Weidmuller, Inc.    Richmond, VA 23236
Mar 25, 2013 Helping maintain existing automation components while upgrading infrastructure, serial to fiber-optic Ethernet converters enable integration of serial port devices into industrial Ethernet networks for transmission over distances up to 5 km without any external signal boosters. Devices offer conversions from RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485; come in SC and ST fiber connection options; and also protect against EMI. Automatic baud rate recognition facilitates installation and setup.

GAO FiberOptics Inc.    Toronto   Canada
Jan 31, 2013 Modular, plug-and-play C0310001 converts Optical-Electric Ethernet signals between 10/100/1000M UTP interface (TX) and 1000M optical fiber interface (FX). With respective transmission distances of up to 80 km and 550 m, media converter works with single- and multi-mode fiber and operates at 1,310/1,550 nm in single fiber WDM and 850 nm in multi-mode. Along with auto-negotiation, features include support for automatic cross of twisted pair ports and auto selection of MDI/MDI-X.

ComNet    Danbury, CT 06810
Nov 19, 2012 Allowing user to select between 10/100 Mbps and 1,000 Mbps rate transmission, CNMCSFP variable-rate electrical-to-optical media converter is suited for application upgrades to Gigabit transmission or when use of different bandwidth consumption devices are planned. Using small form factor (SFP) devices, single-channel universal converter supports different fiber types, connector types, and distances.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921 3403
Oct 05, 2011 With integrated rate buffering, Model 4149 (desktop), Model 4149-DIN, and Model 4159 (board) operate from -40 to +85°C with typical speeds to 1.5 Mbps for RS232 to fiber conversion and up to 5 Mbps for RS485/422 to fiber conversion. Model 4149-DIN provides enclosure and all mounting hardware and brackets for installation in DIN-rail application. Model 4159 features front-mounting threaded brackets for rack mounting in embedded applications.

ComNet    Danbury, CT 06810
May 31, 2011 As 1000FX fiber optic media converter, CNGE2MCPOE provides PoE function for compatible peripheral devices. It supports IEEE 802.3at PoE standard for use for as Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE), supplying up to 25 W of power. Designed for use in harsh environments, product allows 10/100/1000TX Ethernet data to be transmitted optically over either multimode or single-mode optical fiber by application-specific, optional SFP modules.

JK Lasers    Warwickshire CV21 1QN  United Kingdom
Feb 25, 2011 Mode Converter Fiber Coupler (MCFC) takes Gaussian profile single-mode fiber input from fiber laser and couples it into Luminator(TM) fiber. Focused spot sizes in range of 60-1,500 µm can be selected by use of appropriate Luminator process tools. Product has detachable output fiber and suits welding applications where profile and small spot size of Gaussian beam are not optimal, such as butt welding parts with fit-up tolerances larger than Gaussian spot size or thin foil welding.

Highland Technology, Inc.    San Francisco, CA 94103
Feb 08, 2011 Model PH200 Nanowatt Photoreceiver is free-space optical/electrical converter that provides near shot noise performance. Device features photon feedback architecture that delivers bandwidth of greater than 1 MHz, and which provides linearity, bandwidth, and dynamic range suitable for 10 nA to 100 µA photodiode signals.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921 3403
Jul 13, 2010 Designed to extend USB connections via high-speed Fiber Interface, Model 4162 Host and Model 4169 4-port Hub are suited for environments subject to high EM or RF interference that might corrupt USB communications over copper interface. Four-port hub provides USB standard of 500 mA per port. Operating from 0 to +50°C, system offers true plug-and-play operability with support for Windows®, Mac OS®, Linux® and all USB device types at up to 480 Mbps.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921 3403
Feb 24, 2010 Models 4166 (board only), 4165 (desktop), and 4165-DIN (DIN rail) provide integrated rate buffering and convert USB 2.0-compliant data from PC to serial asynchronous data interface over fiber with user-selectable baud rate up to 3 Mbps. Suited for PC communications requiring high-speed, secure communications and optical isolation, products feature ESD protection circuitry on USB I/O connector, with power inputs protected from transients, and 3 kVdc isolation.

GAO FiberOptics Inc.    Toronto   Canada
Sep 17, 2009 Designed to convert 1000Base-T signals to 1000Base-X fiber signals and vice versa, SFP (Mini-GBIC) Ethernet media converter extends connection distance between 2 Gigabit Ethernet devices via fiber cable without performance degradation. It conforms to IEEE802.3z standard and supports both full- and half-duplex modes with data transmission rates of 2,000 and 1,000 Mbps, respectively. Backward compatible with 10M, 100M, and 10/100M equipment, unit supports multi- and single-mode fibers.

GAO FiberOptics Inc.    Toronto   Canada
Jul 14, 2009 Optimized for 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit optical Ethernet transmission networks, Model MG1000A conducts transmission of packets over VLAN and extends transmission distance of network from 100 m to 120 km over copper wires. It provides QoS functionality that ensures transmission of VoIP packets, as well as STP to form redundant network. Unit supports mutual signal conversion between 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T and 1000Base-SX/LX, and full-duplex/half-duplex transmission modes.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921 3403
Jun 16, 2009 Fully compliant with 802.3u 100 Base TX/FX standard, QuickSwitch® model 4195 fiber SC duplex to RJ45 auto fallback A/B switch/converter allows for accessing 2 separate SC duplex, multimode, 100 base FX ports from 100 Base TX fast Ethernet port. It has built-in fiber optic/twisted pair copper conversion. Unit allows for setting switch position manually or remotely when in A/B switch mode, while it automatically selects its switch position in auto fallback mode.

GAO RFID Inc.    Toronto   Canada
May 28, 2009 Equipped with multiple serial interfaces, series GAO227 automatically detects serial signal baud rate which allows for continued transmission of signal through RS-485, RS-422, or RS-232 to fiber converter. Unit extends serial transmission distance up to 2 km on multi-mode fiber or up to 20 km on single-mode fiber. Converter features high isolation voltage, anti-electromagnetic interference, and avoids lightning by using optical fiber as a communication transmission medium.

GAO Tek Inc.    Toronto M1B2K4  Canada
May 27, 2009 Supporting both full- and half-duplex communication, Plug and Play Ethernet media converters are designed to convert data signals between 10/100 Base-Tx and 100 Base-Fx fast Ethernet. They are used as standalone unit or as slide-in module to converter rack or in central wiring closet. Converters come with built-in remote diagnostic capability and feature switch chip design, 512 Kb SSRAM buffer, and 2 K MAC address list. Models include 3301, 3302, 3303, 3305-1, 3305-2, and 3305-3.

GAO Embedded Inc.    Toronto 12345  Canada
May 08, 2009 Supporting transmission in dual-fiber multi-mode, dual-fiber single-mode, and single-fiber single-mode fibers, intelligent adaptive fast Ethernet fiber converters conduct mutual conversion between 10Base-T/100Base-TX pair electrical signals and 100Base-FX optical signals. They feature low heat dissipation and are suited for use in 10/100 Mbps fast Ethernet long-distance transmission networks. Models include MA830A, MA830AC, MA830ACS, MA830AP, MA830APS, and MA830AS.

GAO FiberOptics Inc.    Toronto   Canada
Apr 22, 2009 Designed to perform flow control and reduce broadcast packets, 10/100 Mbps adaptive fast Ethernet fiber converter, GAOMB610A implements mutual conversion between 10Base-T/100Base-TX pair electrical signals and 100Base-FX optical signals. Unit uses switching technology and storing/forwarding technology to implement data transmission between 2 types of network connection media. It supports transmission in dual-fiber multi-mode, dual-fiber single-mode, and single-fiber single-mode fibers.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921 3403
Apr 15, 2009 Facilitating access to any one of 8 separate fiber optic networks, QuickSwitch Model 4193 with pushbutton eliminates plugging and unplugging of fiber optic patchcords, minimizing connector wear. Internal circuitry ensures isolation between networks/devices, where as common port converts selected fiber optic network port to 100BaseTX interface. Eight network ports of switch are 1,300 nm 100 Mbps ST duplex multimode fiber with SC duplex available.

GAO Tek Inc.    Toronto M1B2K4  Canada
Apr 06, 2009 Designed for both optical and electrical networks, AASMA830AS, 10/100M adaptive fast Ethernet fiber converter has transmission distance of 120 km over copper wires. It conducts mutual conversion between 10Base-T/100Base-TX twisted pair electrical signals and 100Base-FX optical signals. Supported transmission are in dual-fiber multi-mode, dual-fiber single-mode and single-fiber single-mode fibers.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921 3403
Mar 20, 2009 ST fiber-to-multi-point RS485/422/232 interface converter Model 4152/4153 has typical operating speeds up to 1.5 Mbps for RS232 to fiber conversion and up to 5 Mbps for RS485/422 to fiber conversion. It features 3 kVdc isolation to prevent system ground loops, and ESD protection circuitry on all receivers and transmitters for both RS232 and RS485/422 interfaces. Unit is available in compact desktop version, as well as board only version (Model 4153) for embedded applications.

Highland Technology, Inc.    San Francisco, CA 94103
Mar 17, 2009 Housed in compact extruded aluminum enclosure, J740 performs wideband analog conversion of fast fiber-coupled signals from DC to greater than 1 GHz. It features calibrated conversion gain of 1 V/mW (0.5 V/mW into 50W) and is compatible with single and multi-mode fiber. Available in 850, 1,310, and 1,550 nm wavelengths, unit suits applications including high-speed data links, fiberoptic test and measurement, and modulated analog and digital communications systems.