Netgear SFP-1G53-BXMMF Compatible 1G SFP Transceiver Module
Built for hosts recognizing SFP-1G53-BXMMF, this HT-manufactured SFP module delivers 1G transmission at 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX. Its rated reach is 500m, with Simplex LC as the physical interface. The specifications and engineering guidance below support project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned, while keeping HT manufacture separate from the OEM cross-reference.
OEM Part Number: SFP-1G53-BXMMFHT Part Number: SFP-1G53-BXMMF
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Netgear SFP-1G53-BXMMF
- 1G connectivity at 1.25Gbps
- Optical wavelength: 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX
- Specified reach: 500m
- Simplex LC / MMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-1G53-BXMMF |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP |
| Max. Data Rate | 1.25Gbps |
| Wavelength | 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX |
| Max Cable Distance | 500m |
| Connector | Simplex LC |
| Optical Components | FP BiDi |
| Media | MMF |
| DOM Support | Yes |
| TX Power | -9~-3dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | < -21dBm |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Fibre Channel, MSA Compliant |
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 1.25Gbps, wavelength 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX, rated reach 500m.
Netgear Compatibility and Factory Testing
Compatibility testing for SFP-1G53-BXMMF combines identification with a live link and available transmit, receive and alarm information. Connector condition is inspected separately. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Applications and Optical Link Design
Typical deployments include switch-to-switch, switch-to-server and aggregation links inside a data hall or between adjacent equipment rooms. The Simplex LC interface connects to the specified multimode cabling, and the stated reach depends on fiber grade and link loss. Keep this interface on the matching multimode optical standard rather than connecting it directly to a single-mode wavelength or reach variant.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 1G interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a SFP housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
BiDi operation saves a fiber strand but makes wavelength orientation critical. Record the part installed at each end and check its paired receive wavelength. The 500m rating still depends on total channel loss, including connectors and splices.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -9~-3dBm; receiver sensitivity is < -21dBm. A sound acceptance record includes link state, diagnostic temperature, supply voltage and transmit or receive levels where the host exposes them. Compare the readings with the stated ranges rather than treating any received light as proof of adequate margin. Persistent alarms or borderline values should trigger an end-face and complete-channel inspection. 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 Netgear transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies SFP-1G53-BXMMF, not an original Netgear-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Simplex LC with MMF. The specified maximum reach is 500m, 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
Use SFP-1G53-BXMMF as the compatibility cross-reference and SFP-1G53-BXMMF as the HT ordering identity. Keep other reaches or wavelength directions on separate order lines. 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
Each SFP-1G53-BXMMF compatible module is inspected, powered up and functionally checked before protective packing. Dust caps and individual trays shield the interface during transport. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
