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American
Tech Supply carries Opterna's entire line of fiber optic media converters including
the 1100C fiber optic media converter line with ST, SC, MTRJ, and FJ connectors
available for several years and is being used in a wide variety of applications
in the industrial, educational, and military markets. These converters enable
designers to configure a “fiber to the wall” application without the
need to locate a fiber wall outlet near a power outlet. Power is supplied through
a “Y” cable that enables the converter to draw power from the computer
keyboard port. A version of the “Y” cable that enables the converter
to be powered from a Sun Workstation keyboard port is also available
Atek Communications carries a complete line of fiber optic media converters including a complete line of hundreds of singlmode fiber optic media converter and multimode fiber media converters including standalone media converters, rack mount media converters, ethernet converters, ATM OC3 fiber converters, T1/E1 Fiber Converters, DS3/E3 fiber converters from several manufacturers and have most fiber media converters and fiber mode converters in stock . We have one of the largest selections of fiber optic media converters in the USA from leading manufacturers like MRV fiber media converters, Signamax media converters, Transition Networks fiber media networks, TC Communication fiber optic media converters, and you can always save with our economical low cost line of fiber optic media converters(BELOW)
Fiber Optic Media Converters are devices that simply receive data signals from one media, convert and transmit them to another other media. For example, media converters can convert signals transmitted on a copper cable to signals that run on fiber. Since Fiber Optic Media Converters function as physical layer networking devices, they remain completely transparent to other networking devices and any upper-level protocol.Media Converters can function in either half-duplex or full duplex mode. Full duplex Ethernet over UTP runs at 20 or 200Mbps, while half-duplex Ethernet over UTP runs at either 10 or 100 Mbps. Full duplex Ethernet is especially valuable in linking two switches or connecting a switch to a file server. No adjustments are necessary when using either mode. A Fiber Optic Media Converter will automatically sense which mode is in operation.
   TC Communications Fiber Optic Media Converters- TC Fiber Media Converters - The TC3300R/S is typically used to interconnect 10/100/1000Mbps switching hubs, workstations or any other Ethernet, Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet compliant device at distances up to 100km.
  Transition Networks Fiber Optic Media Converters-Transition Networks-10/100/1000 media converter that converts the electrical signal of a 10/100/1000 Ethernet signal from copper to fiber. This solution will offer a low-cost integration option for network managers who want to migrate from 10/100 networks to Gigabit Ethernet. Gigabit only switches can now be connected to 10/100 networks without the need to upgrade the 10/100 side, allowing network managers to add new equipment gradually. Fiber interface runs at 1000Base speeds, which enables users to connect Gigabit ports on fiber switches. Fiber connectivity options include SX optics and LX dual fiber with distances up to 125km or single fiber up to 40km. In addition to the standard 220 meters with standard SX optics, Transition Networks also offers a proprietary solution that will allow users to transmit up to 2km over multimode fiber (62.5/125µm) (xGFEB1024-100
 Milan Media Converters- Milan-By utilizing lower cost 850nm optio-electronics, the 10/100BASE-SX fiber optic media converter provides compatibility with legacy 10BASE-FL devices while providing the lowest possible cost solution for fiber installation of up to 60 meters (100BASE-SX). This makes it ideal for building backbone and horizontal cabling applications where cost and 10/100 auto-negotiation are critical.
  Signamax Fiber Optic Media Converters- Signamax-Signamax provides fiber optic media converter solutions that support data, voice, video and image transport over a wide variety of fiber optic and ethernet (other) transmission media. These fiber optic media converters convert a wide variety of data — from serial RS-232 through Standard, Fast, Gigabit Ethernet and SONET/SDH protocols. Conversions from twisted-pair copper cable, coaxial cable, multimode fiber and singlemode fiber, to other types of cable are all possible with the wide array of solutions from Signamax Connectivity Systems.
   The MRV MC102 product line encompasses copper-to-fiber and fiber-to-fiber conversion units. On all of these converters, the fiber port(s) allow a choice of multimode or single mode fiber, single fiber operation, different wavelengths and power levels. EM316xSF - Single Fiber Media Converters MRV's Fiber Driver® family’s Single Fiber modules use unique technologies, which provide the ability to combine transmit (TX) and receive (RX) signals onto a single fiber strand. This effectively doubles the available fiber in a network, and eliminates the need for additional fiber installation. The Fiber Driver Single Fiber modules employs Single wavelength bi-directional technology in order to combine the TX and RX on the single strand.
 IMC Fiber Optic Media Converter Converters IMC- The rugged McBasic copper-to-fiber Media Converters support all Ethernet protocols, making them ideal for all types of conversions and network extensions inside or outside the LAN. The McBasic series includes various cabling troubleshooting features such as LinkLoss and FiberAlert, plus an internal power supply
Allied Telesyn Fiber Optic Media Converters - Coming soon-
 How a fiber optic media converter works: In recent years it has become apparent that fiber-optics are steadily replacing copper wire as an appropriate means of communication signal transmission. They span the long distances between local phone systems as well as providing the backbone for many network systems. Other system users include cable television services, university campuses, office buildings, industrial plants, and electric utility companies. This is an overview of fiber-optic technology, telecommunication applications, fiber-optic advantages and disadvantages, and fiber-optic economics.
A fiber-optic system is similar to the copper wire system that fiber-optics is replacing. The difference is that fiber-optics use light pulses to transmit information down fiber lines instead of using electronic pulses to transmit information down copper lines. Looking at the components in a fiber-optic chain will give a better understanding of how the system works in conjunction with wire based systems.
At one end of the system is a transmitter. This is the place of origin for information coming on to fiber-optic lines. The transmitter accepts coded electronic pulse information coming from copper wire. It then processes and translates that information into equivalently coded light pulses. A light-emitting diode (LED) or an injection-laser diode (ILD) can be used for generating the light pulses. Using a lens, the light pulses are funneled into the fiber-optic medium where they transmit themselves down the line.Light pulses move easily down the fiber-optic line because of a principle known as total internal reflection. "This principle of total internal reflection states that when the angle of incidence exceeds a critical value, light cannot get out of the glass; instead, the light bounces back in. When this principle is applied to the construction of the fiber-optic strand, it is possible to transmit information down fiber lines in the form of light pulses.There are generally five elements that make up the construction of a fiber-optic strand, or cable: the optic core, optic cladding, a buffer material, a strength material and the outer jacket (Fig. 1). The optic core is the light carrying element at the center of the optical fiber. It is commonly made from a combination of silica and germania. Surrounding the core is the optic cladding made of pure silica . It is this combination that makes the principle of total internal reflection possible. The difference in materials used in the making of the core and the cladding creates an extremely reflective surface at the point in which they interface. Light pulses entering the fiber core reflect off the core/cladding interface and thus remain within the core as they move down the line.
TC Communications TC Fiber Media Converters -IMC Fiber Converters IMC-Milan-Transition Networks Fiber Optic Media Converters-Transition Networks-Signamax Fiber Optic Media Converters- Signamax-Allied Telesyn Fiber Optic Media Converters
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“Our
customers have told us they value the convenience of using copper-to-fiber media
converters in their fiber networks, because all PC and workstation platforms with
a 100BASE-TX port can be supported with one part number, without the need to install
a NIC or driver software. The ‘Unplugged’ 100Mb/s converter further
enhances the convenience of using Sun Conversion Technologies media converters,” explained Bret Matz, president of Sun Conversion Technologies- now called OPTERNA. Sun
Conversion Technologies (now called Opterna) is a leading supplier of ISO-certified,
active and passive optical products for cost-effective, fiber-networking solutions.
Sun Conversion Technologies's products include standalone and rack-mount media
converters, desktop hubs and switches, network interface cards, optical transceivers
and a full line of optical cable assemblies. Opterna
1100 100 Base TX to FX Media Converter- For
our Opterna Price list, click here Model
1100C
Standalone, UNPLUGGED or Powered 100BASE-TX to FX Media Converter
The Model 1100C "Unplugged" features an innovative solution, using
a "Y" cable that connects into the PC's keyboard, drawing power from
the PC to operate.The Model 1100C standalone, 100 Mbps media converter affords
connection of 100BASE-TX devices to your upgraded fiber network. It's another
lightweight and compact desktop converter that is easy to install, requires no
configuration and no need to open up your PCs. The Model 1100C standalone media
converter can also be used with any 100BASE-T and 100BASE-FX compliant products
like hubs or switches Specifications:
100BASE-TX
to 100BASE-FX
Dimensions: 2.3" x 4.4" x .9"
Shipping
weight: 1.8 lbs
SC ,ST ,or MT-RJ connectors
Features/Benefits:
Provides a convenient way to utilizing your existing 100BASE-TX ports on PCs,
laptops and workstations to connect to a fiber network
Low price, high performance
and rich feature set combine for best value
Easy to install and maintain;
No configuration needed
Transparently supports half or full duplex
110 Model 110 C "Unplugged" Media Converter (Call for Pricing (866)
FIBER-21) Starting at $100.00!
Model 110C "Unplugged"
Standalone, 10BASE-T to FL Media Converter List
Price - $109.00
The Model 110C standalone, 10Mbps media converter is one of the first cost
and technology breakthroughs from Opterna. It provides not only easier 10BASE-T
to FL media conversion from UTP to fiber in Ethernet premise-networking applications,
it also helps you save more money by not having to purchase additional AC power
packs and chords. The Model 110C "Unplugged" features an innovative
solution, using a "Y" cable that connects into the PC's keyboard, drawing
power from the PC to operate. The Model 110C "Unplugged" media converter
is also the first standalone media converter in the market to break the $100-per-unit-cost
barrier. There are now over 2,000 units installed at Georgetown University. Read
about the story at Beyond Fiber to the Dorm.
Specifications:
10BASE-T
to 10BASE-FL
Dimensions: 1.7" x 2.6" x .8"
Shipping
weight: .4 lbs
MT-RJ and ST connectors
Features/Benefits:
Provides
a convenient way to use existing 10BASE-T ports on PCs
Protects existing
investments in networking electronics
Requires no
additional power supplies
No configuration necessary
Supports
half or full duplex
 Model
100 GC Gigabit Ethernet Media Converter
Model
100GC,110GC Gigabit Ethernet
Standalone Media Converter
The Model
100GC features a 1000BASE-T copper port and a 1000BASE-SX fiber port, compliant
with IEEE 802.3 standards. The 1000BASE-SX port contains an 850nm VCSEL laser
capable of transmitting over 220 meters on 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber or
over 550 meters on 50/125 micron fiber. The Model 110GC features a 100BASE-T copper
port and a 1000BASE-LX fiber port, containing a 1300nm laser, capable of transmitting
over 550 meters on multimode fiber (using an Opterna mode-conditioning patch cord),
or over 10km on singlemode fiber. Specifications:
100BASE-TX
to 100BASE-FX
Dimensions: 4.3” x 3.2” x 0.9” (109mm x 81mm
x 22mm)
Shipping weight: 2 lbs. (0.9 kg) with power supply
DC Barrel
Connectors
Features/Benefits:
Easy to install;
No configuration needed
1000BASE-SX, 850nm for multimode fiber (220m/550m)
1000BASE-LX, 1300nm for single-mode fiber (10km)
Full duplex Gigabit
operation
Auto-MDIX and auto-polarity correction
Lifetime warranty
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Model
1102C
Standalone, 100BASE-TX to 100BASE-SX auto-negotiating Media Converter
The Model 1102C standalone, 100 Mbps media converter significantly helps
lower the cost of Fiber-to-the-Desk in Fast Ethernet applications. The Model 1102C
media converter provides the lowest cost solution for 100Mbps fiber in the horizontal,
approaching the cost of a Category 5e UTP solution, but enhanced with the lower-cost
850nm optics and many inherent and proven advantages of fiber.When connected to
another 100BASE-SX-compliant device, The Model 1102C auto-negotiates the link
speed and duplex mode. Note: Since 100BASE-SX devices operate at 850nm, they are
not interoperable with 100BASE-FX (1300nm) devices. Specifications:
100BASE-TX
to 100BASE-SX
Dimensions: 2.3" x 4.4" x .9"
Shipping
weight: 1.8 lbs.
ST connectors
Features/Benefits:
Easy to install
and maintain
Low-cost, 850nm ST optics
Protects investments in network
electronics
Supports half or full duplex
Over 300m fiber distances
All UTP connectors are RJ-45 type. Models
1120C, 1150C, 1180C
for 100BASE-TX to Single-mode for Fast Ethernet
Models 1520C, 1550C, 1580C
for Single-mode-to-Multimode for Fast Ethernet
and ATM OC-3
Standalone Media Converters for distances up to 80 km and beyond
Specifications:
100BASE-TX
to Single-mode for Fast Ethernet
- Model 1120C for distances of 20-30
km; 1310nm
- Model 1150C for distances of 50-60 km; 1310nm
- Model 1180C
for distances of 80-90 km; 1550nm Single-mode-to-multimode
for Fast Ehternet and ATM
OC-3 (155 Mbps)
- Model 1520C for distances
of 20-30 km; both ports 1310nm
- Model 1550C for distances of 50-60 km; both
ports 1310nm
- Model 1580C for distances of 80-90 km; port A: 1310nm,
port B: 1550nm
Dimensions: 2.3" x 4.4" x .9"
Shipping Weight: 1.8 lbs. (includes
power supply)
SC
duplex interfaces standard; others avaible upon request Features/Benefits:
Ideal for backbone applications over single-mode fiber
Fast and easy
implementation without user configuration
Low cost, low maintenance, high
reliability
Rich feature set and affordability result in superior value
Lifetime warranty; free tech support via toll-free number
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