WaveLink
WaveLink
As the United Kingdom accelerates its "Project Gigabit" and transitions toward a more digitized industrial framework, the demand for reliable, legacy-compatible optical transceivers remains critical. While 10G and 100G dominate new data center builds, the 155M (STM-1/OC-3) and 622M (STM-4/OC-12) SFP modules serve as the backbone for the UK's legacy SDH/SONET networks, railway signaling systems (ERTMS), and smart utility grids.
The UK market is currently witnessing a dual-track development. On one hand, operators like BT Openreach are retiring copper lines; on the other, industrial sectors in the North of England and the Midlands are retrofitting existing fiber assets. Our 155M/622M SFPs provide a cost-effective path for these industries to maintain high-uptime communication without a total infrastructure overhaul.
WaveLink Optoelectronics Co., Ltd., founded in 2016, has evolved into a powerhouse of optical innovation. With over 12 years of industry expertise and a focus on high-precision manufacturing, we produce transceivers that exceed standard specifications. Our annual export revenue of USD 18 million is a testament to our global reliability.
Operating in the UK requires more than just shipping a product. It requires an understanding of local regulatory frameworks and application-specific nuances.
All our 155M/622M modules exported to the United Kingdom are fully compliant with UKCA marking requirements, ensuring legal and safety standards are met post-Brexit. We also adhere to RoHS and REACH environmental directives.
From the London Underground’s communication systems to the offshore wind farms in the North Sea, our SFPs are deployed in environments where failure is not an option. Our Industrial Temperature (-40°C to +85°C) range is specifically designed for these harsh conditions.
While the world moves toward 800G, 155M and 622M modules are evolving through Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) enhancements. This allows UK network administrators to monitor real-time parameters such as optical output power, input power, temperature, and supply voltage remotely, reducing the need for onsite maintenance in remote Scottish Highlands or rural Wales.
