Siemens SFP992-1LD Plug-in transceiver, 1x 1000 Mbit/s

Product Overview

The Siemens 6GK5992-1AM00-8AA0 is a SCALANCE X plug-in SFP transceiver module (type SFP992-1LD) that provides a 1×1000 Mbit/s LC-port, single-mode fiber interface for network devices. It enables fiber-optic communication over distances up to 10 km and supports 1000BASE-LX, making it suitable for high-speed industrial Ethernet networks requiring secure, long-reach optical links.

Key Features

• Plug-in SFP transceiver module for SCALANCE X and compatible Ethernet switches
• 1 optical interface: 1000 Mbit/s LC port (single-mode fiber)
• Single-mode optical transmission with 1310 nm wavelength
• Transmission distance up to 10 km (depending on fiber specification)
• Compact SFP form factor — easy insertion/removal and space-efficient design
• Operating temperature range: –40 °C to +85 °C — suitable for harsh industrial environments
• Protection class: IP20 (housing protection; appropriate use within cabinets or enclosures required)
• Compliance with industrial standards and safety approvals including hazardous-zone rating Ex nA IIC T4
• Designed for industrial automation, networking, and communication infrastructure requiring fiber-optic links

Technical Specifications

• Article Number: 6GK5992-1AM00-8AA0
• Product Type: SCALANCE X Plug-in Transceiver (SFP module), SFP992-1LD
• Interface: 1 × 1000 Mbit/s, LC single-mode optical port
• Optical Wavelength: 1310 nm
• Transmission Standard: 1000BASE-LX
• Max. Transmission Distance: Up to 10 km (depending on fiber and network design)
• Operating Temperature (Ambient): –40 °C to +85 °C
• Storage / Transport Temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C
• Relative Humidity (non-condensing): Up to 95% at 25 °C
• Housing Protection Class: IP20
• Mounting / Installation: Plug-in SFP socket — compatible with SCALANCE X and other industrial Ethernet switches with SFP slot
• Module Dimensions (approx): Width 14 mm × Height 9 mm × Depth 57 mm
• Net Weight (approx): 0.02 kg
• Approvals / Certifications: Hazardous-zone rating Ex nA IIC T4, CE compliance, EMC standards EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4, UL / CSA for industrial communication equipment
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): Very high — engineered for reliable long-term industrial use

Compliance & Standards

• Part of the Siemens SCALANCE X accessory module family for industrial Ethernet networking
• Certified for hazardous-area installations (Ex nA IIC T4) — suitable for use in Zone 2 / Class I Division 2 / Zone 2 environments
• Meets global standards for industrial Ethernet communication, safety, and electromagnetic compatibility
• Designed for use in industrial automation networks, process control, and remote-link communication installations

Applications

The 6GK5992-1AM00-8AA0 SFP transceiver is ideal for extending industrial Ethernet networks over fiber-optic links — for example linking remote control cabinets, distributed automation stations, remote I/O racks, or long-distance communication between plants. It is particularly suitable where noise immunity, electrical isolation, and long-reach connectivity (up to 10 km) are required, such as in process plants, large industrial sites, infrastructure networks, or hazardous-zone installations.