BC860

Features

  • Multi-rate Ethernet to Fibre Converter
  • Conversion between copper twisted pair (10Base-T, 100Base-T, or 1000Base-T) to fibre optic (100Base-FX or 1000Base-X) format.
  • Available in multimode, singlemode, WDM and CWDM variants
  • Occupies a single slot in BC series 19″ rack mounting frames

BC860

Multi-rate Ethernet to Fibre Converter Card 10/100/1000BaseT

Description

Multi-rate Ethernet to Fibre Converter Card 10/100/1000BaseT

The BC860 is a versatile media converter designed to facilitate conversion between copper twisted pair (10Base-T, 100Base-T, or 1000Base-T) and fibre optic (100Base-FX or 1000Base-X) formats. Supporting two channels (full-duplex) data transmission channels, it features 10/100/1000Base-T duplex auto-negotiation for optimal performance and compatibility. Twisted pair inputs and outputs are equipped with data isolation transformers to ensure signal integrity and reliability.

LED indicators provide clear status updates for power, network, and fibre activity, enhancing usability. Bluebell's signature design ensures maximum signal integrity, delivering jitter-free optical transport for consistent and reliable data transmission.

The BC860 is available in both multimode and singlemode variants, making it adaptable to a wide range of fibre applications. Options include configurations for full-duplex operation over two fibres or single fibre setups. CWDM versions are also available, fully compliant with ITU G.694.2 grid specifications, to support high-density applications.

The module is compact and designed for efficient rack mounting. It occupies a single slot in the BC100/BC100i (3RU) 19″ rack-mount frame, which can hold up to 15 single-slot cards, or the BC160/BC160i (1RU) 19" frame, which accommodates up to six cards. Enhanced reporting is available via SNMP if a BM102/BM102i network card is fitted to the rack. The rack provides all necessary DC power.

For stand-alone applications, the BC860 is housed in a rugged individual enclosure. 

For dual Ethernet port applications, BC862 varient is available.

Schematic Diagram

Specifications

Electrical Input/Output

Connector
RJ45
Number
1
Format
 
Full duplex 100Base-FX Data Transmission
with 1-/100 MB/s half/full duplex auto-negotiation               
Standard               


 
IEEE 802.3
802.3 10 BaseT
802.3u 100 BaseT
802.3ab 1000 BaseT

Optical Input/Output

Connector


 
1 x female LC/PC
Single Fibre Version
2 x female LC/PC
Dual Fibre Version
Wavelength
See below; dependent upon model type
Standard
100base-FX and 1000base-X
Optical Power
(Typical)


 
– 9 dBm @ 850 nm
-15 dBm @ 1310 nm multimode
-6 dBm @ 1310 nm and 1550 nm singlemode
-6 dBm @ CWDM wavelengths
Sensitivity
> -3 dBm to -28 dBm
Max I/P power
> -1 dBm

General card specifications

Depth:
60 mm
Width:
20 mm 4TE
Height:
129 mm (3RU)
Weight:
100 g
Operating Temp:       
-30 to +70 ºC
Power:
2.4 W
Signal detect:
 
LED on for power
LED on for Network activity
LED on for fibre activity
Warranty:
5 years

Open/Download

Title Description Date Open / Download
BC860 Datasheet Datasheet PDF Open Download
BC860 Manual Operations Guide Manual PDF Open Download

Ordering Information

BC860M/2 Multimode Dual Fibre 10/1001000BaseT Ethernet to 1000Base-LX Fibre Converter Card
BC860S/2/13/LH Singlemode Dual Fibre 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet to 1000Base– EX Fibre Converter Card (1310nm) 40km Long Haul Transceiver
BC860S/2/CWDM/xx/WB         Singlemode Dual Fibre 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet to 1000Base-EX Fibre Converter Card (CWDM) CWDM 40km Long Haul Transceiver
BC860S/13/15 Singlemode Single Fibre 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet to 1000Base-LX10 Fibre Converter Cards (1310nm). Used in conjunction with BC860/S/15/13 as a matched pair.
BC860S/15/13 Singlemode Single Fibre 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet to 1000Base-LX10 Fibre Converter Cards (1550nm). Used in conjunction with BC860/S/13/15 as a matched pair.
For all available enclosures and frames see section “Universal Chassis and Power Supplies“.

 

Related Products

BC862 Dual Multi-rate Ethernet to fibre converter card

 

Universal Chassis and Power Supplies

BC160i 19″ 1RU Chassis for up to 6 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Supplied with Dual Redundant Power Supplies. Includes touchscreen display.
BC160 19″ 1RU Chassis for up to 6 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Supplied with Dual Redundant Power Supplies.
BC100i 19″ 3RU Chassis for up to 15 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Dual Redundant Power Supplies (not supplied). Includes touchscreen display.
BC100 19″ 3RU Chassis for up to 15 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Dual Redundant Power Supplies (not supplied).
BC101 Single Slot Chassis with 4-pin XLR.
BC102 Dual Slot Chassis with 4-pin XLR.
BC120 Triple Slot Chassis with Universal Mains Power Supply.
BM102i/BM102    Network Monitoring Card with Ethernet connection
PS65/PS100i    90-250VAC Power Supply for BC100-3RU or BC100i-3RU Chassis

Contact your local distributor for more information.

Contact us

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