What is a PLC Splitter?

A PLC splitter is used to split a single cable into multiple smaller cables. It is often used for multimode fiber optic networks. It consists of an inner conductor surrounded by a shield. There are several types of PLC splitters available. One type is the LGX Box, while the other is the GPON router.

LGX Box PLC splitter

The LGX Box PLC splitter is a modular fiber optic splitter. It has a metal housing and can be used with fiber optic patch panels or standalone. This unit features pre-teminated adapters and is small and flexible. It supports single mode and multimode fiber. Several models are available for specific applications.

This device provides high-precision insertion. Its compact design allows for installation in an indoor terminal box, ODF frame, or optical fiber distribution box. Its features include uniform power splitting, low insertion loss, PDL, and return loss, and it can be used with passive optical networks.

This product is based on planar lightwave circuit technology. It can split an optical signal into two output fibers. It features a wide operating wavelength range, high reliability, and excellent channel-to-channel uniformity. It is widely used in datacom and local area networks. It offers high-quality performance at a reasonable price.

The LGX Box PLC splitter is one of the most popular splitters on the market. Its compact size, high reliability, and a wide operating wavelength range make it an ideal solution for a wide range of applications. It also offers flexible mounting options for in-ground pedestals, aerial pedestals, and rack-mount systems. It has a number of connector types and is fusion spliced for easy installation.

GPON router

GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) refers to a type of fiber broadband access network. It is a point-to-multipoint access network that uses passive splitters to distribute a single feeding fiber from the ISP to multiple end users. It can provide up to 2.5 Gbps of downstream bandwidth and 1.2 Gbps of upstream bandwidth for each user, which is enough to support triple-play services like VoIP, data and IPTV.

It also supports FEC (Frequency Error Correction) in the upstream direction, which reduces bit errors and jitter, which can degrade signal transmission quality. This makes GPON a great choice for high-bandwidth and long-distance applications that use digital signals.

The key to a successful GPON network is planning, and this includes balancing optical power, distance, attenuation and bandwidth capacity. Using “smarter” transceivers that have higher bandwidth and split ratios enables this without compromising optical loop length or distance from the CO to the subscriber.

One way to plan a GPON network is by creating an ODN. This ODN is comprised of a GPON OLT and GPON ONTs, along with an optical distribution network. The ONTs deliver service to a range of end users, and the OLTs provide routing and switching capabilities at the network core.

Typical bare fiber GPON PLC splitters are a type of splitter that uses a stainless tube to house the device. This provides stronger protection for the fiber, and it is suitable for FTTH, PON, LAN, CATV, test equipment and other applications.

They are commonly available in SC, LC, FC and ST types. They can be spliced inline, or you can use mechanical or fusion splicing methods to connect the splitter and the fiber ends.