Specifications
The 100Gbps QSFP28 EZR4 Optical Transceiver is designed for ultra-long-distance optical communication, enabling 100G Ethernet transmission over single-mode fiber (SMF) with a reach of up to 100 kilometers. This high-performance module supports 100GBASE-EZR4 with a line rate of 103.125Gbps and OTU4 with a line rate of 111.81Gbps, making it ideal for long-haul networking, metro networks, and high-capacity backbone systems.
The transceiver incorporates a LAN WDM EML (Electro-Absorption Modulated Laser) and a PIN receiver with SOA (Semiconductor Optical Amplifier) to enhance signal integrity and transmission performance over extended distances. Featuring a 4-lane MUX/DEMUX architecture, it delivers an aggregate bandwidth exceeding 100Gbps, ensuring seamless data flow and reduced signal degradation. It is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3-2012 Clause 88 and ITU-T G.959.1 standards, guaranteeing interoperability with major networking infrastructure.
Designed for easy deployment, the QSFP28 ZR4 transceiver features duplex LC connectors, allowing for straightforward integration with existing fiber optic networks. It supports Forward Error Correction (FEC), significantly improving data transmission reliability by reducing bit errors and optimizing signal recovery over long distances.
Operating on a single +3.3V power supply, the module has a maximum power dissipation of 6.5W, making it energy-efficient for long-haul and metro network applications. It is designed for commercial operating environments with a temperature range of 0°C to 70°C, ensuring consistent performance in varying conditions.
Equipped with advanced digital diagnostic monitoring (DDM) via a 2-wire serial interface, the transceiver provides real-time access to critical performance parameters, including temperature, voltage, bias current, and optical power levels, allowing for proactive network maintenance and increased operational efficiency.
The QSFP28 ZR4 is RoHS compliant, adhering to strict environmental and safety regulations. Integrated built-in safety features protect against optical signal degradation and hardware failures, ensuring a dependable solution for long-distance optical communication in data centers, carrier networks, and high-capacity backbone systems.
All our transceiver products are covered with a lifetime warranty.
The CT-QSFP28-EZR4 is a high-performance optical transceiver designed for long-distance 100G Ethernet and OTU4 applications. It integrates a 4-lane MUX/DEMUX architecture, multiplexing four 25.78125 Gb/s electrical channels into four LAN-WDM optical lanes. The optical signals are combined onto a single SMF link via duplex LC connectors. The module operates from a single +3.3 V supply with a maximum power consumption of 6.5 W and supports digital diagnostics monitoring. It is compliant with IEEE 802.3-2012 Clause 88, IEEE 802.3bm CAUI-4, and ITU-T G.959.1 standards.
Key specifications
- Form factor / standards: QSFP28, IEEE 802.3-2012 Clause 88, IEEE 802.3bm CAUI-4, ITU-T G.959.1.
- Data rates: 100GBASE-ZR4 (103.125 Gb/s), OTU4 (111.81 Gb/s).
- Reach: Up to 100 km over G.652 SMF (with FEC).
- Wavelengths (LAN-WDM grid): 1295.56, 1300.05, 1304.58, 1309.14 nm.
- Connector: Duplex LC.
- Power consumption: 4–6.5 W; supply current 1.2–1.8 A.
- Supply voltage: 3.13–3.47 V.
- Operating case temp: 0 °C to +70 °C.
- Diagnostics: Digital diagnostics monitoring (DDM/DOM).
- Compliance: RoHS.
Optical characteristics (per lane unless noted)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Average launch power (each lane) | +4 to +7.5 dBm |
| Total average launch power | +8 to +12.5 dBm |
| Extinction ratio | ≥ 6 dB |
| Receiver sensitivity | ≤ −30 dBm |
| Receiver input power range | −30 to 0 dBm |
| Receiver damage threshold | ≤ +5.5 dBm |
| LOS assert / de-assert | −40 to −31 dBm |
| Side-mode suppression ratio (SMSR) | ≥ 30 dB |