Fiber optic SFP transceiver CBO SFP-1G-ZX-160KM-BC-BO 1.25 Gbit/s LC ZX 160 km

The BlueOptics single-mode SFP transceiver CBO SFP-1G-ZX-160KM-BC-BO provides 1.25 Gbit/s optical connectivity using an LC duplex connector and ZX-class wavelength for long-reach links up to 160 km. Designed for installation in switches, routers and media converters, this compact SFP module supports reliable single-fibre transmission over extended distances and is suitable for telecom and enterprise network backbones where long-distance optical links are required.

Advantages

This SFP transceiver delivers long-distance connectivity with a ZX wavelength optimized for 160 km single-mode links, allowing network designers to bridge distant sites without intermediate repeaters. The module’s LC duplex interface and 1.25 Gbit/s rate ensure compatibility with standard Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel equipment that accept SFP form-factor transceivers. Its pluggable hot-swap design simplifies installation and maintenance, while industry-standard electrical and optical characteristics provide interoperability across a wide range of networking devices.

Suitable for

• Long-reach backbone links between sites and data centers
• Carrier and telecom access networks requiring extended optical spans
• Enterprise WAN connections and campus interconnects
• Replacement or upgrade of SFP ports in switches, routers and media converters

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP (small form-factor pluggable)
• Data rate: 1.25 Gbit/s
• Fiber type: single-mode
• Connector: LC duplex
• Wavelength class: ZX (long reach)
• Maximum reach: up to 160 km on single-mode fiber
• Hot-pluggable design for in-service installation

How to use

Insert the SFP transceiver into a compatible SFP port on a switch, router or media converter until it seats firmly and the latch engages. Connect LC duplex single-mode fiber patch cables to the module, ensuring correct transmitter-to-receiver alignment. Verify link status through the host device’s management interface or LED indicators. For first-time deployment, confirm the device accepts the transceiver and that optical power levels and receive sensitivity are within specified margins for the planned link distance.

Recommendations

Use clean, undamaged single-mode fiber and LC connectors when installing the module; inspect and, if needed, clean connector end-faces before mating. Match transceiver types and operating wavelengths on both ends of the link, and plan fiber attenuation and margins for the 160 km span. Avoid exposure to excessive mechanical stress or electrostatic discharge during handling and adhere to your host device’s compatibility guidelines.