The BWN-PLC-CT-1X16-SC-APC-2.0 is a 1×16 cassette-type PLC splitter with SC/APC connectors on 2.0mm jacketed leads. One input is split evenly across 16 outputs over the full 1260-1650nm band, with 13.5/13.7dB max insertion loss (P/S grade), 55dB return loss and -40~+85°C operation for GPON/XGS-PON distribution boxes.
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The BWN-PLC-CT-1X16-SC-APC-2.0 is a 1×16 cassette-type PLC (planar lightwave circuit) optical splitter: one input and sixteen SC/APC outputs on 2.0mm jacketed leads, in a slim cassette housing that fixes inside FTTH distribution boxes and access terminals. The planar chip splits optical power evenly across all sixteen ports over the full 1260-1650nm window, so one feeder serves sixteen subscriber drops from a single split point.
Order this configuration for GPON and XGS-PON outside plant where reflectance must stay low — the SC/APC (green, 8° angled) end-faces keep return loss at 55dB class. The 2.0mm jacketed leads tolerate routing inside crowded boxes where bare 0.9mm pigtails are at risk. If the installed plant is UPC-polished, see the SC/UPC sibling linked below. For category context, see the cassette PLC splitter range and the PLC splitter category.
Values: 1×16 column of the 1×N PLC specification table, plus the page specification list.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Configuration | 1×16 (1 input × 16 outputs) |
| Splitter Type | PLC Cassette Type, 2.0mm jacketed leads |
| Connector (this unit) | SC/APC (family options: SC/LC/ST, APC/UPC) |
| Operating Wavelength | 1260-1650nm |
| Fiber Type | G657A or customer specified |
| Insertion Loss (max, P/S grade) | 13.5 / 13.7 dB |
| Loss Uniformity (max) | 1.2 dB |
| Return Loss (min) | 55 dB |
| Polarization Dependent Loss (max) | 0.25 dB |
| Directivity (min) | 55 dB |
| Wavelength Dependent Loss (max) | 0.5 dB |
| Temperature Stability, -40~+85°C (max) | 0.5 dB |
| Operating Temperature | -40~+85°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40~+85°C |
| Device Dimension (L×W×H) | 50×4×4 mm |
| Cassette Housing Dimension | on model datasheet |
| Lead Cable | 2.0mm jacketed standard; 0.9mm / 3.0mm options |
| Fiber Length | 1m or customized |
| Compliance | Telcordia GR-1209-CORE, GR-1221-CORE |
This unit ships with SC/APC connectors (green housings, 8° angled end-face). Mate it only with APC-polished jumpers: plugging an APC connector into a UPC (blue, flat) adapter damages both ferrules and collapses loss and reflectance at that joint. Family options: SC, LC or ST interfaces; G657A bend-insensitive singlemode or customer-specified fiber; 2.0mm jacketed leads standard on this model, 0.9mm and 3.0mm available, 1m standard length or customized.
The cassette fixes onto standard mounts inside FTTH distribution boxes and access terminals — pair it with our fiber distribution boxes and fiber access terminals, including 1×16-ready outdoor boxes such as the SK18-B fiber access termination box.
For boxes, closures and drop hardware around this splitter, see our FTTx supporting products.
Which split ratio? 1×16 serves sixteen drops per feeder. For smaller branches see 1×2/1×4/1×8; for dense PON see the 1×32/1×64 options in the splitter loss chart (1×2 to 1×64).
APC or UPC? Choose APC for PON-based FTTH — the plant is reflectance-sensitive and operator standards specify APC. Choose UPC only where the existing cable plant is UPC-standardized; the SC/UPC sibling of this model is linked below.
Which package? This cassette with 2.0mm leads suits box builds — see the cassette PLC splitter range. Pick an ABS insertion module for a self-protected connectorized box, an LGX cassette for rack-mount chassis sites, or a steel-tube mini module for splice closures.
Budget check. Start from the 13.5/13.7dB splitter loss, add connector pairs and splice points along each drop, and confirm the total against your PON class power budget.
| Model | Split | Package | Connectors | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This page: BWN-PLC-CT-1X16-SC-APC-2.0 | 1×16 | Cassette + 2.0mm leads | SC/APC | PON FTTH distribution boxes |
| 1×16 SC/UPC cassette splitter | 1×16 | Cassette + 2.0mm leads | SC/UPC | UPC-standardized plants and enterprise builds |
| 1×16 SC/APC ABS box splitter | 1×16 | ABS insertion module | SC/APC | Self-protected box builds on APC plant |
| 1×2 SC/UPC cassette splitter | 1×2 | Cassette + 2.0mm leads | SC/UPC | Single split points and test/broadcast taps |
For the full package overview, see the fiber optic splitter category.
Optical performance is verified against the parameters in the specification table above — insertion loss, uniformity, return loss, PDL, directivity and wavelength dependent loss. Compliance with Telcordia GR-1209-CORE and GR-1221-CORE is stated per BWNFiber product documentation.
Standard build: 1×16 split, SC/APC, G657A fiber, 2.0mm jacketed leads at 1m, cassette housing; lead diameter, lead length and connector mix customizable per order. Each unit ships with connector dust caps and strain-protected leads.
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A planar lightwave circuit splitter in a slim cassette housing: one input and sixteen outputs on jacketed leads. It splits one feeder fiber evenly to sixteen subscriber drops and is designed to fix inside FTTH distribution boxes and access terminals.
The 1×16 specification for this series is 13.5dB (P grade) / 13.7dB (S grade) maximum insertion loss with 1.2dB uniformity. Add connector and splice losses when you build the link budget, and check the total against your PON class power budget.
PON systems are reflectance-sensitive: reflections travel back toward the OLT and can disturb the laser and the video overlay band. APC connectors use an 8° angled end-face that keeps return loss high (55dB class), which is why GPON and XGS-PON outside plant standardizes on APC.
No. An LGX cassette is a plug-in module for rack-mount LGX chassis. This cassette type is a slim housing with 2.0mm jacketed leads, made to fix inside distribution boxes and splice enclosures. If your site standardizes on rack-mount LGX, see our LGX splitter models.
Yes — see the SC/UPC version of this model linked above. Choose UPC only where the surrounding plant is UPC-standardized; for PON FTTH builds, APC is the standard choice.
No. A PLC splitter is fully passive — no power, no electronics. It only divides optical power downstream, or combines it upstream.
Yes, installed inside a sealed box. The splitter is rated -40~+85°C; the host box provides the weather sealing.
Yes — send your split ratio, connector polish, lead type/length and quantities for a configuration review, documentation and pricing.
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