Unlock Blazing-Fast 25GbE Speeds Over 10km Distances
Eliminate critical data bottlenecks and supercharge your professional workflow with the Sonnet SFP28 Long Range Transceiver. Engineered for high-performance environments, this optical module is the definitive solution for connecting your most demanding equipment over vast distances. Whether you're linking a 4K/8K video editing suite to a central storage array, connecting buildings across a corporate campus, or architecting a resilient data center, this transceiver delivers the robust, high-bandwidth connection essential for modern data-intensive tasks. It provides a stable, interference-free link that copper cabling simply cannot match, ensuring your data flows smoothly and without compromise.
Future-proof your network infrastructure with intelligent dual-speed support. The Sonnet SFP28 operates seamlessly at both 25GbE and 10GbE speeds, offering maximum flexibility for your organization. This allows you to integrate it into your existing 10GbE network today while being fully prepared to unlock the full 2.5x performance increase of 25GbE when you're ready to upgrade. By leveraging cost-effective, industry-standard OS2 single-mode fiber optic cabling, you can establish an incredibly reliable connection spanning up to 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). This capability is a game-changer for large facilities, post-production houses, and enterprise organizations that require both speed and reach.
Designed for maximum uptime and effortless integration, the Sonnet SFP28 is a true plug-and-play powerhouse. Its hot-swappable design means you can install or replace modules on the fly without powering down your critical network switches or servers, minimizing downtime and keeping your operations running. It guarantees broad compatibility with Sonnet’s entire family of Twin25G and Twin10G Thunderbolt™ adapters and PCIe cards, as well as a wide ecosystem of third-party hardware, including popular QNAP and Mellanox-compatible switches and storage systems. Upgrade your connection, extend your reach, and empower your most ambitious projects with the speed and reliability of Sonnet.
Key Features
- Blazing-Fast 25GbE Speed: Delivers up to 2.5x the performance of 10GbE for massive data transfers and demanding workflows.
- Dual-Speed Support: Offers backward compatibility with 10GbE networks for flexible, phased upgrades and maximum investment protection.
- Extreme Long-Range: Reliably transmits data up to an incredible 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) over single-mode fiber optic cable.
- Broad Compatibility: Works seamlessly with Sonnet Twin25G/Twin10G adapters, QNAP switches, and Mellanox-compatible hardware.
- Industry-Standard Connections: Uses common OS2 LC single-mode fiber, ensuring easy integration and cost-effective cable sourcing.
- Hot-Swappable Design: Allows for easy installation and replacement without causing network interruption or downtime.
Technical Specifications
| Form Factor | SFP28 (Small Form-factor Pluggable 28) |
| Data Rate | 25GBASE-LR / 10GBASE-LR |
| Maximum Distance | 10 km (6.2 miles) |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Connector Type | Duplex LC |
| Cable Type | OS2 Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) |
| Compatibility | Sonnet Twin25G/Twin10G Adapters & Cards, QNAP Switches & Storage, Mellanox & Mellanox-compatible Switches |
Shipping policy
Any items which are in stock, will be dispatched immediately - same day if possible and morning of the following business day at the latest. Items which are not in stock at our local warehouse will be routed to us, and dispatched immediately upon arrival to us. In that case, the estimated dispatch time is noted on the product page.
Note that you are always welcome to email info@dittools.eu or call (+372) 5556 0057 for a more accurate shipping time estimate, as this does vary depending on a number of factors.
Standard shipping
Unless otherwise noted, all items are shipped standard via DPD. We normally ship to European Union countries only – do contact us for possible exceptions, particularly other European mainland countries. Shipping times vary between 1 to 10 business days within Europe – an up to date estimate will be given at checkout.
Express shipping
Our shipping partner for expedited deliveries is DHL Express; please contact us directly for a quote.
Returning an item
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return your item(s) for a full refund within 14 days of confirmed delivery.
Special sales, demo items and promotions may have modified return policies. If an item from a bundle is returned for refund, the total bundle discount or the total value of the gifts will get deducted from the returned item prior to issuing a refund. If the bundle discount (or gift value) exceeds the value of the returned item, the difference must be paid to be able to return the item.
Return autorization
If you would like to return any item(s), please contact us by either emailing info@dittools.eu or calling (+372) 5556 0057. We will share with you a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) code and ask that you clearly mark this code outside of your shipping box as you ship your item(s) back for a refund.
You will be liable for the shipping and any applicable customs/duty fees returning the item(s).
Incorrect items
If the return is made due to a faulty product, or an incorrectly shipped product, or if you are returning the item(s) due to a defect, or functionality issue, or because it is not the item you have ordered, we will gladly email or mail a return shipping label covering all shipping related expenses. In order to determine whether the return is initiated due to a technical problem, we may ask for you to provide visual support like images or a video on the item(s).
Shipping
Returned merchandise must be in its original packaging, and placed in a decent shipping box, e.g. the same box that we shipped the items to you in. Please make sure to clearly mark the RMA code you have received from us outside on the box.
Do not forget to cover or peel off any existing shipping labels on the box.
DIT Supplies OÜ cannot be held accountable for return shipments that have not reached us or returns made without RMA codes. We strongly advise that if you are returning the item(s) with a carrier of your choice that you use a traceable shipping method.
It may take 4-5 business days for your return to reach us. Once it is received and inspected, your refund will be processed and automatically applied to your credit card or original method of payment within 14 business days. Please note that depending on your credit card company, it may take an additional 2-4 business days after your credit is applied for it to post to your account.
Customs, duties & taxes
There are no customs duties or taxes on orders shipping within the EU. Orders shipped outside of the EU may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees collected by the destination country. The recipient of an international shipment may be subject to such import taxes, customs duties and fees, which are collected once a shipment reaches the recipient's country. Additional charges for customs clearance must be paid for by the recipient; we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be. Customs policies vary widely from country to country; and when customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond our original delivery estimates. We advise that you contact your local customs office for more information.