Overview
The BWN-PLC-RM is a 19-inch, 1U rack-mounted PLC (planar lightwave circuit) splitter panel: a planar splitter module inside a standard 1U chassis, with SC/APC adapter ports on the front. It brings the split point into the rack — at the CO, the OLT side, a headend or an ODF frame — instead of a field enclosure, so patching, testing and reconfiguration happen at the rack.
The split ratio is configured per order across the 1×N and 2×N range, up to 17 front ports on this 1U panel — enough for a full 1×16 split plus its input. The chassis is 482.6mm wide, 44.45mm (1U) high, 350mm deep and 1.8kg, and drops into any standard 19-inch equipment rack or ODF frame. For dedicated fixed-ratio panels, see the 1×16, 1×32 and 1×64 siblings linked below. For family context and the rack-format selection framework, see the rack-mounted PLC splitter category.
Key Features
- Standard 19″ 1U chassis — 482.6mm wide, 44.45mm high, 350mm deep, 1.8kg — drops into any standard equipment rack or ODF frame position.
- SC/APC front ports, up to 17 — angled end-faces keep return loss at 55dB class — the standard choice for PON plants; 17 ports fit a full 1×16 split plus input.
- Split ratio configured per order — 1×N and 2×N configurations built to the project; per-port loss follows the series reference values.
- Centralized split point — puts splitting at the CO/OLT or headend rack, where patching, testing and reconfiguration are easiest.
- Uniform planar loss — even loss across all outputs, flat across the 1260-1650nm band.
- -40~+85°C operating and storage range — rated for unconditioned rack rooms and cabinets.
Specifications
Values: page specification list with the 1×16 column of the 1×N PLC specification table as the reference configuration; per-ratio values follow the splitter loss chart (1×2 to 1×64).
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Configuration | 1×N / 2×N, configured per order (up to 17 front ports = 1×16 + input) |
| Splitter Type | Rack Mounted Type |
| Chassis | 19″ 1U, 482.6 × 44.45 × 350 mm, 1.8 kg |
| 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, 1×16 reference, P/S grade) | 13.5 / 13.7 dB |
| Loss Uniformity (max, 1×16 reference) | 1.2 dB |
| Return Loss (min) | 55 dB |
| Polarization Dependent Loss (max, 1×16 reference) | 0.25 dB |
| Directivity (min) | 55 dB |
| Temperature Stability, -40~+85°C (max) | 0.5 dB |
| Operating Temperature | -40~+85°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40~+85°C |
| Compliance | Telcordia GR-1209-CORE, GR-1221-CORE |
Connectors, Fiber Types & Compatibility
This unit ships with SC/APC front adapters (green housings, 8° angled end-face). Mate them only with APC-polished jumpers; mixing APC ports with UPC jumpers damages both ferrules and collapses return loss at that joint. Family options: SC, LC or ST interfaces, APC or UPC polish; G657A bend-insensitive singlemode or customer-specified fiber.
The panel mounts into any standard 19-inch equipment rack or ODF frame — pair it with our fiber patch panels and ODF frames in the same rack row. Downstream, it feeds field-side cassette PLC splitters and distribution boxes in two-stage PON architectures.
Applications
- CO / OLT-side centralized splitting — one rack position hosts the PON split; patch cords to the OLT ports and the ODF in the same row.
- Headends and hub sites — centralized split with front-panel access for testing and reconfiguration.
- ODF frame integration — mounts into the distribution frame row where feeder and drop fibers already terminate.
- Data center meet-me rooms — passive optical distribution between cages without powered equipment.
For boxes, closures and drop hardware downstream of this panel, see our FTTx supporting products.
How to Choose: Rack Panel Configuration Guide
Architecture first. Centralized splitting puts one higher-ratio splitter at the CO or hub — simplest to test and manage, and this rack panel is built for it. Cascaded splitting uses two lower-ratio stages (for example 1×4 at the CO, then 1×8 in field boxes) to shorten drop cable runs. Both are valid PON designs; the choice follows your fiber routing, duct space and maintenance model.
Which split ratio? Match the subscriber count per feeder — 1×16 and 1×32 are the common PON branches; 2×N when you need dual feeders or two services on one split point. Per-ratio loss values are in the splitter loss chart (1×2 to 1×64).
Fixed-ratio panels? If you need a dedicated fixed-ratio unit, see the 1×16, 1×32 and 1×64 rack-mount siblings below.
LGX ecosystem? If the site standardizes on LGX plug-in modules, see the rack-mounted LGX splitter panel sibling instead.
1U Rack Panel vs Sibling Models
For the full package overview, see the fiber optic splitter category and the PLC splitter category.
Testing & Quality Control
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.
Packaging & Ordering Information
Standard build: 19″ 1U panel, SC/APC front ports, split ratio configured per order, G657A fiber; connector mix and port plan confirmed on the panel drawing before production. Panels ship in protective cartons with connector dust caps fitted.
Request a Quote
Include these six parameters so we can price the exact build:
- Split configuration: ratio per order (1×N / 2×N, up to 17 ports on 1U)
- Connector and polish: SC/APC on this model; SC/LC/ST, APC/UPC available
- Fiber type: G657A standard, or specify your requirement
- Rack standard: 19″ equipment rack or ODF frame
- Port plan: front-port count and layout per the panel drawing
- Quantity and installation point (CO, headend, ODF row)
Send it via the inquiry form on this page or our contact page; our team will reply with product details and pricing.
