Brute Networks
Brute Networks GLC-EX-SMD 1000BASE-EX 40km 1310nm SFP transceiver
A 1000BASE-EX SFP transceiver delivering 1 Gbps over single-mode fibre up to 40 km at 1310 nm
- Device TypeTransceiver
- StandardsSMF
- Wavelength1310nm
- Fiber CableSingle-mode Optical Fiber
- Ports1000BASE-EX
- Max Distance40km
- 40 km reach on single-mode fibre at 1310 nm wavelength
- 1 Gbps data rate with LC duplex connector for easy deployment
- Operates reliably from 0 °C to 70 °C commercial range
- Digital optical monitoring enables real-time link diagnostics
- 100 % MSA compliant and fully Cisco compatible design
40 km 1 Gbps SFP module
The Brute Networks GLC-EX-SMD is a 1000BASE-EX transceiver built for single-mode fibre links up to 40 km. It operates at a 1310 nm wavelength and uses an LC duplex connector. The module targets network engineers extending campus or metro Ethernet segments.
Commercial temperature sustained operation
Rated for 0 to 70 °C, the transceiver maintains link stability across long-haul runs without the short-range power margins of SX optics. Digital output monitoring allows real-time visibility of optical power and temperature during continuous load.
Hot-plug SFP installation
The industry-standard SFP form factor slides into any compatible switch or router slot without tools. Misaligned LC ferrules or contaminated end-faces are the most common cause of intermittent errors; cleaning both connectors before seating eliminates the majority of support calls.
Highlights
- 40 km reach on single-mode fibre at 1310 nm wavelength
- 1 Gbps data rate with LC duplex connector for easy deployment
- Operates reliably from 0 °C to 70 °C commercial range
- Digital optical monitoring enables real-time link diagnostics
- 100 % MSA compliant and fully Cisco compatible design
Specifications
| Brand | CISCO |
|---|---|
| Model | GLC-EX-SMD |
| Device Type | Transceiver |
| Standards | SMF |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Fiber Cable | Single-mode Optical Fiber |
| Ports | 1000BASE-EX |
| Max Distance | 40km |
| Transfer Rate | 1 Gbps |
| LEDs | Power, Link/Activity, Full-Duplex, and Speed |
| Temperature | 0? ~ 70? C |
| Weight | 2 oz. |
| Disclaimer | Third Party product. Part number GLC-EX-SMD is property of Cisco. |
Questions about this item
How much power does the GLC-EX-SMD draw when running continuously at 40 km?
The module complies with MSA limits for SFP transceivers, typically under 1 W, and operates across 0 to 70 °C without active cooling.
What patch cable and switch port are needed to use this transceiver?
A duplex LC single-mode fibre patch cord and an SFP slot that supports 1000BASE-EX at 1310 nm are required.
Will this module link with older 1000BASE-LX gear at 1310 nm?
It is built for 1000BASE-EX 40 km reach; LX optics target 10 km so link budgets and receiver sensitivity differ.
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