What Is a Fiber Optic Media Converter?
A fiber optic media converter is a device used to convert optical signals to electrical signals and vice versa.
The operating principle involves converting optical signals to electrical signals or vice versa. There are two basic types of this device: optical-electrical converters and electrical-optical converters, each converting optical signals to electrical signals or electrical signals to optical signals, respectively. One of its key features is its ability to support various types of optical fibers and LAN cables.
Fiber optic media converters are used in various settings. In offices, they connect LAN cables to optical fibers, while in factories, they commonly link industrial control equipment with optical fibers. Additionally, they are utilized in data centers to establish high-speed data communication networks.