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25G SFP28 BIDI 40km Optical Transceiver – APX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI

APX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI
SFP28 25G 40km BIDI optical transceiver for 5G fronthaul and single-fiber deployments. Single-fiber bidirectional. Compatible with major switch platforms.
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SFP28 25G 40km BIDI 5G Fronthaul

25G SFP28 BIDI 40km Optical Transceiver – APX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI

Product Overview

The Apex APX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI is a 25G SFP28 BIDI optical transceiver designed for 5g fronthaul applications. Supporting transmission distances up to 40km over single-mode fiber, this pluggable optical module delivers reliable connectivity for modern communication networks.

Built in a SFP28 form factor, the APX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI provides flexible deployment options with compatibility across major networking and optical transport platforms.

Engineered for outdoor and industrial environments, this transceiver delivers consistent performance across extended temperature ranges with sub-microsecond latency required by 5G fronthaul applications.

Key Features

  • 25G high-speed optical transmission

  • SFP28 pluggable form factor

  • Up to 40km transmission distance

  • BIDI optical technology

  • 1310nm wavelength operation

  • Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM/DOM) supported

  • Compatible with major networking platforms

  • RoHS compliant and tested for reliable operation

Technical Specifications

SpecificationDetail
Part NumberAPX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI
ManufacturerApex
Data Rate25G
Form FactorSFP28
Optical TechnologyBIDI
Maximum Reach40km
Wavelength1310nm
Fiber TypeSingle Mode Fiber (SMF)
Connector TypeLC Duplex
DDM / DOMSupported
ComplianceSFP28 MSA, RoHS

Applications

📡 5G Fronthaul (DU to RU)

Connects Distributed Units (DU) to Radio Units (RU) in 5G RAN deployments with precise timing and low latency.

📶 eCPRI and O-RAN 7.2

Validated for eCPRI fronthaul protocols and O-RAN 7.2 functional split architectures.

🔌 Fiber-Constrained Deployments

BIDI single-fiber operation reduces fiber requirements by 50 percent, ideal for tower sites with limited fiber availability.

Compatibility

Apex optical transceivers are engineered for interoperability with major networking equipment platforms, including Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Huawei, HPE, Dell and other industry-leading systems. Each module is coded for the target switch platform before shipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Apex APX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI?

The Apex APX-SFP28-25G-40km-BIDI is a 25G SFP28 BIDI optical transceiver designed for 5g fronthaul applications with transmission distances up to 40km.

What applications use 25G SFP28 BIDI optical modules?

These modules are commonly deployed in 📡 5G Fronthaul (DU to RU), 📶 eCPRI and O-RAN 7.2, 🔌 Fiber-Constrained Deployments.

Is the module compatible with third-party switches?

Yes. Apex optical modules support OEM-compatible coding and are tested for interoperability with widely used networking platforms.

What warranty does Apex provide?

Apex provides a 3-year warranty on all optical transceivers. Each module undergoes strict optical performance, compatibility, and reliability testing before shipment.

Why Choose Apex?

Apex provides high-performance optical transceiver solutions for telecom operators, data centers and enterprise networks. With in-house engineering support, flexible manufacturing capability and strict quality control, Apex delivers reliable optical connectivity solutions from 1.25G to 800G.

Apex fronthaul transceivers are industrial-temperature rated (minus 40 to plus 85 degrees Celsius) with hermetically sealed TO-CAN packaging for condensation resistance. Pre-validated with leading DU/RU platforms. Each transceiver is backed by a 3-year warranty.