Gigabit Ethernet SC Fiber Bidi Media Converter Pair - 20KM Range

Our review of the ipolex Gigabit Ethernet to SC fiber media converter pair finds it best suited for network installers and small IT teams who need a simple, robust way to bridge copper and singlemode fiber links. The biggest reason to buy is straightforward: this pair converts 1000BASELX simplex SC fiber to 10/100/1000BaseT RJ45 copper (and back) with builtin BiDi SFP LX modules, letting installers extend a Gigabit link up to 20 kilometers over OS1/OS2 singlemode fiber without configuring software.

Key Features

• Builtin BiDi SFP LX Modules: Converts 1000BASELX simplex SC fiber to 10/100/1000BaseT RJ45 copper media for flexible network transitions.
• 20 km SingleMode Range: Extends link distance up to 20 kilometers over OS1/OS2 SMF, enabling longdistance backbone or campus links.
• Plug and Play Installation: Hotswappable design requires no software or complex setup, making deployment fast and low effort.
• AutoNegotiation RJ45 Port: 10/100/1000Mbps port supports AutoMDI/MDIX and half/full duplex to bridge different device speeds smoothly.
• Included Power Supply and Support: Each pair ships with a ULcertified 5V 1A power supply and a 3year warranty with technical support.

Who It's For

The ipolex media converter pair is ideal for integrators, small data centers, and networked facilities that need to convert between SC singlemode fiber and copper Gigabit Ethernet without changing existing cabling. It suits sites where electrical isolation and distance extension are required, for example, linking a remote wireless tower or separate building to a central switch.

Those who should look elsewhere include users needing multiport switching, managed features, or fiber types other than singlemode simplex SC. If you require SFP hotswap flexibility with different optics sold separately, a modular SFP cage switch or transceiver may be preferable.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Reliable conversion between SC fiber and Gigabit copper with builtin BiDi SFP LX modules.
• Long reach up to 20 km over OS1/OS2 singlemode fiber for buildingtobuilding links.
• Easy plugandplay installation with hotswappable units and AutoMDI/MDIX support.
• Good value with included ULcertified power supply and 3year warranty.

Cons

• Includes an external power supply that some customers noted as a separate component to manage.
• Not a managed device; lacks advanced switching features for complex networks.

Specifications

Product Type	Gigabit Ethernet to SC fiber media converter (pair)
Fiber Type	Singlemode fiber (SMF), OS1/OS2, SC simplex
Optics	Builtin BiDi SFP LX modules, 1310/1550nm
Max Link Distance	Up to 20 km
Copper Port	10/100/1000BaseT RJ45, AutoNegotiation, AutoMDI/MDIX
Power	1 x ULcertified 5V 1A power supply included
Warranty	3 years with technical support

Our Verdict

The ipolex Gigabit SC fiber Bidi media converter pair is a practical, costeffective solution for extending Gigabit networks over singlemode fiber while preserving copper endpoints. Installers and small IT teams will appreciate the plugandplay simplicity, long 20 km reach, and included power supplies; it delivers solid connectivity and electrical isolation without the complexity or expense of managed fiber equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can these converters run over multimode fiber?
These units are designed for singlemode OS1/OS2 SMF with simplex SC and are not specified for multimode links.

Do they require configuration or software?
No setup or software is required; the converters are hotswappable and operate plug and play.

What is included in the package?
A pair of media converters, one ULcertified 5V 1A power supply, and a 3year warranty with technical support are included.