspection documents.
MOQ, Samples, Lead Time and Packing
Commercial item | Standard B2B arrangement |
MOQ | Project-based quantity; samples and trial orders available on request |
Lead time | Normally 5–10 days after configuration confirmation |
Packing | Protective bag/inner carton and export carton; project-specific packing available |
Customization | Ports, adapters, trays, labels, logo, accessories, manual, inspection report and packing |
Documents | Exact-model datasheet, packing list and lot inspection records; compliance evidence must match the supplied variant |
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Compare the complete fiber media converter and Ethernet switch series and other Fiber Optic Transmission Equipment. LinkFiber can match paired converters, SFP modules, patch cords and power supplies under one configuration sheet.