2x16PLC and Its Advantages
2x16PLC is a passive optical power management component based on silica optical waveguide technology. It is widely used in FTTH Passive Optical Network.
Designed to save on-site installation time, Rack PLC Splitter patch panels come pre-assembled with 900um loose tube single mode fiber and SC or UPC connectors, ready for fusion splicing or connectorization.
Planar Lightwave Circuit Splitter
The Planar Lightwave Circuit Splitter can be used to divide a single or dual optical input(s) into multiple optical outputs uniformly. They are often denoted as 1xN or 2xN and are applied in FTTX developments, PON networks, CATV links etc. The planar lightwave circuit splitter offers superior optical performance and reliability which meets the diverse application requirements under different environmental conditions. These devices have low insertion loss, low polarization dependent loss, and well controlled channel-to-channel uniformity. They are also compatible with a wide operating wavelength range and offer high environmental stability.
Growing internet penetration across various end-use industries across the globe is boosting data transmission over long distances. This is resulting in higher demand for optical fiber data networks. This, in turn, is promoting the growth of the global market for planar lightwave circuit splitters. Moreover, the need for faster and reliable data transmission is driving the development of new network infrastructure in telecom and data centers. This is further fuelling the need for high-stability as well as minimized losses design devices and components.
As a result, the demand for planar lightwave circuit splitters is expanding at a rapid rate in all regions of the world. This is particularly true in North America, where increasing technological advancements towards 5G along with investments in network infrastructure are fostering the growth of the region’s planar lightwave circuit splitter market.
The technology behind planar lightwave circuit splitters is based on 2×16PLC the use of lithography to fabricate waveguides on a silica glass substrate. This allows them to channel calculated amounts of light in percentage form. This type of splitter is more accurate and uniform than the low-cost fused biconic tapered (FBT) splitters, and it can work in a wider operating wavelength range (1260-1650 nm). It also has a greater temperature range, improved uniformity, enhanced reliability, and a smaller size than FBT couplers.
Bare Fiber PLC Splitter
A Bare Fiber PLC Splitter is a passive optical device that separates an incoming optical signal into multiple output signals with precise optical power distribution. Unlike traditional pre-installed connector splitters, these units leave bare fiber on both ends and allow network engineers to field splice them to the appropriate destination in order to fulfill specific needs during the construction of an optical communication network.
The Bare Fiber PLC Splitter is based on Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) technology, and features a wide operating wavelength range, good channel-to-channel uniformity, high reliability, and small size. Often, these PLCs are utilized in FTTH Passive Optical Network (EPON, smart home GPON) deployments, CATV links, and other telecommunications applications where precision optical power management is required.
This specialized type of PLC splitter is typically installed in the central office, and then distributed to the customer premises over Fiber to the Home or Business (FTTHx, GPONx, FTTbx) networks. They also have a number of applications in data centers, where they connect multiple servers and storage devices to the network backbone.
In addition, the bare PLC splitter is also commonly used in FTTH and CATV networks to distribute broadband internet and cable television signals to residential and commercial customers. It is especially well suited for applications where space is at a premium, as its open-ended input and output fibers allow for field fusion splicing to both SC, LC, and FC fast connectors.
Tarluz offers a complete range of 1xN and 2xN Bare Fiber PLC Splitters, from 1×2, to 1×64 and 1×128 that are tailored for specific applications and comply with Telcordia GR-1209/GR-1221 reliability requirements. Each unit is 100% tested and guaranteed to perform to your specifications. For even more peace of mind, we offer a lifetime warranty on all products we sell.
1xN and 2xN PLC Splitters
Planar Lightwave Circuit Splitters are used to distribute or combine optical signals. They are based on planar optical waveguide technology and provide a low cost light distribution solution with small form factor and high reliability. They have many advantages including low insertion loss and polarization dependent loss, miniature size, wide operating wavelength and temperature range, excellent channel-to-channel uniformity, and good channel-to-channel stability.
Single-mode 1xN and 2xN PLC Splitters are available in a wide range of configurations. Optical inputs can be combined into multiple output ports to support different applications, including FTTH, fiber to the home (FTTB), fiber to the business (FTFB), and CATV networks. They also offer a flexible solution to network expansion.
The 1xN PLC splitters are precision aligned to divide a single optical input(s) into multiple outputs uniformly, while 2xN PLC splitters can divide a dual optical input(s) into multiple optical outputs. Moreover, they are available in a variety of packaging types including fan-out PLC splitter, module PLC splitter and rack mount type PLC splitter.
All of the single-mode PLC Splitters are designed and manufactured to meet the highest quality standards, including Telcordia 1209 and 1221 reliability requirements. They are highly reliable, with guaranteed performance specifications and superior optical performance. Additionally, they are available in a broad range of output power and temperature ratings to suit the specific requirements of each application.
The bare PLC splitters are ideal for installation in a number of locations, including formal joint boxes and splice closures, because they can be welded directly without having to reserve space for special wiring. They are also ideal for use in FTTx systems, communication networks, Analog Passive Optical Networks and CATV networks, because they can be installed without needing to splice. In addition to a blockless design, these PLC splitters also feature strong fiber protection for better performance and safety.
