Fiber optic SFP transceiver BlueOptics ONS-GC-GE-ZX=-BO 80000 m

The BlueOptics ONS-GC-GE-ZX=-BO is a single‑mode fiber optic SFP transceiver designed for long‑reach 1000BASE‑ZX connections up to 80,000 m. Housed in an aluminium casing and weighing 20 g, the module uses LC duplex connectivity and operates at 1550 nm for both transmitter and receiver. It follows MSA standards and is compatible with major network platforms that support equivalent 1000BASE‑ZX SFP transceivers.

Advantages

The transceiver supports long‑distance gigabit Ethernet links while remaining compact and lightweight, enabling high availability in routed and switched networks. Built to MSA mechanical and optical specifications, it provides interoperability with equipment that accepts 1000BASE‑ZX SFP modules. The module includes digital diagnostic monitoring (DDM/DOM) support for real‑time monitoring of supply voltage, laser bias current, transmit output power, receive input power and temperature when used in hardware that exposes these diagnostics.

Suitable for

• Long‑distance single‑mode Ethernet links (up to 80 km)
• Interconnects between switches, routers and storage systems
• Data centre uplinks and metropolitan area networks
• Environments requiring DDM/DOM monitoring for remote diagnostics

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP (Small Form‑Factor Pluggable)
• Data rate: 1.25 Gbit/s (1000BASE‑ZX)
• Wavelength: 1550 nm (Tx and Rx)
• Connector: LC duplex
• Fiber type: Single‑mode fiber
• Maximum link distance: up to 80,000 m (80 km)
• Housing material: aluminium
• Weight: approximately 0.02 kg
• Supports Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM/DOM) per MSA SFF‑8472 when supported by host hardware

How to use

Insert the SFP transceiver into a compatible SFP slot on a switch, router or media converter while the host device is powered according to the vendor guidance. Connect an LC duplex single‑mode patch cable between transceivers at each end of the link, ensuring correct Tx/Rx alignment. Verify link status on the host device and, if available, read DDM/DOM parameters from the device management interface to confirm optical levels and temperature. Follow the host vendor’s instructions for enabling or validating support for third‑party SFP modules if required.

Recommendations

Use single‑mode LC duplex patch cords with appropriate attenuation and ensure connectors and patch panels are clean to achieve the specified range and signal quality. Confirm that the network hardware firmware supports 1000BASE‑ZX SFP modules and DDM/DOM if remote diagnostics are needed. For critical links, perform optical power measurements and keep spare modules for rapid replacement.