Multimode Fiber Optic Receivers
Description
Multimode Fiber Optic Receivers are devices designed to interpret information contained in optical signals transmitted through multimode fibers. These receivers convert the optical signals into electrical signals, allowing the data to be processed and utilized by electronic systems.
Working Principle
Multimode Fiber Optic Receivers operate by using a photodetector, typically a photodiode, to sense the light signal that emerges from the end of a multimode fiber. The photodetector converts the variations in optical power into a corresponding electrical current. This process is crucial because optical signals often become weakened and distorted during transmission. The receiver's electronics, which can range from simple amplifiers to complex circuitry, help interpret these signals, ensuring accurate data transmission. Multimode fibers, with their larger cores, are particularly useful for short-distance, high-bandwidth applications, making these receivers essential for efficient data communication in such scenarios.
Applications
Multimode Fiber Optic Receivers are widely used in various applications, including industrial control and factory automation. They are also employed in systems that require the extension of RS-232 and RS-485 communication protocols, providing high voltage insulation and eliminating ground loops. These receivers are integral in environments where electromagnetic interference (EMI) is a concern, as fiber optics do not pick up EMI, ensuring signal integrity.
Advantages over other Fiber Optic Receivers
One of the primary advantages of multimode fiber optic receivers is their compatibility with LED sources, which are typically used for lower speed, shorter distance links. This makes them more cost-effective for applications that do not require the long-distance capabilities of single-mode fibers. Additionally, multimode fibers can support higher data rates over shorter distances, making them ideal for local area networks (LANs) and data centers where high bandwidth is necessary.
Limitations
A significant limitation of multimode fiber optic receivers is their reduced performance over long distances compared to single-mode receivers. The larger core size of multimode fibers can lead to modal dispersion, which limits the effective transmission distance and bandwidth. This makes them less suitable for applications requiring long-distance data transmission.
Considerations
When selecting multimode fiber optic receivers, several factors should be considered. Initial costs are generally lower than single-mode systems due to the use of LED sources and less expensive components. However, operating expenses can vary depending on the specific application and environment. Durability and maintenance costs are typically manageable, but regular calibration and testing may be necessary to ensure accuracy and performance. Replacement costs should also be considered, especially in high-demand environments where receivers may be subject to frequent wear and tear.
from Broadcom Inc.
The Versatile Link series is a complete family of fiber optic link components for applications requiring a low cost solution. The HFBR-0500Z series includes transmitters, receivers, connectors and cable specified for easy design. This series of components is ideal for solving problems with voltage... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Amplifier Type: Transimpedance
from L-com, Inc.
The L-com FSP-MPM-HDRK-144LCM3 is a 19" EIA compliant high density rack mount chassis containing 144 LC connections in front to 12x12 fiber MPO adapters in the rear. The L-com FSP-MPM-HDRK-144LCM3 is rated for OM3 50/125 10GB multimode applications. The L-com FSP-MPM-HDRK-144LCM3 provides... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: LC
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: 2R06 – FOR, ANALOG DATA LINK, SMA, 850NM, MM, 0-10VDC, Fiber Optic Analog Data Links [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: SMA
from OSI Optoelectronics
OSI Laser Diode, Inc. (LDI) PINAMPs provide a low cost, high performance miniature optical receiver module which integrates a high speed, high responsivity, low leakage current InGaAs photodiode with a GaAs transimpedance amplifier. The transimpedance amplifier incorporates automatic gain control... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Indium Gallium Arsenic
- Data Rate: 4 to 622
from Broadcom Inc.
The HFBR-0508Z Series consists of a fiber-optic transmitter and receiver operating at a 650 nm wavelength (red). The HFBR-1528Z transmitter is an LED in a low cost plastic housing designed to efficiently couple power into 200 μm diameter HCS and 1 mm diameter POF. The HFBR-2528Z receiver... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Amplifier Type: Transimpedance
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: 2R07 – FOR, ANALOG DATA LINK, ST, 850NM, MM, 0-10VDC, Fiber Optic Analog Data Links [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
from Broadcom Inc.
All HFBR-X5X5XZ series transmitters and receivers are housed in a low-cost, dual-in-line package that is made of high strength, heat resistant, chemically resistant and UL 94 V-O (UL file # E121562) flame retardant plastic. The transmitters are easily identified by the light grey colored connector... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Connector Type: ST
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: 2R09 – FOR, ANALOG DATA LINK, ST, 1300NM, MM/SM, 0-10VDC, Fiber Optic Analog Data Links [See More]
- Cable Type: Single mode (optional feature); Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
from Broadcom Inc.
HFBR-2515BFZ is metal housing optical receiver suitable for opticalcommunication in industrial and harsh environment. It meets PROFIBUSapplication that allows data transmission from DC to 10MBd. The metalhousing provides robust design that prevents optical port breakage inthe harsh environment with... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Connector Type: ST
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: 2R12 – FOR, ANALOG DATA LINK, SMA, 850NM, MM, 4-20MA, Fiber Optic Analog Data Links [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: SMA
from Broadcom Inc.
The 125 MBd Versatile Link (HFBR-0507Z Series) is the mostcost-effective fiber-optic solution for transmission of 125 MBd dataover 100 meters. The data link consists of a 650 nm LED transmitter,HFBR-15X7Z, and a PIN/preamp receiver, HFBR-25X6Z. These can be usedwith low-cost plastic or silica fiber. [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Data Rate: 1000
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: 2R14 – FOR, ANALOG DATA LINK, ST, 850NM, MM, 4-20MA, Fiber Optic Analog Data Links [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
from Broadcom Inc.
The RoHS-compliant transmitters and receivers are housed in a low-cost, dual-in-line package that is made of high strength, heat resistant, chemically resistant and UL 94V-O (UL file # E121562) flame retardant plastic. Both the transmitter and receiver are coated. with a layer of conductive alloy... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Connector Type: SMA
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: 2R18 – FOR, ANALOG DATA LINK, 1300NM, MM/SM, 4-20MA, Fiber Optic Analog Data Links [See More]
- Cable Type: Single mode (optional feature); Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
from Broadcom Inc.
HFBR-2506AFZ is metal housing optical receiver for SERCOSapplication that allows data rates of 2,4,8 and 16 MBd. The metalhousing provides robust design that prevent optical port breakage inthe harsh environment with excellence ESD performance. The optical datais transferred between numerical... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Connector Type: SMA
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: CC-RM85 2-Channel, 850 nm, Multi-mode, receiver, EOTec Multi-Channel Contact Closure (MCCC) [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
from Broadcom Inc.
All HFBR-X5X5XZ series transmitters and receivers are housed in a low-cost, dual-in-line package that is made of high strength, heat resistant, chemically resistant and UL 94 V-O (UL file # E121562) flame retardant plastic. The transmitters are easily identified by the light grey colored connector... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Connector Type: SMA
from Ultra Energy
Fiber Optic Module: CC-RX13 - 2-Channel, 1300 nm, Multi-mode or Single-mode, receiver, EOTec Multi-Channel Contact Closure (MCCC) [See More]
- Cable Type: Single mode (optional feature); Multimode
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
from Broadcom Inc.
HFBR-2505CFZ is metal housing optical receiver suitable for opticalcommunication in industrial and harsh environment. It meets INTERBUS-Sapplication that allows data transmission from DC to 2MBd. The metalhousing provides robust design that prevents optical port breakage inthe harsh environment with... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Connector Type: SMA
from Ultra Energy
Digital Data Links. Point-to-Point Contact Closure. The FOT-CC and FOR-CC Fiber Optic Transmitter/Receiver can be used to transmit contact closure data over long distances. DIN Rail mount housings enable easy mounting on industry standard hardware. The FOT-CC Transmitter provides a closed contact... [See More]
- Cable Type: Single mode; Multimode
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
- Connector Type: ST
from Broadcom Inc.
MOST (Media Oriented Systems Transport) transmitters and receivers in clear mold package are high-end POF (Plastic Optical Fiber) components for in-car entertainment and information systems. The MOST multimedia fiber optic link is optimized for automotive applications and is EMI-proof. The... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Data Rate: 25
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Signal Output:: Transistor-Transistor Logic
from Ultra Energy
Digital Data Links. Point-to-Point Contact Closure. The FOT-CC and FOR-CC Fiber Optic Transmitter/Receiver can be used to transmit contact closure data over long distances. DIN Rail mount housings enable easy mounting on industry standard hardware. The FOT-CC Transmitter provides a closed contact... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
- Connector Type: ST
from Broadcom Inc.
The Versatile Link series is a complete family of fiber optic link components for applications requiring a low cost solution. The HFBR-0500Z series includes transmitters, receivers, connectors and cable specified for easy design. This series of components is ideal for solving problems with voltage... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Photodiode Semiconductor: Silicon
- Amplifier Type: Transimpedance
from Broadcom Inc.
The AFBR-2419MZ fiber optic receiver is designed to operate with the Avago Technologies HFBR-14xxZ/-1712TZ fiber optic transmitters and multimode glass fiber cable. Consistent coupling into the receiver is assured by the optical system with lens. The receiver output is a digital CMOS/TTL signal. The... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Signal Output:: Transistor-Transistor Logic; Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor
from Broadcom Inc.
The AFBR-2419Z fiber optic receiver is designed to operate with the Avago Technologies HFBR-14xxZ/-1712TZ fiber optic transmitters and multimode glass fiber cable. Consistent coupling into the receiver is assured by the optical system with lens. The receiver output is a digital CMOS/TTL signal. The... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Signal Output:: Transistor-Transistor Logic; Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor
from Broadcom Inc.
The AFBR-776BxxxZ Twelve-Channel, Pluggable, Parallel-Fiber-Optics Transmitter and AFBR-786BxxxZ Twelve-Channel, Pluggable, Parallel-Fiber-Optics Receiver are high performance fiber optics modules for short-range parallel multi-lane data communication and interconnect applications. The modules... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Data Rate: 6250
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Rise Time: 0.0800
from Broadcom Inc.
The AFBR-2418Z fiber optic receiver is designed to operate with the Avago Technologies HFBR-14xxZ fiber optic transmitters and multimode glass fiber cable. The receiver output is a digital CMOS/TTL signal. The AFBR-2418Z receiver contains an IC with integrated photodiode to convert the incoming... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Rise Time: 5
from Broadcom Inc.
The AFBR-2408Z fiber optic receiver is designed to operate with the Avago Technologies HFBR-14xxZ fiber optic transmitters and multimode glass fiber cable. The receiver output is a digital CMOS/TTL signal. The AFBR-2408Z receiver contains an IC with integrated photodiode to convert the incoming... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: SMA
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Rise Time: 5
from Broadcom Inc.
The AFBR-2418TZ fiber optic receiver is designed to operate with the Avago Technologies HFBR-14xxZ fiber optic transmitters and multimode glass fiber cable. The receiver output is a digital CMOS/TTL signal. The AFBR-2418TZ receiver contains an IC with integrated photodiode to convert the incoming... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Connector Type: ST
- Receiver Type: PIN Photodiode
- Rise Time: 5
from Broadcom Inc.
Avago ’s AFBR-820BxxxZ Twelve-Channel, Pluggable, Parallel-Fiber-Optic Receiver is a high performance fiber optic receiver for short-range parallel multi-lane data communication and interconnect applications. These 12-channel devices are capable of 10.0 Gbps per channel, 120 Gbps raw aggregate... [See More]
- Cable Type: Multimode
- Data Rate: 10000
- Connector Type: MTP
- Rise Time: 2.5