Optical
Optical / Passive
Optical Splitter
In an FTTH access network the splitter is where one feeder fibre becomes many subscriber drops. Each split divides the optical power, so the ratio chosen here sets the headroom available at the far end of the estate.
Overview
Product overview
In an FTTH access network the splitter is where one feeder fibre becomes many subscriber drops. Each split divides the optical power, so the ratio cho
In an FTTH access network the splitter is where one feeder fibre becomes many subscriber drops. Each split divides the optical power, so the ratio chosen here sets the headroom available at the far end of the estate.
Specifying a ratio that is too aggressive is one of the commonest ways an access network ends up marginal — it works on the bench, then fails once the real cable runs are in.
Key features
- Range of splitting ratios
- Rack-mounted and enclosure formats
- No power required
- No routine maintenance
- Stable insertion loss across the range
- Consistent with the OLT and ONT connector type
- Fibre management and labelling
- Built for outside-plant conditions
Principle chart
How the signal moves through the unit, from the inputs on the left to the outputs on the right.
Specification
GWC-SPL — Optical Splitter
Description
Passive optical splitting that turns one feeder fibre into many subscriber drops. No power, no routine maintenance, and the component that sets the loss budget for the access network.
Technical specifications
| Optical | |
|---|---|
| Type | Passive, unpowered |
| Splitting ratios | Range available on request |
| Connector type | SC/APC |
| Insertion loss | Specified per ratio |
| Formats | |
| Rack | 19-inch, for central office and cabinets |
| Enclosure | For outside-plant and building entry |
| Installation | |
| Power | Not required |
| Maintenance | None |
Fibre colour code
Fibre colour in each tube starts from No. 1 Blue. Use this table when terminating or tracing fibres at any point in the network.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | Orange | Green | Brown | Slate | White | Red | Black | Yellow | Violet | Rose | Aqua |
Applications
- FTTH access distribution
- Central office and cabinet installations
- Outside-plant branching
- Loss budget planning
Documentation
Full datasheets, including port detail, power specification and installation notes, are provided on request. Tell us the model and the destination market so we send the correct revision.
Datasheet and user manual
We send the full datasheet on request, so you receive the revision that matches the unit you actually have.
Related
Used with
These are the units that normally sit either side of the optical splitter in a build.
Optical
Optical
Specify this model into your project
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