Arista SFP1G-SX-31-I Compatible 1G SFP Transceiver Module
The SFP1G-SX-31-I compatible module serves equipment requiring a 1G SFP interface with 1310nm optics and a 2km rating. Connection is through Duplex LC. Product data, application guidance and factory verification are presented together to support field technicians install, maintain and identify the exact compatible module.
OEM Part Number: SFP1G-SX-31-IHT Part Number: SFP1G-SX-31-I
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Arista SFP1G-SX-31-I
- 1G connectivity at 1.25Gbps
- Optical wavelength: 1310nm
- Specified reach: 2km
- Duplex LC / SMF/MMF interface
- Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP1G-SX-31-I |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP |
| Max. Data Rate | 1.25Gbps |
| Connector | Duplex LC |
| Max. Cable Distance | 2km |
| Media | SMF/MMF |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Modulation | NRZ |
| Power Consumption | < 1W |
| Transmitter Type | FP |
| Receiver Type | PIN-TIA |
| TX Power | -9~-3dbm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | < -21dBm |
| BER | 1E-12 |
| DOM Support | Yes |
| Protocols | SFF-8472MSAIEEE 802.3 |
| Industrial Temperature Range | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
Field Installation and Maintenance
Inspect the connector and patch lead before installation, then support the fiber without pulling on the module housing. Release the latch properly during maintenance and keep dust protection on unused interfaces. If a module is removed for later use, retain its part-number label and record its original port. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 1.25Gbps, wavelength 1310nm, rated reach 2km.
Applications and Optical Link Design
Typical deployments include switch-to-switch, switch-to-server and aggregation links inside a data hall or between adjacent equipment rooms. The Duplex LC interface connects to the specified multimode cabling, and the stated reach depends on fiber grade and link loss. Keep this interface on the matching multimode optical standard rather than connecting it directly to a single-mode wavelength or reach variant.
The industrial temperature rating makes this version appropriate for controlled outdoor cabinets, transport nodes and other installations exposed to wider ambient temperature variation. Adequate airflow, protected cable routing and host-platform temperature limits still apply.
The multimode channel should use the fiber grade associated with the stated 2km reach. Keep the Duplex LC end faces clean and avoid tight bends. Different multimode standards are not interchangeable merely because they share a connector.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -9~-3dbm; receiver sensitivity is < -21dBm. A sound acceptance record includes link state, diagnostic temperature, supply voltage and transmit or receive levels where the host exposes them. Compare the readings with the stated ranges rather than treating any received light as proof of adequate margin. Persistent alarms or borderline values should trigger an end-face and complete-channel inspection. Before every insertion, keep dust caps in place until the patch lead is ready, avoid touching the optical end face and use an appropriate inspection and cleaning procedure. Do not look into an active optical interface.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Before packing, the module receives interface inspection, identification and link checks. Protective packaging avoids pressure on the connector and latch. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
Arista Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification starts with the expected SFP1G-SX-31-I identity and finishes with an operating host link. EEPROM data, diagnostic visibility and the stated optical parameters are assessed together. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Arista transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies SFP1G-SX-31-I, not an original Arista-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Duplex LC with SMF/MMF. The specified maximum reach is 2km, subject to fiber quality and total link loss.
Can it be mixed with another wavelength or reach version?
Only when the two ends share the same optical standard, wavelength plan and supported data rate. Check the exact part numbers and link budget rather than relying only on the module form factor.
Ordering Information
Quote HT part number SFP1G-SX-31-I together with OEM reference SFP1G-SX-31-I and quantity. Add the host model and software release when pre-order verification is required. Neutral labels, customer packaging and project-specific compatibility review are available on request.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
