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MC Family

Rugged media converters

MilDef MC Family rugged media converters support tactical networks that need reliable conversion between copper and fiber Ethernet. The family provides compact connectivity hardware for defense systems where distance, signal integrity and platform integration matter.

MilDef MC700 Series rugged Ethernet media converter for copper-to-fiber network conversion

Rugged media converters for tactical network integration

MilDef rugged media converters help customers connect Ethernet copper and fiber links in demanding defense environments. The MC Family supports vehicles, shelters, racks and deployed systems where network signals need to move between different interface types. In addition, the compact format helps customers add media conversion without using larger commercial network equipment.

The family supports tactical network architectures that need flexible connectivity between computers, switches, routers, displays and mission systems. As a result, customers can extend network reach, adapt interface types and support fiber-based communication in rugged platforms. This makes the MC Family useful where copper-to-fiber conversion plays a practical role in system integration.

In addition, MilDef designs MC Family products for rugged use and long-term military programs. The range supports compact installation, passive cooling and military-relevant ruggedization. Therefore, customers can integrate media conversion into tactical IT systems where reliability, space and lifecycle support matter.

Copper-to-fiber conversion

Rugged media converters help connect copper Ethernet devices to fiber network links in tactical systems.

Compact network integration

Small form factors and flexible power options support vehicles, shelters, racks and other space-constrained platforms.

Rugged tactical connectivity

Passive cooling and military-relevant ruggedization support dependable network conversion in demanding environments.

Explore the MC media converter family

The MC Family includes rugged media converter series for different tactical network needs. MC700 Series supports Ethernet copper-to-fiber conversion in compact 19”/6 and 19”/4 configurations, with variants for Gigabit Ethernet and 100BASE-FX applications.

  1. MilDef MC700 Series rugged Ethernet media converter for copper-to-fiber network conversion

    MC700

    Rugged tactical media converters for heterogeneous network integration

    The MC700 Series provides compact rugged media conversion for defense and tactical communication systems that need reliable connectivity between different network infrastructures. The series supports copper-to-fiber, fiber-to-fiber and E1-to-Ethernet conversion, together with Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet. Available in compact 19”/6 and 19”/4 form factors, the MC700 Series supports fixed optical interfaces or configurable SFP modules, flexible DC power options and passive cooling for demanding platform, shelter and deployed network environments.

    Key features:

    • Conversion types: Copper ↔ Fiber, Fiber ↔ Fiber and E1 ↔ Ethernet
    • Network interfaces: Copper Ethernet, optical Ethernet, E1 and SFP-based interfaces
    • Ethernet speed: Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) and Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps)
    • Fiber support: Single-mode, multimode and SM ↔ MM conversion
    • Form factor: Compact 19”/4 and 19”/6 configurations
    • Power input: 10–32 VDC with optional 5 VDC USB power
    • Environment and EMC: MIL-STD-810, IP65 and MIL-STD-461
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