MikroTik FTC21 Fiber-to-Copper Media Converter 2.5G SFP PoE IP55

The MikroTik FTC21 is a weatherproof Fiber-to-Copper media converter engineered for demanding outdoor and industrial deployments. Housed in an IP55-rated enclosure and validated across an ambient temperature range of -40°C to 70°C, the FTC21 delivers reliable fiber-to-Ethernet conversion where exposure to dust, moisture, and temperature extremes would compromise lesser equipment. Two 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and a 2.5G-capable SFP port provide flexible network integration, while the Marvell 88E6341 switch chip enables genuinely intelligent management features—VLAN segmentation, SNMP reporting, Access Control Lists with Layer 2/3/4 filtering, and basic traffic shaping—capabilities that set this device well apart from unmanaged media converters. Power input accepts 24–57 V via either an 802.3af/at PoE-in port or a DC jack, giving installers redundant powering options without additional hardware. With passive cooling and a maximum draw of just 4 W fully loaded, the FTC21 fits cleanly into tight enclosures or ceiling-mount installations. The package includes a 48 V power adapter, a PoE injector, and a ceiling mount with fastening hardware, so the unit is ready for deployment out of the box.

Key features & benefits

• IP55 Weatherproof Enclosure — Rated IP55 for protection against dust ingress and water jets, making the FTC21 suitable for outdoor infrastructure, rooftop cabinets, and other harsh-environment installations where a standard indoor converter would be at risk.
• 2.5G SFP Port — A single SFP port with 2.5G support bridges high-capacity fiber runs to copper Ethernet segments, preserving bandwidth headroom as network demands grow.
• Dual 10/100/1000 Copper Ports — Two autosensing Gigabit Ethernet ports offer flexible downstream connectivity, allowing the FTC21 to serve multiple devices or act as an inline segment within an existing cabled infrastructure.
• Flexible Dual-Input Powering — Accepts 24–57 V via both an 802.3af/at-compliant PoE-in port and a DC jack, giving installers the freedom to draw power from an existing PoE switch or a dedicated DC supply without additional adapters.
• Intelligent VLAN and ACL Management — Full VLAN support combined with Access Control Lists that filter, account, and tag traffic based on Layer 2, 3, and 4 protocol header conditions transforms this media converter into a managed network edge device.
• SNMP Reporting and Traffic Shaping — Built-in SNMP reporting enables integration with standard network management platforms for proactive monitoring, while basic traffic shaping allows operators to prioritize or limit flows across the fiber-to-copper boundary.
• Passive Cooling and Ultra-Low Power Draw — Entirely passive thermal management and a maximum consumption of 4 W (3 W without attachments) minimize heat output and operating costs, particularly valuable in sealed outdoor enclosures where active cooling is impractical.
• Wide Tested Temperature Range — Validated operation from -40°C to 70°C ensures consistent performance through extreme seasonal and geographic temperature swings without derating or special handling.
• Complete Installation Kit Included — Ships with a 48 V power adapter, a PoE injector, and a ceiling mount with fastening hardware, reducing on-site procurement and enabling faster commissioning.