Regulatory Compliance
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
The AFBR-703SNZ complies with all applicable laws
and regulations as detailed in Table 1. Certification level
is dependent on the overall configuration of the host
equipment. The transceiver performance is offered as a
figure of merit to assist the designer.
Equipment incorporating 10 gigabit transceivers is
typically subject to regulation by the FCC in the United
States, CENELEC EN55022 (CISPR 22) in Europe and VCCI
in Japan. The AFBR-703SNZ enables equipment compli-
ance to these standards detailed in Table 1. The metal
housing and shielded design of the AFBR-703SNZ mini-
mizes the EMI challenge facing the equipment designer.
For superior EMI performance it is recommended that
equipment designs utilize SFP+ cages per SFF 8432.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
The AFBR-703SNZ is compatible with ESD levels found
in typical manufacturing and operating environments
as described in Table 1. In the normal handling and op-
eration of optical transceivers, ESD is of concern in two
circumstances.
RF Immunity (Susceptibility)
Due to its shielded design, the EMI immunity of the AF-
BR-703SNZ exceeds typical industry standards.
The first case is during handling of the transceiver prior
to insertion into an SFP compliant cage. To protect the
device, it’s important to use normal ESD handling pre-
cautions. These include use of grounded wrist straps,
work-benches and floor wherever a transceiver is han-
dled.
Eye Safety
The AFBR-703SNZ provides Class 1 (single fault tolerant)
eye safety by design and has been tested for compliance
with the requirements listed in Table 1. The eye safety
circuit continuously monitors the optical output power
level and will disable the transmitter upon detecting a
condition beyond the scope of Class 1 certification Such
conditions can be due to inputs from the host board
(Vcc fluctuation, unbalanced code) or a fault within the
transceiver. US CDRH and EU TUV certificates are listed
in table 1.
The second case to consider is static discharges to the
exterior of the host equipment chassis after installation.
If the optical interface is exposed to the exterior of host
equipment cabinet, the transceiver may be subject to
system level ESD requirements.
Flammability
The AFBR-703SNZ optical transceiver is made of metal
and high strength, heat resistant, chemical resistant and
UL 94V-0 flame retardant plastic.
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