NETGEAR SFP-FE53-BX20 Compatible 100M SFP Transceiver Module
This NETGEAR SFP-FE53-BX20 compatible transceiver provides 100M connectivity in a hot-swappable SFP package. Its optical design operates at 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX for up to 20km, using Simplex LC. Complete parameters and related OEM references help project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned.
OEM Part Number: SFP-FE53-BX20HT Part Number: SFP-FE53-BX20
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to NETGEAR SFP-FE53-BX20
- 100M connectivity at 155Mbps
- Optical wavelength: 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX
- Specified reach: 20km
- Simplex LC / SMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| NETGEAR Compatible | SFP-FE53-BX20 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | SFP-FE53-BX20 |
| Form Factor | SFP |
| Max Data Rate | 155Mbps |
| Wavelength | 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX |
| Max Cable Distance | 20km |
| Connector | Simplex LC |
| Optical Components | FP BiDi |
| Media | SMF |
| DOM Support | Yes |
| TX Power | -14~-8dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | < -30dBm |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | 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 155Mbps, wavelength 1550nm-TX/1310nm-RX, rated reach 20km.
NETGEAR Compatibility and Factory Testing
The module is checked for host recognition as SFP-FE53-BX20, 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.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 100M 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 20km 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 -14~-8dBm; receiver sensitivity is < -30dBm. 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-FE53-BX20, not an original NETGEAR-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Simplex LC with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 20km, 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
Quote HT part number SFP-FE53-BX20 together with OEM reference SFP-FE53-BX20 and quantity. Add the host model and software release when pre-order verification is required. 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-FE53-BX20 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.
