6COM 100GE-LR4-QSFP28-20KM 100G Optical Transceiver Module
The 6COM 100GE-LR4-QSFP28-20KM is a high-speed optical transceiver intended for 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over single-mode fiber. Its QSFP28 form factor is designed for compatible high-density switches, routers, and data center networking equipment, supporting long-distance fiber links for enterprise, telecommunications, and data center infrastructure.
The 100G LR4 optical architecture uses four wavelength channels in the 1310nm band, multiplexed over a duplex fiber connection. For a 20km deployment, verify the exact 6COM part number and supported optical specification, as the manufacturer's published 20km product is identified as the QSFP28 LH4 variant.
Key Features
- 100G Ethernet Connectivity: Designed for high-bandwidth links between compatible network devices.
- QSFP28 Form Factor: Supports high-density switch and router port configurations.
- Long-Reach Single-Mode Fiber: The specified 20km variant is intended for extended-reach optical connections over compatible SMF.
- 1310nm LAN-WDM Technology: Uses multiple optical wavelengths within the 1310nm band to carry high-speed data.
- Duplex LC Interface: The corresponding 6COM 20km LH4 model uses a duplex LC optical connector.
- Digital Diagnostics: The corresponding 6COM 20km model supports digital diagnostic monitoring (DDM/DOM).
- Network Infrastructure Applications: Suitable for compatible data center, enterprise core, and telecom equipment.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | 6COM |
| Product Model | 100GE-LR4-QSFP28-20KM |
| Product Type | 100G Optical Transceiver Module |
| Form Factor | QSFP28 |
| Data Rate | 100Gbps Ethernet |
| Nominal Wavelength | 1310nm band |
| Optical Technology | Four-channel LAN-WDM |
| Transmission Distance | Up to 20km for the corresponding 6COM LH4 variant; confirm exact SKU |
| Fiber Type | Single-mode fiber (SMF) |
| Optical Connector | Duplex LC on the corresponding 20km LH4 variant |
| Digital Diagnostics | DDM/DOM supported on the corresponding 20km LH4 variant |
| Power Consumption | Up to 3.5W on the corresponding 20km LH4 variant |
| Compatibility | Requires a compatible QSFP28 port and matching host coding |
Applications
- 100G Ethernet network connections
- Data center interconnects
- Enterprise core and aggregation networks
- Telecommunications infrastructure
- Long-distance links between compatible switches and routers
- High-bandwidth single-mode fiber deployments
Installation and Compatibility
Install the transceiver into a compatible QSFP28 interface and connect it to the appropriate single-mode fiber infrastructure. Confirm that both ends of the link support the same optical standard, reach, wavelength plan, and connector type. For a 20km connection, verify that the optical link budget and fiber route meet the module's requirements.
Host-device compatibility should be checked before purchase. Physical fit alone does not guarantee that a transceiver will be accepted by every switch or router; coding and vendor compatibility may vary.
Why Choose a 6COM 100G QSFP28 Transceiver?
A 100G QSFP28 transceiver can help network operators scale bandwidth while retaining a compact, high-density optical interface. For suitable equipment and fiber infrastructure, a long-reach module can support high-capacity links between data centers, aggregation points, and enterprise network locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the data rate of this module?
The product designation indicates a 100 Gigabit Ethernet optical transceiver using a QSFP28 interface.
2. Can it transmit over 20km?
The stated product designation indicates a 20km reach. Confirm the exact 6COM SKU and its datasheet before deployment, because the manufacturer's published 20km QSFP28 product is identified as LH4.
3. Which fiber type is required?
The corresponding 20km variant is specified for single-mode fiber. Use fiber and connectors that meet the module's optical requirements.
4. Does it support digital diagnostics?
The corresponding 6COM 20km LH4 model supports DDM/DOM. Verify this feature on the exact module being supplied.
5. Will it work with any 100G switch?
Not necessarily. Check the host's QSFP28 support, vendor coding requirements, optical standard, and compatibility list before ordering.
Important: Confirm the exact part number, 20km optical standard, and host compatibility with the supplier before purchase.
