Black Box Corporation
Black Box Corporation LHC043A-R4 handheld pcs accessory
Miniature Fast Ethernet media converter connects 10/100-Mbps copper to 100-Mbps singlemode fiber up to 2 km with SC connector and auto MDI/MDI-X
- SpecificationsCable Requirements: Twisted pair: CAT5 or above, shielded or
- FeaturesConnectors: (1) RJ45 with Autocross for MDI-II/MDI-X; (1) SC
- Converts copper to singlemode fiber up to 2km
- Auto MDI/MDI-X removes cable-polarity guesswork
- Powered by USB, AC adapter or PowerTray
- EN62368 compliant for safety assurance
- Compact 0.8"H x 1.8"W x 3.4"D fits tight spaces
Media Converter 100 Mbps Fiber
The Black Box LHC043A-R4 converts 10/100-Mbps copper Ethernet to 100-Mbps simplex singlemode fiber at 1550/1310 nm. It extends network reach up to 2 km using an SC connector and an RJ45 port with autocross for MDI-II/MDI-X. The unit operates from 0 to 50 °C and meets EN62368 compliance.
Installers Needing Compact Fiber Links
This converter suits technicians who must bridge copper and fiber in tight spaces such as wall boxes or DIN rails. It is not for buyers who need Gigabit throughput, duplex fiber interfaces, or PoE pass-through on the copper side. The fixed 100-Mbps rate also rules out high-bandwidth backbone upgrades.
USB and PowerTray Power Options
The included 100-240 VAC adapter provides standard mains power. The optional LHC021A cable lets the converter draw 5 V from a PC USB port, while the LHC018A-AC-R2 PowerTray supports rackmount installations with multiple units. These choices remove the need for dedicated outlets at every endpoint.
Highlights
- Converts copper to singlemode fiber up to 2km
- Auto MDI/MDI-X removes cable-polarity guesswork
- Powered by USB, AC adapter or PowerTray
- EN62368 compliant for safety assurance
- Compact 0.8"H x 1.8"W x 3.4"D fits tight spaces
Specifications
| Brand | Black Box Corporation |
|---|---|
| Model | LHC043A-R4 |
| Specifications | Cable Requirements: Twisted pair: CAT5 or above, shielded or unshielded;Singlemode fiber: 50-/125-µm or 62.5-/125-µm duplex Humidity: 5 to 95%, noncondensing MTBF: 109k hours Operating temperature: +32 to +122°F (+0° to +50°C) Power: From the included external 100-240-VAC, 50-60-Hz adapter;Via USB Power Adapter Cable (LHC021A) connected to a computer's USB port;From the PowerTray with a 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz (LHC018A-AC-R2) power supply Storage temperature: 0 to 160°F (-20 to +70°C) |
| Features | Connectors: (1) RJ45 with Autocross for MDI-II/MDI-X; (1) SC Dimensions: 0.8"H x 1.8"W x 3.4"D Indicators: LEDs: Per twisted-pair port: (1) TX Link/ACT, (1) FX Link/ACT; Per fiber port: (1) XMT, (1) RCV |
| Shipping weight | 0.54 kg |
| Package size | 152 × 152 × 3 mm |
Questions about this item
What type of twisted-pair cable must I already have to connect the RJ45 port on the LHC043A-R4?
You need CAT5 or better, shielded or unshielded, for the RJ45 connection.
Will the SC singlemode fiber interface on this converter work with my existing 62.5/125 µm duplex fiber patch cords?
Yes, the converter accepts 50/125 µm or 62.5/125 µm singlemode duplex fiber on the SC port.
Which LEDs on the LHC043A-R4 confirm the fiber link is transmitting and receiving correctly?
The fiber port shows separate XMT and RCV LEDs; both lit mean the link is active in both directions.
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