{"id":6038,"date":"2025-04-25T11:12:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-25T11:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lp.szlogic.cn\/knowledge-center\/appearance-structure-optical-module\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T09:39:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T09:39:58","slug":"appearance-structure-optical-module","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resources.l-p.com\/ru\/knowledge-center\/appearance-structure-optical-module","title":{"rendered":"The Key External Components of Optical Modules"},"content":{"rendered":"

An optical module serves as the backbone of modern fiber-optic communication. Its appearance<\/strong> often resembles a compact rectangular device, designed to fit seamlessly into networking equipment. You\u2019ll find its structure carefully engineered to house advanced components that convert electrical signals into optical ones and vice versa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Optical transceiver modules<\/strong><\/a> are pivotal in modern networking, facilitating the conversion between electrical and optical signals. Despite the variety in types and designs, these modules share a common structural framework.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, we\u2019ll explore the core structure of an optical transceiver, explaining the function of each part and how they work together to ensure seamless fiber optic communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

External Structure of an Optical Module<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Appearance and structure of an optical module: using an SFP optical module as an example<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Component<\/p><\/th>

Description<\/p><\/th><\/tr>

1. Dust Plug<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Protects optical fiber connectors, adapters, and ports from external contaminants and damage.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

2. Spring<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Ensures a secure connection between the optical module and the device’s optical port.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

3. Label<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Displays key parameters and vendor information of the optical module.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

4. Connector<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Connects the optical module to a board for signal transmission and power supply.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

5. Shell<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Protects internal components; types include 1\u00d79 and SFP shells.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

6. Receive Optical Bore (Rx)<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Receives optical signals.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

7. Transmit Optical Bore (Tx)<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Transmits optical signals.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

8. Latch<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

Facilitates the insertion and removal of the optical module; color-coded for easy identification.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. Dust Plug<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Function:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n