Struggling with unreliable fibre links that keep dropping or need a rugged solution for outdoor installations? The media converter turns a Gigabit SFP fibre connection into a copper Ethernet link, letting you extend networks through harsh environments with confidence and simplicity.
Benefits of MikroTik media converter
You gain a stable, high-speed link that resists weather, so downtime is minimised. The waterproof case protects the hardware, giving peace of mind during storms. Built-in PoE support reduces cable clutter and eases power management. Its compact size fits tight spaces, and the lockable mounting bracket prevents accidental tampering, ensuring long-term reliability.
Key Features of a 1Gbps media converter
- Form factor: External. Ideal for mounting on walls, poles or DIN rails.
- Connectivity technology: Wired. Provides a solid, interference-free connection.
- Networking / Features: Wall mountable, pole mountable, weatherproof, DIN rail mountable. Flexible installation options for any site.
- Cabling type: Ethernet 1000Base-X. Supports standard fibre modules for easy upgrades.
- Data link protocol: Gigabit Ethernet. Delivers full 1 Gbps throughput.
- Interfaces: 1 × RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T and 1 × SFP 1000Base-X. Connects directly to copper and fibre networks.
- PoE range: 12-57 V PoE with 802.3af/at support. Powers devices without extra adapters.
- Power accessories: Includes PoE injector and power supply. Ready to use out of the box.
- Operating temperature: -40 °F to 158 °F. Functions reliably in extreme climates.
- Dimensions: 185 mm × 85 mm × 30 mm. Small footprint fits discreetly in cabinets or enclosures.
Usages of a 1Gbps media converter
Perfect for extending network reach in outdoor sites:
- Connecting remote surveillance cameras to a central switch.
- Linking a building’s fibre backbone to a legacy copper LAN.
- Providing reliable internet to a pole-mounted access point.
- Enabling fast data transfer for industrial IoT sensors in harsh weather.
- Supplying power and data to outdoor Wi-Fi routers via PoE.
Why Choose a MikroTik media converter
Many buyers worry that a media converter will be fragile, difficult to install, or require extra power equipment. They also fear incompatibility with existing fibre modules or limited temperature tolerance.
The MikroTik media converter removes those doubts. Its waterproof, lockable case guards against rain and vandalism, while the included PoE injector and power supply mean no extra gear is needed. With a wide operating temperature range and support for standard 1 Gbps SFP modules, it fits seamlessly into any network, delivering dependable performance wherever you need it.
Specifications
| Networking |
| Networking / Form Factor | External |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking / Features | Wall mountable, pole mountable, weatherproof, DIN rail mountable |
| Networking / Cabling Type | Ethernet 1000Base-X |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Type | Fiber media converter |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | MikroTik RouterBOARD |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Environmental Parameters |
| Environmental Parameters / Min Operating Temperature | -40 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Max Operating Temperature | 158 °F |
| General |
| General / Device Type | Fiber media converter |
| General / Form Factor | External |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x Ethernet 1000Base-X - SFP |
| Summary Details |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.3af |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Product colour | White |
| Fiber optic connector | SFP |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Width | 185 mm |
| Depth | 85 mm |
| Height | 30 mm |
