Fiber optic technology has revolutionized the way data is transmitted, offering high-speed and reliable connections.A key component in fiber optic networks is the fiber optic splitter(PLC).
GFE provides a wide variety of good quality PLC Splitters (Planar Lightwave Circuit Splitters). The splitters works in a wide range (1260-1650nm), which makes them useful in both CATV and PON networks. PLC Splitters has its great advantage in small format, low light attenuation and high uniformity between the ports.
Currently, there are many packaging types of PLC splitters on the market to suit all applications.
The following are five typical PLC splitter types:
Bare Fiber Optical Splitter
Blockless Fiber Splitter
ABS Splitter
LGX Splitter
Rack-Mount Splitter
Bare Fiber Optical Splitter
The bare fiber splitter has no connector at the bare fiber ends, so it requires a complete set of protection in the carrying case and on the device. Due to its compact size, it can be easily placed in formal splice boxes and splice boxes. The bare fiber splitter minimizes space occupation and reduces installation costs at the same time. It is commonly used for FTTH, PON, LAN, CATV, test equipment, and other applications.
Blockless Fiber Splitter
Although the blockless PLC splitter has a similar appearance to the bare fiber splitter. However, it can provide stronger fiber protection because it has a more compact stainless steel tube package. The blockless PLC splitter does not require fiber optic fusion during installation and is mainly used for different connections above distribution boxes or network cabinets.
ABS Module Fiber Splitter
The ABS splitter has a plastic ABS case, which has good protection for internal optical components and cables. ABS splitter is simple and compact, which can be adapted to different installation environments and requirements. It is widely used with outdoor fiber distribution boxes for PON, FTTH, FTTX, GOPN networks.
LGX Cassette Fiber Splitter
Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) Splitter in Standard LGX Cassette with SC/APC termination. Fabricated using silica optical waveguide technology to distribute optical signals accurately and evenly with minimal loss providing a low cost light distribution solution with small form factor and high reliability.
Rack-Mount Splitter
19″ 1U Rack Mounted PLC Splitter is ranging from 1×2 ports to 2×64 ports. It is suitable for the use in telecommunication network, central office optical cable system and premise fiber network. The PLC splitter inside the box is plastic box type which available for 2.0mm pigtail. Each 19″ 1U Rack Mounted PLC Splitter is fully loaded with panels, adaptors (optional) and accessories and is ready for installation. Suitable for installation of FC, SC, LC, etc. adaptors, and suitable for plastic box type PLC splitters module.
For space considerations, we recommend the rack-mount PLC splitter because it can be directly installed in standard cabinets and fit for high-density networks. However, if there is not enough rack space, you can choose other fiber optic splitter types according to your actual deployment needs and network environment.
For more information, you can check out: https://www.gfeoptic.com/product-category/splitter/