Broadcom Limited HFBR-57E0PZ
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- HFBR-57E0PZ
- Manufacturer:
- Broadcom Limited
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- Fiber Optic Transceiver Modules
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HFBR-57E0PZ.pdf
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Product details
Overview
HFBR-57E0PZ from Broadcom (formerly Avago) is a Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) multimode fiber transceiver for SONET OC-3/SDH STM-1 and Fast Ethernet physical layers, featuring a 1300 nm InGaAsP LED transmitter and InGaAs PIN photodiode receiver, +3.3 V single-supply operation, LC duplex optical interface, and -40 °C to +85 °C industrial temperature range.
For engineers reviewing the HFBR-57E0PZ datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this page delivers verified electrical interface timing (RD+/RD−, TD+/TD−), optical performance (−19 dBm min Tx power, −31 dBm min Rx sensitivity), LOS logic behavior (+3.3 V TTL open-collector), SFP MSA compliance, and thermal operating envelope - all critical for ATM switch, FDDI backbone, and legacy enterprise fiber link design.
Technical Context
The HFBR-57E0PZ implements a fully integrated SFP-compliant optical transceiver architecture with separate transmitter and receiver signal chains. Its LED driver IC accepts differential PECL inputs referenced to +3.3 V and drives a 1300 nm InGaAsP LED; the receiver uses an InGaAs PIN photodiode coupled to a transimpedance preamplifier and quantizer IC delivering squelch-enabled PECL-compatible differential outputs.
It supports dual-standard operation: SONET OC-3 (155.52 MBd) and Fast Ethernet (125 MBd), with distinct jitter specifications per standard (e.g., 0.25–1.2 ns p-p systematic jitter for OC-3; 0.20–0.6 ns p-p DCD for FE). The module includes EEPROM-based serial ID per SFP MSA, 3-stage hot-plug pin sequencing (GND → VCC → signal), and integrated ac-coupling and termination for both TX and RX paths.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Operating Wavelength | 1270–1380 nm center wavelength; enables compatibility with 62.5/125 µm and 50/125 µm multimode fiber per IEEE 802.3u and ITU-T G.957. |
| Transmit Optical Power (BOL) | −19 dBm avg (62.5/125 µm); sufficient for ≥2 km OC-3 links with margin against 1 dB LED aging and connector/splice losses. |
| Receiver Sensitivity (BER ≤1×10⁻¹⁰) | −31 dBm avg at eye center (OC-3); ensures reliable detection under worst-case jitter and inter-symbol interference per FDDI PMD Annex A.5. |
| Data Interface | Differential PECL-compatible I/O (TD+/TD−, RD+/RD−) with internal 100 Ω termination and ac-coupling; eliminates external capacitors on host board. |
| Loss of Signal (LOS) | +3.3 V TTL open-collector output; asserts high when received optical power falls below −33 dBm (OC-3), with 1.5 dB hysteresis to prevent chatter. |
| Supply Voltage | +3.3 V ±10% (2.97–3.63 V); supports single-rail system design and meets SFP MSA power envelope (max 230 mA total). |
| Operating Temperature | −40 °C to +85 °C case temperature; validated for industrial-grade deployment in telecom infrastructure and harsh-environment switches. |
Pinout & Package
HFBR-57E0PZ uses the industry-standard SFP mechanical package (55.2 mm × 13.4 mm × 8.5 mm) with integral LC duplex optical interface and 20-pin edge-card electrical interface compliant with SFP MSA Rev. 4.1.
| Pin | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 17, 20 | VEET | Transmitter ground reference; provides low-impedance return path for LED driver and TX bias circuitry. |
| 3 | Tx Disable | Active-high disable control; pulls transmitter LED current to zero when logic high or floating, enabling dynamic power management. |
| 4, 5 | MOD-DEF2 / MOD-DEF1 | Two-wire serial ID interface (clock/data); connects to host EEPROM bus for plug-and-play identification per SFP MSA. |
| 6 | MOD-DEF0 | Module presence indicator; grounded internally to signal insertion to host controller during hot-plug event. |
| 8 | LOS | Open-collector loss-of-signal flag; requires external 4.7–10 kΩ pull-up to VCC; low = valid optical input, high = fault condition. |
| 9, 10, 11, 14 | VEER | Receiver ground reference; isolated from VEET to minimize crosstalk between TX and RX sections. |
| 12, 13 | RD− / RD+ | Differential PECL receiver outputs; internally ac-coupled and terminated; deliver 400–2000 mV p-p swing into 100 Ω differential load. |
| 15 | VCCR | +3.3 V receiver supply; decoupled via 10 µF + 0.1 µF per MSA guidelines to suppress noise coupling into analog front-end. |
| 16 | VCCT | +3.3 V transmitter supply; separate rail from VCCR to isolate digital switching noise from LED bias circuitry. |
| 18, 19 | TD+ / TD− | Differential PECL transmitter inputs; accept 400–1200 mV p-p swing; internal ac-coupling eliminates need for host-side blocking caps. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| RoHS-compliant SFP package | Meets EU Directive 2002/95/EC; enables global deployment without hazardous substance restrictions. |
| Integrated ac-coupling & termination | Eliminates 8 external capacitors and 4 resistors on host PCB, reducing BOM count and layout complexity. |
| Squelch-enabled receiver outputs | Forces RD+/RD− to stable PECL logic levels (high/low) during LOS assert, preventing metastability in downstream SerDes. |
| 3-stage hot-plug pin sequencing | Ensures safe insertion/removal: ground pins make contact first, then power, then signals - prevents ESD damage and supply glitches. |
| Class 1 eye safety certified | Complies with EN60825-1 and IEC 60825-1 under single-fault conditions; no user-accessible laser hazard. |
Applications
| ATM Switch Infrastructure | FDDI Backbone Links |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Interconnecting ATM edge switches in metro access networks using multimode fiber plant. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Physical layer transceiver providing OC-3 line-rate serialization/deserialization with deterministic jitter (<1.2 ns p-p systematic) for cell-based traffic. Use Value: Enables drop-in replacement of legacy FDDI PHYs while maintaining full UNI compliance and interoperability with SONET ADMs. |
Use Scenario: Extending legacy FDDI campus backbone over existing 62.5/125 µm fiber runs beyond 2 km. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Optical interface translating 125 MBd NRZI-encoded FDDI data to/from fiber with <0.4 ns p-p duty cycle distortion. Use Value: Delivers guaranteed BER ≤2.5×10⁻¹⁰ at −31.8 dBm sensitivity, supporting aging fiber plants with high splice loss budgets. |
| Fast Ethernet Fiber Uplinks | SONET/SDH Transport Nodes |
Use Scenario: Providing 100Base-FX uplinks from enterprise switches to building-wide fiber distribution frames. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Full-duplex 100 Mbps transceiver with integrated LOS monitoring and hot-plug capability for zero-downtime maintenance. Use Value: Supports industrial temperature range (−40 °C to +85 °C), enabling deployment in unconditioned telecom closets and outdoor cabinets. |
Use Scenario: Embedding in SDH add-drop multiplexers for STM-1 tributary interfaces in carrier-class transport equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: OC-3 physical layer device meeting ITU-T G.957 optical mask requirements and CCITT G.958 PRBS jitter tolerance. Use Value: Provides deterministic jitter performance (RJ <0.52 ns p-p) essential for maintaining SONET pointer alignment and minimizing frame slips. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar SFP transceiver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| HFBR-57E0LZ | Same optical/electrical specs but rated for 0 °C to +70 °C commercial temperature range; lacks extended-temp qualification. | Suitable for climate-controlled data centers and office LANs; not qualified for outdoor or industrial enclosures. | Select HFBR-57E0LZ only if ambient operating temperature remains within 0–70 °C and cost optimization is prioritized. |
| AFBR-57E5APZ | Successor part with identical SFP footprint and pinout; uses VCSEL instead of LED, delivering higher Tx power (−14 dBm) and lower jitter (0.15 ns p-p RJ). | Enables longer reach (>5 km) and improved BER margin in new designs; requires validation of VCSEL eye safety classification. | Choose AFBR-57E5APZ for new designs requiring extended link budget or tighter jitter compliance; HFBR-57E0PZ remains optimal for legacy LED-based systems. |
Compared with HFBR-57E0LZ, HFBR-57E0PZ adds industrial temperature resilience without changing footprint or firmware interface; versus AFBR-57E5APZ, it trades VCSEL performance for proven LED reliability and lower EMI in electrically noisy environments.
Availability
HFBR-57E0PZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for ATM switch infrastructure, FDDI backbone links, Fast Ethernet fiber uplinks, SONET/SDH transport nodes, and industrial telecom equipment requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.
Supply support for HFBR-57E0PZ includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Broadcom Inc. (acquired Avago Technologies in 2016) is a global leader in semiconductor solutions for wired infrastructure, optical networking, and enterprise connectivity.
The HFBR-57E0PZ belongs to Avago's legacy SFP transceiver family designed specifically for migration from FDDI and early SONET systems to standards-compliant multimode fiber infrastructure with backward compatibility and industrial robustness.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported link distance for HFBR-57E0PZ over 62.5/125 µm multimode fiber?
The HFBR-57E0PZ supports up to 2 km over 62.5/125 µm OM1 fiber at OC-3 rates, based on its −19 dBm minimum transmit power, −31 dBm receiver sensitivity, and 1 dB optical power budget margin for LED aging and connector losses. This aligns with IEEE 802.3u 100Base-FX and ITU-T G.957 STM-1 specifications.
Does HFBR-57E0PZ require external AC-coupling capacitors on the host board?
No, HFBR-57E0PZ integrates AC-coupling capacitors for both TD+/TD− and RD+/RD− paths. The module delivers fully ac-coupled, 100 Ω differential PECL signals, eliminating the need for four external 100 nF capacitors on the host PCB and simplifying layout per SFP MSA guidelines.
How does the Loss of Signal (LOS) output behave during fiber disconnect events?
The HFBR-57E0PZ LOS output is an open-collector +3.3 V TTL signal that goes high when received optical power drops below −33 dBm (OC-3) or −31 dBm (FE), with 1.5 dB hysteresis. Assert time is ≤350 µs; deassert time is ≤100 µs, ensuring rapid fault detection without false triggering from transient noise.
Is HFBR-57E0PZ compatible with SFP MSA Rev. 4.1 host ports?
Yes, HFBR-57E0PZ fully complies with SFP MSA Rev. 4.1, including mechanical dimensions, 20-pin edge-card interface, 3-stage hot-plug sequencing, two-wire serial ID (MOD-DEF0–2), and electrical signaling (PECL I/O, VCC/VCC T/VCC R rails). It operates without host firmware modification.
What is the optical spectral width specification for HFBR-57E0PZ, and why does it matter?
HFBR-57E0PZ has a spectral width of ≤147 nm FWHM (typical 63 nm RMS) at 1300 nm. This broad emission is inherent to its InGaAsP LED source and is optimized for modal dispersion tolerance in multimode fiber - unlike narrow-linewidth lasers, it avoids differential mode delay issues in legacy 62.5/125 µm installations.
HFBR-57E0PZ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Broadcom Limited
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Data Rate:
- 155MBd
- Wavelength:
- 1300nm
- Applications:
- Ethernet
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3.3V
- Connector Type:
- LC Duplex
- Mounting Type:
- Pluggable, SFP
HFBR-57E0PZ FAQ
1.How can I place an order for HFBR-57E0PZ through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for HFBR-57E0PZ on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
2.Are the price and stock information for HFBR-57E0PZ reliable?
The price and inventory of HFBR-57E0PZ are updated periodically and may fluctuate due to market conditions. Stock and pricing data are typically refreshed every 24 hours. Quotation validity for HFBR-57E0PZ is usually 5 days.
3.What payment methods are accepted for HFBR-57E0PZ?
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for HFBR-57E0PZ?
For technical support, including HFBR-57E0PZ datasheets, pinout diagrams, or application guidance, please contact our engineering support team. They can provide detailed documentation and assistance for your HFBR-57E0PZ requirements.
6.How does Aetrix verify that HFBR-57E0PZ is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All HFBR-57E0PZ products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that HFBR-57E0PZ meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of HFBR-57E0PZ?
All HFBR-57E0PZ units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with HFBR-57E0PZ, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The HFBR-57E0PZ part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for HFBR-57E0PZ:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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