Fujikura Developed Compact SFP (C-SFP) Optical Transceiver
Working together with NEC Corporation, eGtran Corporation, and NeoPhotonics Corporation, Fujikura is contributing to developing the specifications of the Compact Small Form-Factor Pluggable Multi-Source Agreement (CSFP MSA). C-SFP MSA is a standard for a single fiber bi-directional optical transceiver, and Fujikura's expertise, gained through its history of developing optical transceivers for use in telecommunication equipment, will be utilized during our participation. Expectations for a compact SFP optical transceiver run high, particularly in markets where the need for downsizing optical transceivers is strong, such as those for optical access systems that connect subscribers and operator offices using Point-to-Point. There are two types of compact SFP optical transceiver: the single-channel model and the dual-channel model.
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Only half the size of conventional models, the new single-channel SFP optical transceiver delivers single-channel transmission/reception capabilities via a bi-directional single optical fiber. The new dual-channel SFP optical transceiver is the same size as conventional single-channel models, yet delivers dual-channel transmission/reception functionality via a bi-directional single optical fiber.
The dual-channel model is compatible with existing transceiver cages and electric connectors. Both models are compliant with the IEEE single fiber bi-directional interface standards, ensuring interoperability with conventional single fiber bi-directional optical transceivers.