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Phoenix Contact Ethernet-Fiber Media Converters


Ethernet networks have a limitation that can be easily addressed using fiber to send data reliably.  Fiber provides the following benefits:

  • Increases Ethernet transmission distances from 300 feet to nearly 25 miles
  • Immune to surges caused by lightning and other power sources
  • Immune to noise created by VFDs and motors
Phoenix Contact introduces the new family of Ethernet-fiber media converters.  The FL MC 1000, 2000T and 2000E models provide a range of options for different industrial applications that need fiber technology.

FEATURES
  • 1300 nm wavelength
  • 10/100 Mbps
  • Connection monitoring with LFPT (link fault pass through)
  • Signal LEDs for activity, link status, 10/100 Mbps
  • Robust design in metal housing for high EMC requirements
  • Models available for basic requirements, realtime applications, and harsh requirements