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Perle 05062180 CM-100MM-S1SC40D Media Converter - 1 SC Port - 100Base-FX/BX - 40 km - Internal
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This media converter operates on 100Base-FX and 100Base-BX network technologies, delivering data transfer rates up to 100 Mbps over optical fiber. It supports a wide range of fiber optic cable specifications, including 100/140 µm, 85/125 µm, 62.5/125 µm, 50/125 µm, and 9/125 µm core/cladding diameters, ensuring compatibility with both multimode and singlemode fiber installations.
The converter's internal design minimizes external cabling and reduces physical footprint, while its lightweight construction at 149.7 grams facilitates easy handling and mounting. Built with environmentally friendly materials and manufactured in Canada, it meets rigorous quality standards for network hardware.
Key Product Advantages
The Perle CM-100MM-S1SC40D media converter extends network reach efficiently, converting copper Ethernet to fiber optic signals to overcome distance limitations of traditional cabling. Its support for 100Base-FX and 100Base-BX technologies ensures reliable performance in diverse network environments.
Extended Fiber Reach
Supports fiber connections up to 40 kilometers, ideal for long-distance network segments between buildings or across campuses.
- 40 km maximum distance
- 100Base-FX/BX compatibility
- Wide fiber core support
Simplified Installation
Internal form factor allows for neat integration into network racks, reducing clutter and simplifying deployment in data centers or server rooms.
- Compact design
- Lightweight at 149.7 g
- Environmentally friendly construction
Deployment / Use Cases
This media converter is engineered for scenarios where extending network connectivity beyond the limits of copper Ethernet is necessary. It seamlessly integrates into existing infrastructure to bridge fiber and copper segments, maintaining data integrity over extended distances.
Common applications include connecting remote offices or buildings within a campus network, integrating fiber backbones into enterprise environments, and supporting industrial networks where fiber optic cabling is required for noise immunity or long runs. Its internal design makes it suitable for rack-mounted installations in data centers, telecom closets, or controlled environments where space optimization is critical.
Physical Profile
The converter features an internal form factor designed for installation within network equipment racks or enclosures. With an approximate weight of 149.7 grams, it is lightweight yet durable, constructed from environmentally friendly materials. This design minimizes external footprint and simplifies integration into existing network setups, ensuring reliable performance in controlled environments.
- Weight
- 149.7 g
Highlights
- Converts copper Ethernet to 100Base-FX/BX fiber optic signals
- Supports fiber connections up to 40 kilometers (24.85 miles)
- Features one SC duplex port for fiber connectivity
- Internal form factor for rack or enclosure installation
- Compatible with multiple fiber core/cladding specifications
- Lightweight design at 149.7 grams
- Environmentally friendly construction
- Manufactured in Canada with lifetime limited warranty
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Perle Systems, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 05062180 |
| Brand Name | Perle |
| Product Model | CM-100MM-S1SC40D |
| Product Name | CM-100MM-S1SC40D Media Converter |
| Product Type | Transceiver/Media Converter |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 2 |
| Number of SC Ports | 1 |
| SC Port Type | Duplex |
| Media & Performance | |
| Maximum Distance Supported | 40 km |
| Fiber Optic Cable Core/Cladding Specification | 100/140 µm,85/125 µm,62.5/125 µm,50/125 µm,9/125 µm |
| Network & Communication | |
| Network Technology | 100Base-FX,100Base-BX |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Internal |
| Weight (Approximate) | 149.7 g |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the maximum distance supported by this media converter?
The Perle CM-100MM-S1SC40D media converter supports fiber optic connections up to 40 kilometers (approximately 24.85 miles). This extended reach makes it suitable for long-distance network segments between buildings or across campus environments, overcoming the limitations of traditional copper Ethernet cabling.
What types of fiber optic cables are compatible with this converter?
This converter is compatible with a wide range of fiber optic cable specifications, including 100/140 µm, 85/125 µm, 62.5/125 µm, 50/125 µm, and 9/125 µm core/cladding diameters. This broad compatibility ensures it works with both multimode and singlemode fiber installations commonly used in enterprise and industrial networks.
What does the internal form factor mean for installation?
The internal form factor indicates that this media converter is designed for installation within network racks, enclosures, or other controlled environments. It integrates neatly into existing infrastructure, reducing external cabling clutter and optimizing space in data centers or server rooms. This design simplifies deployment and maintains a clean, organized network setup.
What network technologies does this media converter support?
This converter supports 100Base-FX and 100Base-BX network technologies, delivering data transfer rates up to 100 Mbps over fiber optic cabling. These standards are widely used for extending Ethernet networks over fiber, providing reliable performance for business and industrial applications where fiber connectivity is required.
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