The challenge
Multiple optical functions. Limited rack space.
Termination, split monitoring and distribution can introduce different port layouts, coupling ratios and fiber types. A fixed arrangement may not match the planned link architecture.
Fiber Optic Splitter Rack
Fiber Optic Splitter Rack
A configurable fiber-optic rack for organizing optical splitters, termination and distribution – including 1×2 tap monitoring applications.
The Challenge and the Solution
Where do you put every optical split?
As splitters are added to a fiber network, the physical arrangement must remain accessible and aligned with the optical design. A patching area should not become a collection of unrelated splitter assemblies.
The Fibernet approach
A rack configured around the optical requirement.
Bring the specified splitter units into one aluminum rack assembly, with selectable port topologies, connector interfaces and available 1U or 2U housing options.
Application example
Tap monitoring with a 1×2 splitter
A selected portion of optical power can be directed to a monitoring path, while the remaining output continues through the planned network. The coupling ratio must match the intended link budget.
InputOptical linkFiber entering the rack
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Split element1×2 splitterApplication-specific coupling ratio
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OutputsTwo optical paths
Network pathMonitoring tap
Conceptual optical path. The example is not a wiring diagram or a specification for a particular monitoring ratio.
Where it fits
Four documented optical functions
01 / Monitoring
Optical Tap Monitoring
Use a configured 1×2 optical splitter to create an additional path for monitoring.
02 / Connectivity
Fiber Termination
Provide an organized location for the optical connections associated with the selected splitter arrangement.
03 / Routing
Optical Distribution
Arrange split outputs for distribution to the required optical paths and connector interfaces.
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Attenuation is also listed as an application.
Asymmetric splitting arrangements can form part of an optical power-management design. Their actual loss must be checked for the specified configuration.
Project-specific configuration
Specify the optical design before the rack.
The FCR product family allows the splitter structure, coupling ratio, fiber medium and physical connections to be selected as separate design parameters.
Fiber platform
G652 · G657A · 62.5/125 · OM2 · OM3 · OM4
Choose the fiber type that matches the planned optical link.
Optical wavelength
850 · 1310 · 1490 · 1550 · 1625 nm
Match the design wavelength to the equipment and selected splitter.
Split structure
1×2 · 2×2 · 1×3 · 1×4 · 1×6 · 1×8
Choose the number of optical inputs and outputs.
Coupling ratio
1/99 · 5/95 · 10/90 · 20/80 · 30/70 · 40/60 · 50/50
Select the optical power division according to the link budget.
Rack / interface
1U / 2U · 19″ / 21″ · LC / SC / FC / ST / MU
Specify the physical housing and connection interface.
Reference data
Technical Specifications
Values below reflect Fibernet Splitter Rack datasheet, Rev. 1.1, December 2015. Final combinations and current availability require confirmation.
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Optical loss budget matters.
Datasheet performance values are stated without connector contributions.
| Operating wavelengths | 850, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625 nm |
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| Bandwidth | ±40 nm |
| Operating temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
| Storage temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
| Fiber types | G652, G657A, 62.5/125, OM2, OM3, OM4 |
| Adapter families | LC, SC, FC, ST, MU |
| Insertion loss | 3.1–25 dB, depending on structure; excludes connectors |
| Return loss | ≥55 dB |
| Polarization-dependent loss (PDL) | ≤0.3 dB |
| Package formats | 1U 19″ / 21″; 2U 19″ / 21″ |
| Finish | RAL 7035 |
Engineering note: The reported insertion loss range depends on the splitter structure. Connectors are excluded from the specified parameters. Do not interpret these values as a guaranteed end-to-end link loss.
The datasheet states GR-449-CORE conformance and RoHS compliance. Reconfirm the current edition and the relevant product configuration before publishing compliance claims.
FCR Series
A clear brief speeds configuration review.
The datasheet’s FCR ordering scheme separates the required parameters. For a quotation, organize the requirements into four practical inputs.
Optical medium
Fiber type and operating wavelength.
Splitter topology
Input/output structure, count of splitter units and coupling ratio.
Physical interface
1U/2U rack format, width and required adapter type.
System constraints
Optical loss budget, monitoring use and any non-standard arrangement.
*The brochure describes capacity up to 44 splitter units per rack. It does not assign that maximum to every rack size or port configuration; confirm the build-specific capacity.
Fibernet Optical Infrastructure
Tell us how the optical power should be split.
Share the link configuration, splitter count, coupling ratio, wavelength and rack constraints. The technical team can review the appropriate splitter rack arrangement.