The BWN-PLC-CT-1X16-SC-UPC-2.0 is a 1×16 cassette-type PLC splitter with SC/UPC 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) and -40~+85°C operation for UPC-standardized plants, enterprise networks and distribution boxes.
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The BWN-PLC-CT-1X16-SC-UPC-2.0 is a 1×16 cassette-type PLC (planar lightwave circuit) optical splitter: one input and sixteen SC/UPC outputs on 2.0mm jacketed leads, in a slim cassette housing that fixes inside distribution boxes, cabinets 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 endpoints from a single split point.
Order this configuration when the installed cable plant, patch panels and drop hardware are UPC-polished — common in enterprise, campus and legacy networks. The 2.0mm jacketed leads tolerate routing inside crowded boxes where bare 0.9mm pigtails are at risk. For PON-based FTTH builds where reflectance limits are tighter, see the SC/APC 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/UPC (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/UPC connectors (blue housings). Mate it only with UPC-polished jumpers: plugging a UPC connector into an APC (green, 8° angled) adapter leaves an air gap, risks end-face damage, and collapses return loss at that joint. Keep one polish standard per link. 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 mates with standard SC/UPC adapter plates and splice areas inside distribution boxes, wall-mount enclosures and cabinets — pair it with our fiber distribution boxes and fiber access terminals.
For boxes, closures and drop hardware around this splitter, see our FTTx supporting products.
Polish first. Match the existing plant. UPC here; for PON-based FTTH where reflectance must stay low, choose the SC/APC sibling linked below. Never mix polishes on one link.
Which split ratio? 1×16 serves sixteen endpoints 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).
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 power budget.
| Model | Split | Package | Connectors | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This page: BWN-PLC-CT-1X16-SC-UPC-2.0 | 1×16 | Cassette + 2.0mm leads | SC/UPC | UPC-standardized plants, enterprise |
| 1×16 SC/APC cassette splitter | 1×16 | Cassette + 2.0mm leads | SC/APC | PON FTTH distribution boxes |
| 1×16 SC/UPC ABS box splitter | 1×16 | ABS insertion module | SC/UPC | Self-protected box builds on UPC 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/UPC, 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 SC/UPC input and sixteen SC/UPC outputs on 2.0mm jacketed leads. It splits one feeder fiber evenly to sixteen endpoints and fixes inside distribution boxes, cabinets 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 power budget.
Choose UPC when the existing cable plant, patch panels and drop hardware are UPC-standardized — common in enterprise, campus and legacy networks. Choose APC for PON-based FTTH builds, where reflectance limits are tighter. Match the plant; never mix polishes on one link.
No. UPC and APC end-face geometries differ (flat vs 8° angled). Mating them damages both ferrules and severely degrades insertion loss and reflectance. Keep one polish standard per link.
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. For rack-mount LGX sites, see our LGX splitter models.
No. A PLC splitter is fully passive — no power, no electronics. It divides optical power downstream and combines it upstream.
Yes, installed inside a sealed box or cabinet. The splitter is rated -40~+85°C; the host enclosure 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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