Brocade SFP-1G45-BX160-I Compatible 1G SFP Transceiver Module
The SFP-1G45-BX160-I compatible module serves equipment requiring a 1G SFP interface with 1490nm-TX/1550nm-RX optics and a 160km rating. Connection is through Simplex LC. Product data, application guidance and factory verification are presented together to support project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned.
OEM Part Number: SFP-1G45-BX160-IHT Part Number: SFP-1G45-BX160-I
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Brocade SFP-1G45-BX160-I
- 1G connectivity at 1.25Gb/s
- Optical wavelength: 1490nm-TX/1550nm-RX
- Specified reach: 160km
- Simplex LC / SMF interface
- Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-1G45-BX160-I |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP |
| Max Data Rate | 1.25Gb/s |
| Wavelength | 1490nm-TX/1550nm-RX |
| Max Cable Distance | 160km |
| Connector | Simplex LC |
| Optical Components | DFB+APD |
| Media | SMF |
| DOM Support | Yes |
| TX Power | 1~6dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | < -33dBm |
| Commercial Temperature Range | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
| Protocols | SFP MSASFF-8472 |
Project Documentation and Traceability
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, optical standard and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and the HT part number on the packing list. Labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers need not identify modules by appearance. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 1.25Gb/s, wavelength 1490nm-TX/1550nm-RX, rated reach 160km.
Brocade Compatibility and Factory Testing
The module is checked for host recognition as SFP-1G45-BX160-I, link establishment and diagnostic reporting. Physical cage fit alone is not treated as evidence of compatibility. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Applications and Optical Link Design
This BiDi interface is useful where only one fiber strand is available between two sites or racks. It must be paired with the complementary wavelength direction: one end transmits on the wavelength that the other end receives. Verify the paired part number, connector polish and fiber plant before installation, and measure link loss against the specified optical budget.
The industrial temperature rating makes this version appropriate for controlled outdoor cabinets, transport nodes and other installations exposed to wider ambient temperature variation. Adequate airflow, protected cable routing and host-platform temperature limits still apply.
This single-fiber interface must be paired with the complementary wavelength direction. One end transmits on the wavelength the other receives. Verify connector polish and measure loss over the 160km design range before service.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is 1~6dBm; receiver sensitivity is < -33dBm. Digital diagnostics make later maintenance easier when baseline values are captured at installation. Save the initial readings with the port and OEM reference, then investigate meaningful changes rather than reacting to a single transient value. Diagnostic support depends on the host as well as the module, so unavailable fields should be confirmed with the platform documentation. Before every insertion, keep dust caps in place until the patch lead is ready, avoid touching the optical end face and use an appropriate inspection and cleaning procedure. Do not look into an active optical interface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Brocade transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies SFP-1G45-BX160-I, not an original Brocade-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Simplex LC with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 160km, subject to fiber quality and total link loss.
Can it be mixed with another wavelength or reach version?
Only when the two ends share the same optical standard, wavelength plan and supported data rate. Check the exact part numbers and link budget rather than relying only on the module form factor.
Ordering Information
When ordering, specify SFP-1G45-BX160-I, SFP-1G45-BX160-I, quantity and intended host platform. Project labels can repeat these details for receiving and asset records. Neutral labels, customer packaging and project-specific compatibility review are available on request.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Quality control covers the optical or electrical interface, host identification and operating link. The verified unit is then individually protected and cartoned. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
