Transition SISTF1014-160-LR 100BFX Switch SC 100BFX Media Converter

Product Description

The Transition Networks SISTF1014-160-LR is a high-performance Fast Ethernet media converter designed to bridge the gap between copper and fiber optic networks, specifically enabling long-reach connections. It converts 100Base-TX signals from a standard RJ45 copper interface to 100Base-FX fiber optic signals using an SC connector. The 'LR' designation indicates its capability for Long Reach transmission, typically over single-mode fiber, allowing network connections to extend significantly further than standard multimode fiber solutions. This media converter is equipped with a 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiating RJ45 port for easy integration with existing copper Ethernet devices and infrastructure. The fiber optic port utilizes an SC connector, a widely adopted standard for fiber optic connections, and operates at 100 Mbps. The use of single-mode fiber and the Long Reach capability allows this converter to support distances of up to 40 kilometers (approximately 25 miles), making it an ideal choice for connecting geographically dispersed locations, such as between different buildings in a campus environment, linking network nodes in a metropolitan area, or extending network reach across long distances. The SISTF1014-160-LR operates transparently, ensuring that data integrity is maintained as signals are converted between electrical and optical formats. It typically requires an external power supply. This converter is a cost-effective solution for extending network infrastructure where fiber optics are necessary for distance, security, or immunity to electromagnetic interference, particularly when long-haul connectivity is a requirement.