Firecomms
Firecomms designs and manufactures Plastic Optical Fiber transceivers (RedLink, OptoLock, SMI, LC) for EMI-immune, galvanically isolated communication in power electronics, industrial automation, medical imaging, rail, and smart grid applications, selling globally through distributors and direct channels.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2007
- HeadquartersCork, Ireland
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Firecomms does
Firecomms Ltd. is a privately held designer and manufacturer of fiber optic transceivers and Plastic Optical Fiber (POF)-based communication components, jointly headquartered in Cork, Ireland and Tongxiang, China. The company combines compound and silicon semiconductor technology with small-scale integration to produce a portfolio spanning four connector families — RedLink (Versatile Link compatible), OptoLock (patented connectorless termination), SMI (IEEE1394b compliant), and LC (IEC-ratified) — at data rates from DC-1 MBd to 1 Gbps. Its core technical differentiators are the proprietary RCLED emitter architecture, custom CMOS ASICs with dual-photodiode differential detection for EMI immunity, and patented bare-POF termination that enables 30-second field installation without special tools. Products are specified to operate across an industrial temperature range of -40 to +85°C with stated 20-year operational lifecycles.
Firecomms generates revenue through B2B hardware sales of transceivers, cables and plugs, media converters, switches, accessories, and evaluation boards. Pricing is quote-based with no public list prices; products are sold directly via the company website and through an authorized global distributor network covering the Americas, Europe, China, broader Asia, and Australia & New Zealand. End markets span power & energy (IGBT/IGCT gate drives, HVDC inverters, smart grid IEC-61850 networks, EV charging), industrial automation (EtherCAT, PROFIBUS, sensor networks, robotics), medical imaging (MRI, CT, PET, X-ray — including non-magnetic variants), transportation (electric and diesel trains), and consumer/home networking.
The company is privately held with no public listing or disclosed institutional shareholders, supported by a wholly-owned manufacturing subsidiary in China and an R&D team of PhD researchers in Ireland. Total disclosed venture funding is approximately $17.1M raised across a 2006 Series 2 (Act Venture Capital, ALPS Information Technology Fund, Atlantic Bridge) and a 2009 round (Swisscom Ventures lead, with Enterprise Ireland and GP Bullhound). Headcount is stated at 11-50 employees, and no revenue, ARR, or backlog figures have been publicly disclosed.
Firecomms firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Firecomms
- Legal name
- Firecomms Ltd.
- Website
- https://firecomms.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2007
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Firecomms designs and manufactures Plastic Optical Fiber transceivers (RedLink, OptoLock, SMI, LC) for EMI-immune, galvanically isolated communication in power electronics, industrial automation, medical imaging, rail, and smart grid applications, selling globally through distributors and direct channels.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Firecomms industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Fiber Optic Transceivers
- NAICS
- Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing (334413), Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921)
- SIC
- Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Semiconductors & Related Devices (3674), Electronic Connectors (3678)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Optoelectronic Receivers & Transceivers (Photodetectors/Optical Modules) (HDAHALAM)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Active Optical Cables (AOC) & Optical Interconnects (HDAFAEAG), Fiber-Optic Interconnects (Connectors/Cables/Transceivers Interfaces) (HDAHAOAE), Industrial Ethernet Media Conversion & Extenders (Copper/Fiber/SFP) (HDAFAJAG)
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Where Firecomms is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Cork
- HQ country
- Ireland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Firecomms business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- Fiber Optic Transceivers: Sale of optical transceivers including RedLink, OptoLock, SMI, and LC product families for data rates from DC-1 MBd to 1 Gbps
- Cables and Connectors: Sale of Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) cables, LC plugs, pre-assembled patch cords, and connector accessories
- Accessories: POF termination tools, LC adaptors, and OptoLock bulkhead feedthrough adaptors for network assembly and operation
- Media Converters and Switches: Fast Ethernet to optical media converters and 4-port POF switches for network infrastructure
- Evaluation Boards: Evaluation boards to support engineers in developing application designs implementing Firecomms product range
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | B2B enterprise hardware sales with quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
Firecomms product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Firecomms designs and manufactures Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) optical transceivers combining compound and silicon semiconductor technology. The portfolio includes RedLink®, OptoLock®, SMI, and LC connector-form-factor industrial transceivers, plus media converters, POF switches, cables, plugs, accessories, and evaluation boards serving data rates from DC-1 MBd to 1 Gbps.
Product overview
Firecomms is a global leader in fiber optic solutions and optical transceivers, offering a portfolio of products centered on Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) technology. The core product lines include RedLink® (industrial-grade fiber optic transceivers compatible with Versatile Link connectors), OptoLock® (patented connectorless transceivers for instant POF termination), SMI Transceivers (IEEE1394b compliant for plastic optic fiber), LC Transceivers (IEC-ratified LC connector form factor), and Media Converter/POF Switch solutions for Ethernet conversion. Supporting products include POF cables and plugs (RedLink, LC, crimpless friction, and sealed variants), accessories (POF cutters, adaptors), and evaluation boards for design development. These products serve applications requiring EMI immunity, galvanic isolation, and reliable data transmission in industrial, medical, transportation, and power systems environments.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- RedLink®: Fiber optic transceivers form factor compatible with the widely available Versatile Link range of connectors. Offers industrial grade fiber optic transmitters, receivers, and transceivers (DC-1/5/10/50 MBd) with connector-based termination.
- OptoLock®
- SMI Transceivers
- LC Transceivers
Products and services
- RedLink® Fiber Optic Transceivers Industrial fiber optic transmitters, receivers, and transceivers (DC-1/5/10/50 MBd) with form factor compatible with the widely available Versatile Link range of connectors and cables. Designed for industrial-grade applications requiring EMI immunity and galvanic isolation.
- OptoLock® Connectorless Fiber Optic Transceivers Patented connectorless fiber optic transceivers providing instant termination of bare Plastic Optical Fiber (POF). Supports DC/5/10/125/250 Mbps and GigE speeds and enables quick field installation without special tools or training.
- SMI Transceivers IEEE1394b-compliant Small Media Interface fiber optic transceivers for communication over plastic optic fiber at DC-50 MBd, with self-releasing lock plug (100N pull force). Non-magnetic versions available for medical device applications including MRI environments.
- LC Transceivers Industrial fiber optic transceivers with LC connector (IEC 61754-20 ratified for use with POF and PCS cable assemblies). Supports DC/5/10/125/250 Mbps data rates with RSSI output and dual 5V/3.3V supply.
- Media Converter & POF Switch Fast Ethernet media converter converting copper to optical cables (IEEE 802.3u compliant) using 650nm RCLED. Includes a 4-port Fast Ethernet POF Switch with three 125 Mbps OptoLock POF connectors and one RJ-45 port for network infrastructure.
- Cables & Plugs High-quality Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) cables in simplex and duplex variants (1mm PMMA core, 2.2mm PE jacket), plus LC plugs, crimpless friction plugs, RedLink plugs, simplex/duplex latching and non-latching plugs, and sealed friction plugs for fiber optic network assembly.
- POF Accessories POF network assembly and operation accessories including POF cutter (PC220F-410), LC-LC adaptor (FP-00C-LX0), and OptoLock bulkhead feedthrough adaptor (FA-BFC-KXD).
- Evaluation Boards Evaluation boards supporting engineers in developing application designs that implement the Firecomms product range for prototyping and design validation.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 20-year lifecycle on transceivers and cables reducing maintenance costs
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Firecomms
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Firecomms technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Firecomms partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.
- Litho CircuitscoreFirecomms partnered with Litho Circuits to develop and release Altium PCB footprints on the Firecomms website. This partnership provides customers with drag-and-drop component library solutions for PCB design, ensuring accurate mechanical design and 100% correct electrical pinout while eliminating common footprint mistakes.
- ImperixcoreFirecomms partnered with Imperix, a provider of high-end hardware and software tools for power electronics, to implement the RedLink product range in their wide-bandgap power converter development modules. Firecomms 50 MBd RedLink transceivers provide high-speed, galvanically isolated transmission of switching and fault signals for Silicon-carbide power modules.
- Acal BFimajorFirecomms partnered with Acal BFi, the European leader in advanced technology solutions, to provide optical devices and POF transceivers to European customers. Acal BFi distributes Firecomms products as part of their advanced technology solutions portfolio.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Firecomms competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Sharp Corporation: Sharp (now part of Foxconn/Sharp Electronics) has historically produced Plastic Optical Fiber transceivers and visible-light communication components for consumer and industrial use — a direct POF transceiver peer to Firecomms in the same product category.
- Industrial Fiber Optics: Industrial Fiber Optics specializes in plastic optical fiber products, fibers, and educational/industrial communication kits. A small direct peer to Firecomms in POF-based communication components serving industrial and educational markets.
Broad incumbents
- Broadcom: Broadcom is a major incumbent supplier of optical transceivers and fiber optic components for data center, telecom, and industrial networking. It overlaps with Firecomms in optical communication hardware but at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio scope.
- Leoni AG: Leoni is a major manufacturer of wires, cables, and wiring systems including fiber optic cables for industrial, automotive, and telecom markets. Comparable to Firecomms' cable and connector business with significantly broader scope.
- Coherent (formerly II-VI): Coherent is a global leader in optical components, transceivers, and materials serving industrial, telecom, and semiconductor markets. Overlaps with Firecomms in industrial optical communication components, with vastly broader product depth and scale.
- TE Connectivity: TE Connectivity is a global leader in connectors, sensors, and fiber optic interconnect solutions for industrial, automotive, and communications markets. Overlaps with Firecomms' connector and cable products as a much larger incumbent.
- Hamamatsu Photonics: Hamamatsu Photonics manufactures optoelectronic devices including LEDs, photodetectors, and optical modules for industrial, medical, and scientific applications. Comparable to Firecomms in the optoelectronic receiver/transmitter space with stronger exposure to scientific instrumentation.
- Lumentum: Lumentum designs and manufactures optical and photonic products including transceivers and components for telecom, datacom, and industrial markets. Comparable to Firecomms as an optical transceiver supplier, though serving long-haul and data center segments where Firecomms does not compete.
- Mitsubishi Electric: Mitsubishi Electric manufactures Plastic Optical Fiber transceivers and modules for industrial, factory automation, and consumer applications — directly overlapping Firecomms' POF transceiver portfolio and serving similar industrial automation customers.
Emerging players
- Firefly Communications: Firefly provides fiber optic interconnect solutions for industrial and harsh-environment applications, overlapping with Firecomms in ruggedized industrial fiber optic components, though with a broader focus on glass fiber interconnects.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Firecomms leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Firecomms subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
Firecomms funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors6 records
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Firecomms M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Firecomms
What does Firecomms do?
Firecomms designs and manufactures Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) optical transceivers combining compound and silicon semiconductor technology. The portfolio includes RedLink®, OptoLock®, SMI, and LC connector-form-factor industrial transceivers, plus media converters, POF switches, cables, plugs, accessories, and evaluation boards serving data rates from DC-1 MBd to 1 Gbps.
Is Firecomms a public or private company?
Firecomms is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Firecomms founded?
Firecomms was founded in 2007. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Firecomms based?
Firecomms is headquartered in Cork, Ireland, in the Europe region.
How does Firecomms make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Fiber Optic Transceivers are the primary driver. The others are cables and Connectors, accessories, media Converters and Switches and evaluation Boards.
Who are Firecomms's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Sharp Corporation and Industrial Fiber Optics. Broad incumbents are Broadcom, Leoni AG, Coherent (formerly II-VI), TE Connectivity, Hamamatsu Photonics, Lumentum and Mitsubishi Electric. Firefly Communications is listed as an emerging player.
Does Firecomms have an API?
No public API is recorded for Firecomms.
What industry is Firecomms in?
Firecomms's product category is Fiber Optic Transceivers. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAHALAM, Optoelectronic Receivers & Transceivers (Photodetectors/Optical Modules), with a secondary code of HDAFAEAG, Active Optical Cables (AOC) & Optical Interconnects. Its NAICS code is 334413 and its SIC code is 3576.