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If you are a newbie and first-time to buy PLC splitters, you might be curious about the package type of the splitters. It is not as complex as you think. At present, there are six major package types of PLC splitters according to different applications, i.e. Steel tube splitter, ABS box splitter, module splitter, rack-mount splitter, Tray splitter and LGX splitter. Of course, these six types are the basic type and there are upgraded versions on their foundation offered by different vendors. For example, the following shows us the PLC splitters with different package types.
The Steel tube splitter also called a Mini type splitter, is a type of splitter with or without connectors. Its input and output are designed with 0.9mm input and outputs. They are used for small spaces that can be easily placed in a Fiber Distribution box and Joint Closure. It does not need specially designed for space reserved.
The ABS box splitter also called a cassette splitter, is designed with direct 2.0nm or 3.0nm input and outputs. This type of splitter is usually used for Large-capacity Fiber Distribution Boxes and Fiber Cross Connection cabinets. It can better protect the fiber when used.
The Modular Splitter also called a cassette splitter, is designed with fiber optic adapter in the front panel. It’s popular in Asia markets. This type of splitter is usually used for Fiber Distribution Box and Fiber cross-connection cabinets.
The Rack-mount splitter is designed in 19-inch rack-mount metal box. In general, it is with fiber optic adapter in the front panel too. It is used for the Network Cabinet and 19-inch ODF (Optical Distribution Frame) achieved to 465mm dimension installation in Central office near the subscriber side.
The LGX splitter is designed on the modular size of a 19-inch panel, It can hold multiple pieces of different splitting ratio splitters. Can be required to be designed with an adapter or on a pigtail way.
The Tray splitter is designed in 19-inch ODF (Optical Distribution Frame) , It has with fiber optic adapter, and it is compatible with so many different types of connectors, Such as SC, FC, LC, and ST.
