1000BASE-T SFP Copper 100m RJ-45 Transceiver Module

The 1000BASE-T SFP Copper Transceiver Module is a compact Gigabit Ethernet transceiver designed for use with RJ-45 connectors over copper cabling. It supports data transmission at 1 Gbps over Cat5e or higher cables, with a maximum reach of 100 meters. This module is hot-swappable, ensuring easy installation and compatibility with SFP ports. It provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for Ethernet connections, offering efficient performance with low power consumption, making it an ideal choice for network infrastructure requiring high-speed data transfer over short to medium distances.

A copper module transceiver is a network device used for sending and receiving data signals over copper cabling, primarily in Ethernet networks. These transceivers are commonly found in data centers, enterprise networks, and local area networks (LANs), supporting various standards like 10/100/1000Base-T and 10GBase-T to meet different speed and distance needs. Key advantages include their cost-effectiveness, as copper cabling is cheaper and widely available, and their ease of installation using standard twisted-pair cables (such as Cat5e or Cat6) without requiring specialized tools or expertise.

Notably, copper transceivers consume less power than optical alternatives, enhancing energy efficiency in large deployments. They are ideally suited for short to medium-range communication, typically covering distances up to 100 meters, which fits well within office or data center environments. Their high compatibility with a broad range of devices—including switches, routers, and network interface cards—makes them a versatile solution for many networking scenarios.

The fundamental difference between copper and optical transceivers lies in their transmission medium: copper uses electrical signals over copper cables, whereas optical transceivers employ light signals over fiber optic cables. This distinction leads to several practical differences; optical transceivers support much longer distances (spanning kilometers) and higher speeds, maintaining superior signal integrity with less susceptibility to electromagnetic interference (EMI). In contrast, copper solutions are initially more affordable but are generally limited to shorter ranges. Consequently, copper transceivers provide a practical, economical choice for short-range applications where copper infrastructure exists, while optical transceivers are preferred for demanding, high-speed, long-distance communication.