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100G QSFP28 ZR4 80km Transceiver delivers 100GbE and OTU4 connectivity over single-mode fiber with 80km reach. Utilizing 4×25G WDM wavelengths (1295/1300/1305/1310nm) via DML transmitter and PIN receiver, it features CDR technology for signal integrity and digital diagnostics monitoring (DOM). Ideal for metro access networks, medium-reach DCI, and 5G aggregation layers with commercial temperature support (0°C to +70°C) and ≤ 6.5W power consumption.
| Product Features: |
●SFF-8661 Rev 2.5, SFF-8636 Rev 2.10a ●High speed I/O electrical interface (CAUI-4) compliant with IEEE 802.3bm-2015 ●100GBASE-ZR4 103.125G 80km point-to-point Ethernet links ●Rx sensitivity of -29dBm 5E-5 with enabled KR4 FEC in host for up to 80km SMF ●Single 3.3V Supply Voltage ●Power Dissipation 4.5W at 55ºC ,6.5W at 70ºC Case Operating Temperature ●0 ºC is environment temp; 70 ºC is Case Operating Temperature ●LAN WDM EML cooled laser and SOA+PIN cooled Receiver ●Universal QSFP28 MSA package with duplex LC connector ●Two Wire Serial Interface with Digital Diagnostic Monitoring ●Complies with EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS compliant) ●LPMode, ModPrsL, ModSeIL and ResetL are supported ●Telecom networking ●Class 1 Laser |
| Applications |
●Metro access networks linking central offices to edge POPs (up to 80km); ●Medium-reach DCI for intra-city data center synchronization; ●5G midhaul/fronthaul connecting DU/CU pools with ≤100μs latency; ●CATV backbone for 4K/8K video distribution over OTU4. |
| Data Sheet |
| 100G-QSFP28-ZR4-80km-Transceiver.pdf |
100G QSFP28 ZR4 80km Transceiver FAQ
Q1: What is a 100G QSFP28 ZR4 80km transceiver?
A 100G QSFP28 ZR4 80km transceiver is a long-reach optical module designed for 100GbE and OTU4 transmission over single-mode fiber. It delivers reliable 80km connectivity for carrier and enterprise optical networks.
Key features include:
100Gbps data rate
Up to 80km over SMF
LAN-WDM EML technology
Duplex LC connector
QSFP28 hot-pluggable form factor
It is ideal for metro networks, DCI, telecom transport, and 5G aggregation.
Q2: How does a 100G QSFP28 ZR4 transceiver work?
The module converts electrical signals into 4×25G LAN-WDM optical channels over duplex single-mode fiber. It integrates EML transmitters, SOA + PIN receivers, and CDR technology to ensure stable long-distance transmission.
Q3: What are the key features of the C-LIGHT 100G QSFP28 ZR4 80km transceiver?
The C-LIGHT module is designed for carrier-grade long-distance optical networking.
Key features include:
100Gbps Ethernet and OTU4 support
Up to 80km transmission
LAN-WDM EML laser
SOA + PIN receiver
QSFP28 MSA compliant
Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM)
Power consumption as low as 4.5W
These features provide reliable performance for metro and backbone optical networks.
Q4: What are the advantages of a 100G QSFP28 ZR4 transceiver?
Compared with shorter-reach 100G modules, it offers:
Up to 80km transmission
High receiver sensitivity
Low power consumption
Carrier-grade reliability
Easy deployment
It is an ideal solution for medium- and long-distance optical transmission.
Q5: Where are 100G QSFP28 ZR4 transceivers commonly used?
These modules are widely deployed in long-distance optical networks.
Typical applications include:
Metro access networks
Data Center Interconnect (DCI)
5G midhaul and fronthaul
Telecom backbone networks
CATV transport
Enterprise backbone networks
These applications require reliable 100Gbps transmission over distances up to 80km.
Q6: Why choose a 100G QSFP28 ZR4 instead of a 100G LR4 or ER4 module?
A 100G ZR4 supports transmission up to 80km, while LR4 typically supports 10km and ER4 up to 40km.
Its advantages include:
Longer transmission reach
Higher optical budget
Reduced relay equipment
Carrier-grade stability
Excellent compatibility
It is ideal for metro and regional optical networks.
Q7: How do you choose the right 100G QSFP28 ZR4 transceiver?
When selecting a 100G ZR4 module, consider:
Transmission distance
Fiber quality
Optical power budget
Switch compatibility
FEC requirements
Operating temperature
Choosing the right module ensures reliable long-distance optical performance.
Q8: Why choose the C-LIGHT 100G QSFP28 ZR4 80km transceiver?
The C-LIGHT 100G QSFP28 ZR4 combines long-distance transmission, low power consumption, and excellent compatibility in a compact QSFP28 package.
It provides:
100Gbps Ethernet and OTU4 support
Up to 80km over SMF
LAN-WDM technology
Low power consumption
Broad platform compatibility
It is an ideal solution for metro networks, DCI, telecom transport, 5G aggregation, and enterprise optical networks.
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