Fiber Model 4179-5m VersaLink POF to SC Multimode Duplex Fiber Converter
Overview
The Fiber Model 4179-5M is a very high speed ruggedized, protocol independent, SC Multimode Duplex Glass Fiber to Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) interface converter from Electro Standards Laboratories. Typical operating speeds are up to 1 Mbps. Designed to operate from -40°C to 85°C, it is a member of the Electro Standards Laboratories' rugged community fiber-to-copper and fiber to fiber media converter family. The unit features protection circuitry on power interface. The unit's power input is protected from transients as well as over current and voltage protection. Other features include user selectable polarity, RX and TX indicator LEDs.
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Allows Connection of POF Plastic Fiber Optic Linked Terminals to SC Multimode interface equipment.
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Provides Plastic Optical Fiber to Glass Optical Fiber conversion.
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Faster Data Transfer Rate, up to 5 Mbps.
FEATURES OF THE MODEL 4179-5M FIBER / SC MULTIMODE FIVER CONVERTER:
- Converts VersaLink plastic core cable interface to SC Multimode duplex (glass) Fiber Optic Interface.
- Provides full galvanic isolation (no metallic connection) between connected devices.
- Full duplex connection between terminals network and data processing / communication equipment.
- Faster data transfer rate up to 5Mbps.
- Plastic Fiber connection via two standard VersaLink female connectors.
- SC Duplex fiber connections via two standard SC female connectors.
- LED Status light displays data transfer activity.
- Provided with external wall mount power supply, UL Listed, RoHS, LPS.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- PLASTIC FIBER: (POF)
- Fiber Cable Type: 1 mm plastic optical filament.
- Fiber Wavelength: 660 nm (red).
- Transmission Distance: 75 m (250 ft.) (POF)
- GLASS FIBER: SC Multimode Fiber
- SC Fiber Cable: 50/125µ / 62.5/125µ multimode
- SC Fiber Wavelength: 820nm/850nm, Multimode
- SC Fiber Transmission Distance: 4.5 Km (2.8 miles) nominal.
- External Power Supply (included with Model 4179): 100-240 VAC @ 50/60 Hz UL Listed, RoHS, LPS. (Cat No 529954)
- Dimensions: 2.25" x 1.03" x 4.7" (58mm x 27mm x 120mm).
- Weight: 0.3 Lb. (137 grams).
PLASTIC OPTICAL FIBER (POF) TO SC MULTIMODE FIBER CONVERTER APPLICATION:
The drawing illustrates Data Processing or Communication Equipment connected to the SC Multimode Duplex fiber connector of the Model 4179-5m. The Plastic Optical Fiber Connector is linked to Video Gaming Machines via Plastic Optical Fiber cabling.

Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: 304179-5M
- Model Number: 4179-5M
- Base Price: See website or contact us for current pricing and availability.
Documentation & Support
- Specification Sheet (PDF) Download Available.
- Product Manual available upon request.
- For custom fiber optic network switch requirements contact our sales support team 401-943-1164 or email eslab@electrostandards.com
- We welcome international inquiries and ship worldwide.
Shipping and Returns 
- Shipped via UPS ground (unless otherwise requested).
- Freight Charges prepaid and added to invoice. We can estimate freight charges for you.
- Return policy: contact us within 30 days of shipment for an RMA number. Items returned without RMA not accepted. Please refer to our full return policy in our Terms and Conditions found on our website.
Versalink Plastic Core Cables are available from Electro Standards.
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