Fiber optic transceiver with 1 FC interface single-mode single-fiber

Single-mode, single-fiber FC transceivers are available as SFP modules with FC support, typically using 1310nm wavelength and supporting distances up to 20 km.OverviewA fiber optic transceiver with a single FC interface for single-mode, single-fiber operation is designed to transmit and receive data over a single optical fiber, often using bidirectional (BiDi) technology. These transceivers are commonly used in 1G Fibre Channel (1G FC) or Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) networks, providing cost-effective long-distance connectivity while minimizing fiber usage .Key FeaturesConnector Type: Many single-mode single-fiber transceivers use FC or LC connectors, depending on the module and vendor .Wavelength: Typically 1310 nm for single-mode operation, suitable for long-distance transmission .Distance: Standard modules can support distances from 10 km up to 20 km over single-mode fiber .Form Factor: Most are SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) modules, allowing easy hot-swapping and compatibility with various switches and storage devices .Digital Diagnostics: Many modules provide SFF-8472 compliant digital diagnostics, enabling real-time monitoring of optical power, temperature, and voltage .Single-Fiber Operation: BiDi SFPs allow transmit and receive signals over a single fiber, reducing cabling requirements and simplifying network deployment .Example ProductsSO-SFP-1000BASE-L20D: A 1310nm SFP transceiver for single-mode fiber supporting 1G FC and GbE, with a bridgeable distance of up to 20 km and digital diagnostics via a 2-wire serial interface .Smartoptics 1G FC BiDi SFP: Supports single-fiber operation for FTTH or fiber-efficient networking, ideal for cost-effective long-haul connections .16G FC SFP+ LR: Although higher-speed, this module operates over single-mode fiber with LC duplex connectors and can be adapted for universal optical interfaces using reconfiguration devices .ConsiderationsEnsure the connector type matches your existing fiber infrastructure (FC, LC, or SC).Verify the distance and wavelength requirements for your network.Check for digital diagnostic support if monitoring optical parameters is important.For single-fiber applications, confirm the module supports BiDi operation to transmit and receive over a single fiber strand. These transceivers are widely available from suppliers like Mouser Electronics and DigiKey, which provide datasheets, inventory, and pricing for single-mode, single-fiber SFP modules .