LightWare Finisar 10G SFP+ MM Finisar 10Gbit SFP+ transceiver module (industrial grade) for multimode fiber
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LightWare Finisar 10G SFP+ MM Finisar 10Gbit SFP+ transceiver modul...
Product Overview
The Lightware Finisar 10G SFP+ MM is an industrial-grade 10 Gigabit SFP+ transceiver module for multimode fiber, specified and supplied by Lightware for use in their fiber-connected matrix switchers and network infrastructure. It delivers 10GBASE-SR performance on OM3/OM4 multimode fiber at up to 300 meters, rated for industrial operating temperatures. Available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.
Product Description
SFP+ transceivers are the interface between Lightware fiber-enabled AV hardware and the multimode fiber plant. Specifying an industrial-grade transceiver — rather than a commercial-grade module — matters when equipment operates in environments with elevated ambient temperatures: rack enclosures with poor airflow, equipment rooms with inadequate cooling, or outdoor-adjacent AV infrastructure. The industrial-grade rating extends the operating temperature envelope beyond the standard 0–70°C commercial range.
This is a Finisar-manufactured module, now part of the II-VI / Coherent portfolio, supplied through Lightware's part catalog. Using the Lightware-specified transceiver ensures compatibility has been validated against Lightware's SFP+ cage hardware and firmware. Third-party transceivers may trigger compatibility warnings or fail entirely in equipment with strict vendor ID checking.
Key Features
- 10 Gbps SFP+ form factor
- Multimode fiber (OM3/OM4) — LC duplex connector
- 10GBASE-SR — up to 300m on OM3, up to 400m on OM4
- Industrial-grade temperature rating
- Finisar manufacturing — high-reliability optics
- Lightware-specified — validated for Lightware SFP+ ports
- Hot-swappable MSA-compliant module
Typical Applications
- Lightware matrix switcher fiber links between equipment rooms and remote AV endpoints
- 10G fiber uplinks in Lightware network switching infrastructure
- AV-over-IP fiber connections in large venues with long multimode runs
- Broadcast plant fiber interconnects requiring industrial temperature tolerance
- Campus AV fiber backbone connections between buildings using OM3/OM4 plant
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | Finisar 10G SFP+ MM (11800118) |
| Data Rate | 10 Gbps |
| Standard | 10GBASE-SR |
| Fiber Type | Multimode (OM3 / OM4) |
| Connector | LC Duplex |
| Max Reach (OM3) | 300 m |
| Max Reach (OM4) | 400 m |
| Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Temperature Rating | Industrial grade (extended range) |
| Form Factor | SFP+ (MSA compliant) |
| Manufacturer | Finisar (Coherent / II-VI) |
Competitor Comparison
| Criteria | Lightware Finisar 10G SFP+ MM | Cisco SFP-10G-SR-S | Generic 10G SFP+ MM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightware Compatibility | Lightware-specified — validated for Lightware SFP+ hardware | Cisco-coded — may trigger compatibility warnings in non-Cisco equipment | Unknown — may fail vendor ID check in Lightware hardware |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial — extended operating range | Commercial (0–70°C standard) | Typically commercial; industrial variants not clearly specified |
| Manufacturer | Finisar — tier-1 optical component manufacturer | Cisco OEM (manufactured by various vendors) | Often unspecified OEM source |
| Fiber Type | Multimode OM3/OM4 — LC duplex | Multimode OM3/OM4 — LC duplex | Multimode — LC duplex |
| Reach | 300m OM3 / 400m OM4 | 300m OM3 / 400m OM4 | Rated values vary; often not independently verified |
| Commercial Support | Lightware commercial warranty via Creation Networks | Cisco SmartNet (additional cost) | No commercial AV support |
| Risk of Incompatibility | None — specified part for Lightware ecosystem | High if used in non-Cisco equipment | High — vendor ID and firmware compatibility unknown |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will this transceiver work in Lightware equipment without compatibility errors?
- Yes. This is the Lightware-specified Finisar module. It has been validated for use in Lightware SFP+ cages and will not trigger third-party compatibility warnings.
- What fiber cable type does this require?
- OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber with LC duplex connectors. It is not compatible with single-mode fiber.
- What is the maximum distance on OM3 vs OM4 fiber?
- On OM3 fiber: up to 300 meters. On OM4 fiber: up to 400 meters. Both at 10 Gbps (10GBASE-SR).
- Why choose industrial-grade over commercial-grade?
- Industrial-grade transceivers operate reliably at elevated ambient temperatures beyond the standard 0–70°C commercial range. This matters in rack enclosures with inadequate cooling, machine rooms with high ambient temperatures, or any installation where thermal conditions cannot be guaranteed to stay within commercial limits.
- Can I use a Cisco SFP-10G-SR-S in Lightware hardware instead?
- Cisco-coded transceivers carry vendor-specific coding that causes many non-Cisco platforms to report compatibility warnings or refuse to initialize the module. Using the Lightware-specified Finisar module eliminates this risk.
- Is this hot-swappable?
- Yes. As an MSA-compliant SFP+ module, it can be inserted and removed while the host equipment is powered, following proper SFP+ hot-swap procedures.
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