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This section provides an overview for optical transceivers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 35 optical transceiver manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked optical transceiver companies as of December, 2024: 1.Marlow Industries Inc., 2.Optix Communications, Inc., 3.GrenTech.
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Optical transceivers are devices that convert electrical signals into optical signals for transmission and reception.
They are primarily used in communication systems that employ optical fiber cables, serving the purpose of signal conversion between the transmitting and receiving ends. The operational principle involves converting electrical signals into optical signals at the transmitter, transmitting them through the optical fiber cable, and then converting them back into electrical signals at the receiver. This enables seamless communication.
Optical transceivers find applications in various settings, including data centers, corporate networks, and telecommunication service providers. They offer key features such as resilience to electromagnetic interference and the ability to transmit large-capacity data at high speeds. When using optical transceivers, it's essential to choose transceivers that match the specifications and length of the optical fiber cables, as well as securely fix the cables during installation.
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Molex was founded in 1938 with the invention of Molex in 1938 and today is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, and a subsidiary of Koch Industries. In the 1950s, the company invented the Molex connector which became the standard for power connections in personal computers for decades. Today the company is a manufacturer of electronic and fiber optic connectivity systems for customers in industries such as automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecom infrastructure. The company has several product categories including Connectors, Optical Solutions, Capillary Tubing & Micro Components, and Automation.
Amphenol Aerospace, founded in 1925 and currently a subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation, is an American manufacturer based in Sidney, New York, specializing in interconnected systems for military and commercial aerospace. The company offers a range of interconnected solutions that encompass Qualified Products Database (QPD) Military Specification (MIL-SPEC) custom circular and rectangular electrical and electronic connectors, designed for the military and aerospace sectors. Moreover, the company produces high-speed cable assemblies, media converters, Ethernet switches, electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC) fiber optic connectors, along with hermetically sealed connectors. The company serves specific industries, such as commercial aerospace, electric mobility, military operations, and space exploration.
Broadcom Inc., established in 1961, and headquartered in San Jose, California, is a manufacturer and supplier of semiconductor and connectivity solutions. The company specializes in producing products, such as semiconductors, infrastructure software, networking products, storage products, wireless products in which their products cater to industries such as telecommunications, data centers, and consumer electronics. Their products are used for various applications, including wireless communication, networking equipment, data storage, and multimedia devices, providing components for advanced technologies in numerous industrial and commercial sectors.
Cisco Systems, Inc., founded in 1984 and based in San Jose, California, is a manufacturer, distributor, and supplier of networking hardware, software, and services. Their offerings include routers for network connection and traffic routing, switches to manage internal network traffic, wireless access points for wireless connectivity, security appliances to safeguard against unauthorized access and attacks, and collaboration solutions to facilitate communication and collaboration among individuals. Cisco's comprehensive range of products caters to diverse networking needs, enabling seamless communication, data transfer, and collaboration across networks.
Coherent, founded in 1971, and located in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, is a manufacturer, supplier and distributor of laser and photonics-based solutions. Their product range includes lasers, optics, and laser-based systems for industries such as industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Coherent's lasers are used in precision cutting, welding, medical procedures, and scientific experiments. With ISO 9001 certification, the company ensures quality standards in their products, and solutions across various industrial applications.
Shenzhen Nufiber Systems Technology Co. Ltd., founded in 2003 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, is a manufacturer of fiber optic equipment and HD network transmission devices. The company's main product categories include switches, transceivers, and transmission media converters, with products that include active optical cable, fiber-to-Ethernet converters, and Ethernet over coaxial extenders. It also offers POE switches, DVI/HDMI fiber optic extenders, and digital video fiber converters. These technologies are widely used in data centers and security monitoring systems. The company's services include consulting for custom network assembly and installation.
Shenzhen Unitekfiber Solution Ltd., established in 2010, is a Chinese manufacturer based in Shenzhen, Guangdong, specializing in fiber optic products. Certified by ISO 14001:2015, the company provides solutions for fourth- and fifth-generation wireless (4G and 5G) networks and cloud computing. These products include fiber optic and patch cables, fiber cable management systems, and optical transceivers. It also offers coarse wavelength division multiplexing (CWDM) and dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) technologies, along with Ethernet industrial switches. The company serves global customers, among others, in the United States, the Middle East, and Europe across various sectors, including government organizations, data centers, and telecommunications.
Liverage Technology Inc., established in 2003 and headquartered in Taiwan, China, is a manufacturer of fiber optics components, transceiver modules, and measurement equipment. The company’s products include optical test and measurement tools such as BER testers and fiber optics testing hubs, and various optical transceivers like QSFP28, SFP+, and SFF. Its core technologies encompass optical packaging, customized manufacturing, and testing equipment manufacturing, serving defense, aerospace, and oil exploration industries. The company has received prestigious awards like the 2016 BC Award at Computex and the 2015 Computex d&i award.
Shenzhen Sopto Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2009, stands as an eminent and inventive manufacturer and supplier of advanced optical communication products in China. The company specializes in developing cutting-edge fiber optic solutions for various industries.Devoted to driving optical innovation, Shenzhen Sopto Technology offers an extensive range of good-quality and unfailing products, including optical transceivers, fiber optic cables, and passive components. These solutions empower industries such as telecommunications, data centers, and broadcasting.
Marlow Industries is a subsidiary of II-VI Incorporated, now known as II-VI Marlow. II-VI produces various optical components, laser tools, and engineering materials for a vast array of markets including communications, automotive, life sciences , aerospace and defense. Marlow in particular is a designer and manufacturer of fiber optics guidance systems, infrared sensors and their subsystems, as well as various refrigerating and cooling systems.
T&S Communication Co., Ltd., established in 2000 and based in Shenzhen, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of optical communication components. The company's optical products include pre-terminated cable assemblies, connectivity accessories (WDM), PLC splitters, and MT ferrules. It is famous in OEM and ODM services for optical fibre termination products. The company offers optic connectivity products and FBG sensing products to clients from over 50 countries and regions and it holds ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Amphenol Corporation is a designer and manufacturer of electrical products founded in 1932 and headquartered in Wallingford, Connecticut, USA. The company produces specialized cable assemblies, power distribution equipment, and communication products. These include antenna technology for wireless communication, raw cables for box assemblies, and interconnectivity products such as over-molded connectors or printed circuit boards (PCBs). Amphenol is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and AS 9100-certified. It primarily serves clients in the defense, information technology, and commercial aerospace sectors.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marlow Industries Inc. |
8.8%
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| 2 | Optix Communications, Inc. |
7.0%
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| 3 | GrenTech |
7.0%
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| 4 | InterOptic |
5.3%
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| 5 | FluxLight, Incorporated |
5.3%
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| 6 | Molex, LLC |
5.3%
|
| 7 | 1000 GIG |
3.5%
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| 8 | Onis Networks |
3.5%
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| 9 | Ascent Optics Co.,Ltd. |
3.5%
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| 10 | INPHITECH OPTO TECH CO.,LTD |
3.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the optical transceiver page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
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6 | 54.5% |
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China
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3 | 27.3% |
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Taiwan
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1 | 9.1% |
Canada
|
1 | 9.1% |
