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Transition CBFTF1029-107 10/100 Bridging 100Base-FX 100BTX100Base-FX
- Type: Media Converter
- Ethernet Speed: 10/100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet)
- Copper Interface: 100Base-TX RJ-45
- Fiber Interface: 100Base-FX
- Fiber Connector: Typically SC or ST (check specific model variant)
- Fiber Mode: Multi-mode or Single-mode (check specific model variant)
- Functionality: Converts between copper and fiber
- Application: Network extension, bridging copper and fiber segments
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Media Converter
- Ethernet Speed
- 10/100 Mbps
- Copper Standard
- 100Base-TX
- Fiber Standard
- 100Base-FX
- Connector Type
- RJ-45 (Copper), SC/ST (Fiber)
- Function
- Copper to Fiber Conversion
Product details
The Transition CBFTF1029-107 is a 10/100 Mbps media converter that bridges between 100Base-TX (Fast Ethernet over twisted pair) and 100Base-FX (Fast Ethernet over fiber optic) interfaces. It is designed to extend network distances and provide immunity to electromagnetic interference by utilizing fiber optic cabling.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Media Converter |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 Mbps |
| Copper Standard | 100Base-TX |
Additional Specifications
| Fiber Standard | 100Base-FX |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 (Copper), SC/ST (Fiber) |
| Function | Copper to Fiber Conversion |
Description
The Transition CBFTF1029-107 is a versatile media converter designed to facilitate the interconnection of 10/100 Mbps Ethernet networks using different physical media. It specifically bridges the gap between 100Base-TX, which utilizes unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) copper cabling, and 100Base-FX, which employs fiber optic cabling for longer-distance transmissions. This converter is essential for extending network reach beyond the typical 100-meter limit of copper Ethernet and for improving network reliability in environments susceptible to electromagnetic interference. The device typically features an RJ-45 port for the 100Base-TX connection, supporting standard Ethernet patch cables. For the 100Base-FX interface, it includes a fiber optic connector, commonly an SC or ST type, depending on the specific variant of the model. The fiber optic side can be either multi-mode or single-mode, which dictates the maximum transmission distance. Multi-mode fiber is generally used for shorter distances (up to 2km), while single-mode fiber is capable of much longer runs (tens of kilometers). This media converter acts as a transparent bridge, forwarding Ethernet frames between the copper and fiber segments without altering the data. It is a cost-effective solution for network upgrades, allowing organizations to leverage existing copper infrastructure while extending connectivity over fiber optic links. The CBFTF1029-107 is crucial for building robust network backbones, connecting remote network segments, or integrating different types of network cabling within a facility, ensuring seamless communication at Fast Ethernet speeds.
Condition: Refurbished
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