A Look at Fiber Optic Converters

You learn something new every day. 

Did you know that ethernet over copper networks are limited to a data distance of only 100 meters (328ft) when using unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or sheilded twisted pair (STP) cable?  

By using an Ethernet to Fiber Optic Converter, fiber cabling can be used to extend data connections over a much greater distance. Ethernet to Fiber Optic Converters change Fast Ethernet or Gigabit UTP links to 100Base-FX or 1000Base-X fiber connections at distances of up to 100km on Single mode 9/125 fiber.

These converters can also be used in environments with high levels of electromagnetic interference (EMI) which is commonly found in industrial environments. This interference can cause corruption of data over copper Ethernet lines. However, data over fiber is immune to this type of noise. An Ethernet to Fiber Optic Converter enables you to inter-connect your copper Ethernet devices over fiber ensuring optimal data transmission across the entire long distance network.

Also, the transceiver used in an Ethernet to Fiber Optic Converter transforms the signal from a UTP/RJ45 Ethernet link to one that is light and can be used by a fiber optic cable. Media converters can connect to various fiber optic cable types such as multimode or single mode. Many different pre-made fiber lengths are available and are perfect for your Ethernet to fiber application.


If you need Fiber Converters, contact GET, LLC at 671-797-0789 or check out our website at www.get-guam.com for more information on the related products and services we provide-though our friends at Panduit or Fiber Optic Marketplace LLC.