Allied Telesis AT-IMC2000T/SC-980 TAA 10/100/1000T TO 1000SX/SC IND TEMP GIGABIT MEDIA CONVERTER

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-IMC2000T/SC-980 is a TAA-compliant industrial gigabit media converter that bridges 10/100/1000Base-T copper and 1000Base-SX multimode fiber via SC connector, rated for operation across industrial temperature extremes. This Allied Telesis industrial gigabit media converter SC model serves network engineers and IT managers who need to extend Gigabit Ethernet over multimode fiber in factory floors, utility substations, transportation infrastructure, and harsh-environment deployments where standard commercial-grade equipment cannot reliably operate. The -980 industrial temperature suffix distinguishes this model from the standard IMC2000T/SC, and the absence of PoE output (compare with the IMC2000TP/SC which provides PoE+) makes it a data-only conversion solution suitable where powered device delivery is not required.

Product Description

The AT-IMC2000T/SC-980 belongs to the Allied Telesis IMC2000 Series industrial media converters — a purpose-built line designed for deployment in electrically noisy, thermally challenging, or physically harsh environments that exceed commercial-grade equipment ratings. The converter provides one 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 copper port and one 1000Base-SX SC duplex multimode fiber port, transparently bridging the two media types at full Gigabit speed. Maximum multimode fiber reach is 1000Base-SX, providing up to 550m at 1Gbps on standard 50/125 µm multimode fiber, or approximately 220m on 62.5/125 µm fiber. DC power input makes the unit suitable for installations drawing from industrial DC power buses or UPS systems. Standalone and DIN rail-mountable form factors offer flexible physical deployment in control cabinets or junction boxes. Allied Telesis Smart MissingLink (SML) monitors both network connections and generates a notification when a link failure is detected, enabling rapid fault isolation without requiring on-site inspection. Jumbo frame support ensures compatibility with IEEE 802.1Q VLAN-tagged traffic and modern backbone switches. TAA compliance (Trade Agreements Act) qualifies the unit for U.S. federal, state, and government procurement. This model does not provide PoE output on its copper port — it is a pure media converter. For remote device powering over fiber, see the IMC2000TP/SC-980 which provides up to 60W PoE+ output. Dimensions: 4.4" W x 3.8" D x 1.4" H; weight: 1.65 lb. Available from Creation Networks with pre-sales application engineering support.

Key Features

• 10/100/1000Base-T to 1000Base-SX Conversion — Transparent Gigabit media conversion between copper RJ-45 and multimode SC fiber.
• Industrial Temperature Rating — -980 suffix designates extended industrial operating temperature range for harsh-environment deployments.
• TAA Compliant — Meets U.S. Trade Agreements Act requirements for federal, state, and government procurement.
• No PoE Output — Data-only media converter (T = no PoE); see IMC2000TP/SC for the PoE+ model providing up to 60W.
• DC Power Input — Suitable for industrial DC power buses and UPS-backed power installations.
• DIN Rail and Standalone Mounting — Flexible installation in control cabinets, junction boxes, or on flat surfaces.
• Smart MissingLink (SML) — Link monitoring provides network visibility and rapid fault notification when connections fail.
• Jumbo Frame Support — Compatible with IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging and modern backbone switch environments.

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation and factory floor network extensions over multimode fiber
• Utility substations and power infrastructure requiring industrial-grade media conversion
• Transportation and traffic management systems with harsh operating environments
• Military and government facilities requiring TAA-compliant networking hardware
• Building automation systems where copper endpoints connect to fiber backbone segments
• Mining and oil and gas environments with extreme temperature and electrical noise exposure

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the IMC2000T/SC and the IMC2000TP/SC?

The IMC2000T/SC is a data-only media converter with no PoE output on the copper port. The IMC2000TP/SC adds PoE+ output capability on the copper port, delivering up to 60W to a remote powered device. If you need to power a remote IP camera, AP, or phone over the copper side, the IMC2000TP/SC is the correct model.

Q: What does the -980 suffix mean?

The -980 suffix designates the industrial temperature variant, engineered for extended operating temperature ranges beyond standard commercial-grade ratings. This makes the unit suitable for deployment in factory floors, substations, transportation systems, and other harsh environments.

Q: Is this unit TAA compliant?

Yes. The AT-IMC2000T/SC-980 is TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant, qualifying it for U.S. federal, state, and government procurement programs.

Q: What fiber type and maximum distance does this converter support?

The SC port supports 1000Base-SX on multimode fiber. Maximum reach is approximately 550m on 50/125µm multimode fiber at 1Gbps, or approximately 220m on 62.5/125µm fiber. For longer distances, single-mode fiber models or SFP-based converters are available.

Q: Can the AT-IMC2000T/SC-980 be DIN rail mounted?

Yes. The unit supports both standalone desktop operation and DIN rail mounting, making it suitable for installation in industrial control cabinets and electrical enclosures.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-IMC2000T/SC-980?

Available from Creation Networks, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller with expertise in industrial and government network deployments.