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Optical Networking
Match every switch port with the right speed, wavelength and reach
DistriNode offers network transceiver modules for access, aggregation and data centre links: SFP, SFP+, QSFP and compatible optics for switches, routers, servers and storage equipment, with choices for single-mode, multi-mode, copper, short reach, long reach and vendor-specific compatibility.
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How to Choose Network Transceiver Modules
Start with the port type
Match SFP, SFP+, SFP28, QSFP or QSFP28 to the exact switch or server port. The module must support the port speed and form factor.
Check fiber and wavelength
Single-mode, multi-mode, BiDi, CWDM and DAC environments use different wavelengths, connectors and distance ranges.
Validate vendor compatibility
Many switches check module coding. Choose optics tested for the platform, firmware generation and required monitoring features.
Plan spare optics
Keep spare modules for critical uplinks. A failed transceiver can take down a redundant path as effectively as a cable cut.
What You’ll Find Here
Leading Transceiver Brands
BLUEOPTICSHPECISCOStarTechLANVIEWUBIQUITILEVELONEPLANETEXTRALINKHPALLNETTP-LINKDELLMIKROTIKLANCOMDIGITUS
Compatibility tip: Record the switch model, port speed, fiber type, connector and distance before choosing optics. Matching only the brand name is not enough for stable links.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between single-mode and multi-mode optics?
Single-mode optics are used for longer distances over OS2 fiber. Multi-mode optics are used for shorter links over OM3 or OM4 fiber.
Can I use a compatible transceiver instead of OEM optics?
Often yes, if it is coded and tested for the switch platform and firmware. Always check monitoring and support requirements.
Why does wavelength matter?
The optic pair must use matching wavelengths and fiber type. A mismatch can prevent link-up even when the connector fits.
Brand: MIKROTIK
Stock: 1
The Mikrotik XQ+31LC10D is a high-performance QSFP28 optical transceiver module designed to deliver 100 Gigabit per second connectivity over single-mo..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Transceiver ...
QSFP28
R5,853
Ex Tax:R5,089
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 208
The BlueOptics BO35J15640D SFP+ Transceiver is a 10GBASE-ER optical module for singlemode fiber networks. It transmits at 1550 nm and supports LC-dupl..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R3,993
Ex Tax:R3,472
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 186
BlueOptics SFP-10/25G-BXU-BO is an SFP28 fiber optic transceiver module designed for single-mode links. It supports a maximum data rate of 25 Gbit/s a..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Transceiver ...
SFP28
R2,001
Ex Tax:R1,740
Brand: SONICWALL
Stock: 8
The SonicWall 02-SSC-8390 is an SFP28 transceiver module for 25 Gigabit LAN connections using the 25GBase-SR standard.Key featuresSFP28 form factor25G..
Connector Type
SFP28
Transceiver ...
SFP28
R8,383
Ex Tax:R7,290
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Brand: ACT
Stock: 4
The ACT SFP 1000Base copper RJ45 transceiver is an SFP-module designed for HP / HPE / Aruba / ProCurve and H3C devices. It provides a 1000 Mbit/s Ethe..
Connector Type
RJ45
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Copper / DAC
Fibre Type
Copper & DAC
R1,879
Ex Tax:R1,634
60 mo.free
Brand: CISCO
Stock: 8
Catalyst IE3300 Rugged 8 Port Sfp Fiber Exp Module — Genuine CISCO product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, of..
Connector Type
SFP
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Transceiver ...
SFP
R40,274
Ex Tax:R35,021
Brand: UBIQUITI
Stock: 2
The Ubiquiti UACC-OM-QSFP28-LR4 is a QSFP28 fiber optic transceiver module that provides 100G connections over single-mode fiber with a duplex LC UPC ..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Transceiver ...
QSFP28
R6,165
Ex Tax:R5,361
Brand: RUIJIE
Stock: 10
The Ruijie Networks NIS-GE-SFP-550M-MM850 SFP transceiver module is designed for multimode fiber links delivering up to 1000 Mbit/s at an 850 nm wavel..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
R931
Ex Tax:R809
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Brand: LEVELONE
Stock: 69
LevelOne SFP-3111 is a multi-mode SFP transceiver designed for Gigabit Ethernet and fiber network links. It supports a bi-directional data rate of up ..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R687
Ex Tax:R597
Brand: NETGEAR
Stock: 18
- Adds 10 Gigabit Ethernet "long-reach" LC fiber connectivity to the standard SFP+ interfaces- Fits into the two built-in 10 GE SFP+ interfaces of GSM..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R17,521
Ex Tax:R15,235
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 8
BlueOptics OSFP Transceiver P49764-B21-BO is a 400GBASE-VR4 multimode fiber module designed for short-reach high-density links in data center and carr..
Connector Type
MPO/MTP
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
400 Gbps
R13,352
Ex Tax:R11,611
Brand: EDIMAX
Stock: 2
The Edimax MG-1000AS1 V2 is a fiber optic transceiver module in SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) form factor designed to extend network links and pro..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R1,134
Ex Tax:R986
60 mo.free
Brand: ACT
Stock: 8
The ACT SFP-1GE-T is a copper SFP transceiver for 1000Base networks. It provides a 1000 Mbit/s maximum data rate over standard RJ45 copper cabling and..
Connector Type
RJ45
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Copper / DAC
Fibre Type
Copper & DAC
R1,879
Ex Tax:R1,634
Brand: ALLNET
Stock: 14
ALLNET Switch Module ALL4760 SFP+(Mini-GBIC), 10Gbit Singlemode, to 220m, LRM/LC, *only for Multimode 50/125u Cable OM1-4* — Genuine ALLNET product su..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R1,530
Ex Tax:R1,331
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 8
Lancom Lancom_ 60184 Networking Device — Genuine LANCOM product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, official manu..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
R18,844
Ex Tax:R16,386
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 1
Lancom 60187 Networking Device — Genuine LANCOM product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, official manufacturer..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R38,246
Ex Tax:R33,257
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 2
The LANCOM SFP-CO10-MG is an SFP+ transceiver module with a 10GBase-T copper RJ-45 interface, reaching up to 30 m at 10 Gbps. It is supplied in a bulk..
Connector Type
SFP
Transceiver ...
SFP
R30,428
Ex Tax:R26,459
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 21
The LANCOM SFP-AON-10 is an SFP fiber-optic transceiver designed for direct connection to Active Optical Network (AON) FTTH lines. It provides up to 1..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R3,270
Ex Tax:R2,843
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 10
Lancom 60174 Networking Device — Genuine LANCOM product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, official manufacturer..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Transceiver ...
QSFP+
R10,607
Ex Tax:R9,224
Brand: DELOCK
Stock: 300
The DeLOCK SFP transceiver module 86187 (1000Base-LX, 1310 nm) provides a compact optical interface for adding single-mode fiber capability to a Gigab..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R556
Ex Tax:R483
Brand: LENOVO
Stock: 86
Lenovo 100GBASE-SR4 QSFP28 TRAN is a fiber-optic transceiver module engineered for short-range multimode connectivity at aggregated 100 Gb/s. The modu..
Connector Type
QSFP28
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Transceiver ...
QSFP28
R3,444
Ex Tax:R2,995
Brand: StarTech
Stock: 7
QSFP28 100G Loopback Module .
This QSFP28 loopback module is designed for testing 100G ports in switches, NICs and other QSFP28-capable devices. It su..
Connector Type
QSFP28
Transceiver ...
QSFP28
Data Rate
100 Gbps
R1,782
Ex Tax:R1,550
Brand: LEVELONE
Stock: 166
LevelOne's SFP-Plus Transceivers are hot-swappable multi-purpose optical modules support 10Gigabit Ethernet applications across most switching and rou..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R1,578
Ex Tax:R1,372
Brand: DIGITUS
Stock: 6
The plug and play fiber connection- The Plug & Play fiber optic link enables quick installation- Sends data in high quality and additionally provides ..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R777
Ex Tax:R676
Brand: CISCO
Stock: 20
Cisco SFP-10G-T-X= is a 10GBASE-T SFP+ transceiver module for Category 6A copper cabling, interoperating with 10GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Eth..
Connector Type
RJ45
Fibre Mode
Copper / DAC
Fibre Type
Copper & DAC
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R4,157
Ex Tax:R3,615
Brand: LEVELONE
Stock: 76
The LevelOne SFP+ Transceiver is a hot-swappable 10Gbps optical module designed for short-reach multimode fiber links. It transmits serial data at 10 ..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R913
Ex Tax:R793
Brand: FINISAR
Stock: 4
The EFB Elektronik FTLF8519P3BNL is an SFP transceiver module designed for multimode fiber networks. It supports multirate operation for Gigabit Ether..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
R1,607
Ex Tax:R1,398
Brand: UBIQUITI
Stock: 12
The Ubiquiti UACC-OM-SM-10G-S-20 is a pack of 20 BiDi single-mode SFP+ modules with LC connectors for 10 Gbps links over distances of up to 10 km. The..
R29,154
Ex Tax:R25,351
Brand: INLINE
Stock: 84
The InLine SFP Module Fiber LX is a small form-factor pluggable (SFP) 1000BASE-LX transceiver operating at a 1310 nm wavelength. It supports singlemod..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R547
Ex Tax:R476
36 mo.free
Brand: EFB ELEKTRONIK
Stock: 36
The EFB Elektronik SFP10GLR-10KM is a 10G SFP+ fiber optic transceiver module designed for single-mode 10G data transmission over distances up to 10 k..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R749
Ex Tax:R651
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 18
LANCOM SFP-CO1 — Genuine LANCOM product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, official manufacturer warranty and B2..
R165,594
Ex Tax:R143,994
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 1
The LANCOM SFP-CO10-MG is a copper SFP transceiver designed for LANCOM switches, routers, and firewalls with integrated SFP ports. It supports data tr..
Connector Type
RJ45
Fibre Mode
Copper / DAC
Fibre Type
Copper & DAC
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R3,965
Ex Tax:R3,448
Brand: LANCOM
Stock: 20
LANCOM SFP-SX-LC10 — Genuine LANCOME product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, official manufacturer warranty a..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R4,986
Ex Tax:R4,336
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 4
The Triton BlueOptics E7Y10A-BO is a fiber optic SFP+ transceiver designed for short-range 10GbE links. The compact aluminium module connects to stand..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R2,643
Ex Tax:R2,299
60 mo.free
Brand: TP-LINK
Stock: 1
The TP-Link MiniGBIC Module TL-SM311LS is an SFP transceiver module for managed and web-smart switches, designed to extend network links over fiber. S..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R495
Ex Tax:R430
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 2
Triton QK724A-BO SFP+ 16 Gbit/s fiber optic transceiver is a compact module designed for short-range multimode fiber links. Operating at an 850 nm wav..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
16 Gbps
R2,643
Ex Tax:R2,299
Brand: Intellinet
Stock: 7
The Intellinet Optical Transceiver Module SFP+ 10GBase-SR provides 10 Gigabit short-range fibre connectivity over multimode fiber up to 300 m. Designe..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R1,343
Ex Tax:R1,168
Brand: Intellinet
Stock: 33
SFP+ Module – HP® / HPE® compatible, affordable premium performanceThe Enhanced Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP+) Transceiver from Intellinet Network..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R830
Ex Tax:R722
Brand: ALLNET
Stock: 100
The ALLNET ALL4757 network transceiver module is a compact SFP+ optical component designed for short-range high-speed data links. With a maximum data ..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R716
Ex Tax:R623
Brand: ALLNET
Stock: 51
The ALLNET ALL4758-INDU fiber optic transceiver module is a compact SFP+ module designed for 10 Gbps network links over single-mode fiber at a wavelen..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R1,973
Ex Tax:R1,716
Brand: ALLNET
Stock: 11
The ALLNET ALL4752-INDU is a fiber optic SFP transceiver module engineered for gigabit Ethernet links. It supports a maximum data transfer rate of 100..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R1,259
Ex Tax:R1,095
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 90
The BlueOptics IE-SFP-10GE-SM-40-BO is a single-port SFP transceiver designed for 10 Gbit/s fiber optic links operating at a wavelength of 1550 nm. Ho..
Connector Type
SFP
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R3,728
Ex Tax:R3,242
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 99
The BlueOptics IE-SFP-1FE-SM-30-BO is an SFP transceiver module compatible with Weidmüller IE-SFP-1FE-SM-30. It is designed for singlemode data transm..
Connector Type
SFP
Data Rate
155 Mbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R1,392
Ex Tax:R1,210
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 134
The BlueOptics IE-SFP-1GE-SM-40-BO is an SFP transceiver compatible with the Weidmüller IE-SFP-1GE-SM-40. It supports 1000BASE-LH and operates over si..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R1,488
Ex Tax:R1,294
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 52
BlueOptics IE-SFP-1GLSXLC-BO is an SFP transceiver compatible with Weidmüller IE-SFP-1GLSXLC. It works to the 1000BASE-X standard over multimode fibre..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
1 Gbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R1,082
Ex Tax:R941
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 202
The BlueOptics ISFP-100-MM-BO Copper 155 Mbit/s is an SFP transceiver module designed for reliable network connectivity. It supports a maximum data tr..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
155 Mbps
Fibre Mode
Copper / DAC
Fibre Type
Copper & DAC
R1,000
Ex Tax:R869
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 99
The BlueOptics ISFP-100-SM40-BO is an SFP transceiver module designed for fiber optic connections. It supports a maximum data transfer rate of 155 Mbi..
Connector Type
LC
Data Rate
155 Mbps
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
R1,392
Ex Tax:R1,210
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 50
Kompatibler Cisco iSFP-10GBX-U-1270 BlueOptics© BO55J27610D SFP+ Bidi Transceiver, LC-Simplex, 10GBASE-BX-U, Singlemode Fiber, TX1270nm/RX1330nm, 10KM..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R1,793
Ex Tax:R1,559
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 2303
The BlueOptics ISFP-10G-LR-BO SFP+ LC is a fiber optic transceiver module for 10GBASE-LR applications. Designed with an LC duplex connector and an alu..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Single-Mode
Fibre Type
OS2 & Single-mode
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R1,315
Ex Tax:R1,144
60 mo.free
Brand: BLUEOPTICS
Stock: 2486
The BlueOptics ISFP-10G-SR-BO LC Aluminium 10G is a 10G SFP+ transceiver module designed for short-range multimode fiber links. It uses an LC duplex c..
Connector Type
LC
Fibre Mode
Multimode
Fibre Type
Multimode Fibre
Data Rate
10 Gbps
R1,041
Ex Tax:R905