Fast Ethernet Fiber Media Converter Industrial 10/100Mbps Unmanaged IP40 Rated CE FCC

Outdoor Fast Ethernet Media Converter

Specification

Introduction

A Simple Tool That Solves a Real Industrial Problem

The Olycom IM-MC110FE is not designed to be complex — it is designed to be useful.

In many industrial environments, a large number of field devices still rely on 10/100Mbps Ethernet: PLCs, sensors, controllers, legacy monitoring units. These devices work reliably, but copper Ethernet limits transmission distance to 100 meters, which is often insufficient for factories, railways, substations, or outdoor sites.

The IM-MC110FE quietly removes this limitation.

By converting a standard RJ45 Ethernet signal into fiber, it allows low-speed industrial devices to communicate over kilometers of optical fiber — up to 120 km, without changing existing equipment or network architecture. There is no configuration, no management interface, and no learning curve. Once powered on, it simply works.

Built for industrial deployment rather than office racks, the IM-MC110FE operates from -40°C to +85°C, uses an IP40 metal enclosure, and integrates 4KV Ethernet surge protection to survive electrically noisy environments. It is a small device, but one that often sits at the edge of systems expected to run 24/7 without interruption.

Key Features

1. Focused, Purpose-Built Design
One Fiber Port, One Copper Port — Nothing Extra

The IM-MC110FE follows a deliberately minimal design philosophy:

1 × 100Mbps SFP fiber port, supporting single-mode and multi-mode modules

SM: 20 km to 120 km (depending on wavelength)

MM: up to 2 km

1 × 10/100Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port, auto-negotiation and MDI/MDIX supported

This simplicity reduces failure points and makes the device easy to deploy in tight control cabinets or remote field boxes.

2. Designed to Survive Electrical Noise

Industrial environments are rarely clean:
motors start, relays switch, lightning strikes nearby.

The IM-MC110FE is engineered to handle this reality:

4KV Ethernet surge protection

ESD Level 3 (EN 61000-4-2)

EFT Level 3 (EN 61000-4-4)

These protections help prevent communication failures caused by electrical interference, especially in outdoor or rail-side installations.

3. Stable Transmission Without Configuration

Internally, the device uses store-and-forward forwarding, ensuring data integrity even during burst traffic.
It supports:

IEEE 802.3x flow control (full-duplex)

Back pressure (half-duplex)

This allows connected industrial devices to communicate reliably without packet loss, even when traffic conditions fluctuate.

Wide Power Input for Industrial Cabinets

Power environments vary widely in industrial sites.
The IM-MC110FE supports:

DC 9–52V wide voltage input

Reverse-polarity protection

Low power consumption (≤5W)

This makes it easy to integrate into existing control systems without adding dedicated power converters.

Mount It, Power It, Forget It

DIN-rail mounting

Compact footprint (113.8 × 93 × 34.9 mm)

Fanless, non-managed design

Once installed, no ongoing maintenance or configuration is required — ideal for deployments where access is limited or costly.

Application

Where It Quietly Adds Value
Extending Ethernet Beyond Copper Limits

Converts short-range copper Ethernet (≤100 m) into long-distance fiber links (up to 120 km), enabling legacy industrial devices to connect to centralized control systems.

Industrial Field Device Connectivity

Used in production lines, workshops, and industrial parks to connect PLCs, sensors, and controllers to fiber backbones without upgrading endpoint hardware.

Transportation & Rail Infrastructure

Compliant with EN 50121-4, suitable for:

Trackside communication cabinets

Rail signaling support systems

Traffic monitoring equipment

Fiber connectivity ensures long-distance transmission while resisting vibration, temperature variation, and electrical interference.

Energy & Utility Monitoring

Ideal for substations, water treatment plants, and remote monitoring stations where:

Distances are long

Power conditions are unstable

Maintenance access is limited

Harsh, Small-Scale Industrial Deployments

Mining, petrochemical, and metallurgy environments benefit from:

IP40 dust protection

Wide temperature operation

Surge and ESD resistance

In these scenarios, the IM-MC110FE acts as a quiet, reliable bridge between the field and the network core.

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