BlueOptics QSFP-40G-LX4-WDM1300-BO transceptor 40G QSFP+, LC dúplex, 10km, 4x CWDM

Deliver 40 Gigabit Ethernet over a single pair of single-mode fibers with this BlueOptics QSFP+ transceiver. It uses four CWDM wavelengths (1271nm, 1291nm, 1311nm, 1331nm) to achieve 10 km reach on standard LC duplex cabling, making it ideal for high-density data center and enterprise links.

Overview

The BlueOptics QSFP-40G-LX4-WDM1300-BO is a hot-swappable QSFP+ transceiver module compliant with the 40GBASE-LX4 standard. It operates over single-mode fiber (SMF) and supports Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) for real-time parameter tracking.

What stands out

• 40 Gbps aggregate data rate via four 10 Gbps CWDM channels
• 10 km maximum transmission distance on 9/125 µm SMF
• LC duplex connector for easy integration
• Hot-swappable and MSA compliant for broad compatibility
• Low power consumption (< 2.5 W) for efficient operation

Technical details

• Transceiver type: QSFP+ (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus)
• Ethernet standard: 40GBASE-LX4
• Wavelengths: 1271 nm, 1291 nm, 1311 nm, 1331 nm
• Fiber type: Single-mode (SMF)
• Connector: LC Duplex
• Max transfer distance: 10 km
• DDM/DOM: Yes
• Hot-plug support: Yes
• Power consumption: < 2.5 W
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Voltage: 3.3 V
• Compliance: MSA

Our verdict

A reliable and efficient solution for 40G short-reach interconnects, combining CWDM technology with standard LC infrastructure.