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10Gtek 2-Pair of 10G SFP+ Bidi Transceiver, LC Single-Mode Single Fiber Module, 10GBASE-BIDI 1270nm/1330nm for Cisco SFP-10G-BX20D-I/SFP-10G-BX20U-I, Ubiquiti UniFi, Mikrotik and More, DOM, 20km
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10Gtek 2-Pair of 10G SFP+ Bidi Transceiver

Bottom line: The 10Gtek 2-Pair of 10G SFP+ Bidi Transceiver: 10GBASE-BIDI runs full 10Gbps over a single LC fiber up to 20km; main trade-off: sold only as a matched up/down pair, not as single mix-and-match ends.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 10GBASE-BIDI runs full 10Gbps over a single LC fiber up to 20km
  • ✓ Compatible with Cisco SFP-10G-BX20D-I/U, Ubiquiti UniFi, Mikrotik switches
  • ✓ DDM/DOM reports live TX/RX signal status to catch link issues early
  • ✓ Backed by a 3-year warranty plus lifetime technical support
  • ✓ Each module individually tested on switches before shipping

Cons

  • ✗ Sold only as a matched up/down pair, not as single mix-and-match ends
  • ✗ Single-mode single-fiber only; won't run over multimode OM3/OM4
  • ✗ 1270/1330nm BiDi needs the correct up or down end at each side
  • ✗ 0-70C operating range rules out outdoor or industrial extremes

Manufacturer description

10Gtek's BIDI 10G SFP+ Transceiver used in optical communications for both telecommunication and data bidirectional communications applications. Compatible Cisco P/N: SFP-10G-BXD-I/SFP-10G-BXU-I 10G-SFP Bidirectional for 10km Wave length: Up: TX1270nm/RX1330nm; Down: TX1330nm/RX1270nm Data Rate: 10Gbps Reach: 10~20km Form Factor: SFP+ Fiber Type: SMF Tx Power(dBm): -5~-0dBm Rx Sens.(dBm): <-14dBm Temp.(°C): 0~70 Applications: Router ASR 9000 Series Router: A9K-24X10GE-SE A9K-24X10GE-TR A9K-36X10GE-SE A9K-36X10GE-TR A9K-MPA-8X10GE A9K-RSP440-TR A9K-RSP440-SE ASR-9001 ASR9000v Series Router…

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SpecPicks scored 10Gtek 2-Pair of 10G SFP+ Bidi Transceiver using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the networking category. 10Gtek's networking lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

  • 10GBASE-BIDI Bidirectional SFP+ to single LC Optical transceiver module, Single Mode, Wave length: Up: TX1270nm/RX1330nm; Down: TX1330nm/RX1270nm, DDM, up to 20km over single LC.
  • Wide Compatibility - Compatible for Cisco SFP-10G-BX20D-I/SFP-10G-BX20U-I, Ubiquiti UniFi UACC-OM-SM-10G-S-2, Mikrotik, and Other Open Switches. It is widely used in fiber, switches, routers, NIC,server or other fiber optic equipments with 10G SFP+ ports for plug and play, support fully hot-pluggable.
  • 100% Usable - In 10Gtek's Signal Integrity Lab, we 100% passed tested. Each transceiver is individually tested on switches before delivery.
  • Superior DDM Function - DDM allows you to monitor the critical information concerning the status of the transmitted and received signals of the transceivers in real-time to find out some potential problems.
  • Perfect After-sales Service - Backed by 10Gtek 30 Days Free-returned, 3-Year Free Warranty and Lifetime Technology Support. 10Gtek is a manufacturer of transceiver, customized service is available

Full Specifications

Brand10Gtek
Color2-Pair
ModelAXB23-192-20/AXB32-192-20(Cisco-2pair)
Weight10g
Frequency10000000000 hertz
Cable TypeSimplex LC Single-Mode Fiber
Item ShapeRound
Unit Count2 Count
Part NumberAXB23-192-20/AXB32-192-20(Cisco-2pair)
Connector TypeLC
Number of Pins12
Number of Items2
Special FeatureSFP+ MSA
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Specification MetLc
Compatible DevicesSFP-10G-BX20D-I/SFP-10G-BX20U-I
Data Transfer Rate10 gigabits_per_second
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor
Ethernet Cable CategoryCat 6a
Recommended Uses For ProductNetworking, Data Center
Full listing title10Gtek 2-Pair of 10G SFP+ Bidi Transceiver, LC Single-Mode Single Fiber Module, 10GBASE-BIDI 1270nm/1330nm for Cisco SFP-10G-BX20D-I/SFP-10G-BX20U-I, Ubiquiti UniFi, Mikrotik and More, DOM, 20km

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