14 breakout cassettes for a total of 42 QSFP fiber switch ports and 168 LC duplex ports.
Mounts in 2U of an EIA-standard 19 in. rack.
Fold-down front panel protects patch cables and provides writing space for custom port labeling.
Base8 wiring with built-in MTP trucks makes the most of limited rack space.
Color-coded yellow singlemode cables are easily distinguishable from traditional aqua OM3 multimode fiber.
40/100Gb Fiber Breakout Patch Panel, 40Gb to 4 x 10Gb, 100Gb to 4 x 25Gb, 42 MTP QSFP to 168 LC Duplex 8.3/125 Singlemode Ports, 2U
Model Number: N48K-42M8L168SB
High-density 8.3/125 singlemode breakout panel seamlessly and conveniently integrates 10G equipment with 40G networks or 25Gb equipment with 100Gb networks to meet current connectivity needs and future-proof your network in a cost-effective manner.
- Total of 42 12-fiber MTP/MPO switch ports and 168 LC ports
- Base8 wiring uses all LC ports—no dead ports as in Base12
- Hardwired cassettes for 30% improvement in insertion loss
- Easily identifiable color-coded yellow singlemode cables
- This product is covered by a Lifetime Limited Warranty (coverage details)
Overview
The N48K-42M8L168SB 8.3/125 Breakout Fiber Patch Panel not only integrates equipment with 10G and 40G speeds, but also provides a simple, flexible path from 25Gb to 100Gb, as well as upcoming 50Gb to 200Gb speeds and beyond. The 2U chassis features 14 breakout cassettes. Each cassette contains 12 LC duplex ports and three built-in two-meter MTP singlemode cables for a total of 42 QSFP fiber switch ports breaking out to 168 LC ports.
Base8 wiring with built-in MTP trunks maximizes rack space and link performance, while enabling simple cable deployment and optimized harness mapping. The N48K-42M8L168SB uses all 168 LC ports, meaning no dead ports as in Base12 wiring, with streamlined 1-to-1 port mapping. Eliminating the need for 12-fiber conversion modules results in a reduction of up to 50 percent in link attenuation.
Hardwired cassettes offer a 30-percent improvement in insertion loss with no separate MTP connection in the rear, resulting in longer duplex link distances. Color-coded yellow singlemode cables are easily distinguished from traditional aqua OM3 multimode fiber.
The front panel folds down to protect the LC patch cords, as well as provide wire mapping by matching each cassette’s labeled MTP cables to the LC clusters. Writing space on the inside panel lets you custom-label each port. Each panel is serialized and insertion loss data is available upon request via the unit’s serial number.
Features
Integrates Equipment with 10Gb and 40Gb, or 25Gb and 100Gb, Speeds to Meet Current Connectivity Needs
- Also future-proofs your network for eventual 50Gb and 200Gb speeds and beyond
- Singlemode fiber for highest throughput
14 Breakout Cassettes
- 12 LC duplex ports and 3 built-in 2-meter MTP singlemode cables per cassette
- Total of 42 12-fiber MTP/MPO switch ports and 168 LC ports
- 100% fiber utilization
- Streamlined 1:1 port mapping
- Up to 50% reduction in link attenuation
- Color-coded yellow cables easily distinguishable in crowded switch
Base8 Wiring
- No unused LC ports as in Base12 wiring
- Simple patch cable deployment
- Optimized harness mapping
- Hardwired cassette modules offer 30% improvement in insertion loss
Fold-Down Front Panel
- LC patch cables protected
- Provides wire mapping by matching each cassette’s labeled MTP cables to LC clusters
- Writing space on inside panel for custom-labeling of ports
- Insertion loss data available via unit’s serial number
Mounts in 2U of EIA-Standard 19 in. Rack
- Maximizes rack space and link performance
System Requirements
Package Includes
- N48K-42M8L168SB 8.3/125 Breakout Fiber Patch Panel
Specifications
OVERVIEW
| UPC Code | 037332200884 |
PHYSICAL
| Color | Black |
| Shipping Dimensions (hwd / in.) | 4.90 x 21.20 x 18.70 |
| Shipping Weight (lbs.) | 14.00 |
CONNECTIONS
| Side A - Connector 1 | MTP (FEMALE) |
| Side B - Connector 1 | LC DUPLEX (FEMALE) |
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
| Technology | MTP/MPO; Singlemode |
SPECIAL FEATURES
| All-in-One Kit | Yes |
| Built-in Cables | Yes |
CERTIFICATIONS
| Certifications | ROHS |
WARRANTY
| Product Warranty Period (Worldwide) | Lifetime limited warranty |
Accessories
Network Cables & Adapters
| Model Number | Description | |
|---|---|---|
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N820-01M-OM4 | 10Gb/100Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC) - Aqua, 1M (3-ft.) |
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N820-02M-OM4 | 10Gb/100Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC) - Aqua, 2M (6-ft.) |
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N820-03M-OM4 | 10Gb/100Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC) - Aqua, 3M (10-ft.) |
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N820-05M-OM4 | 10Gb/100Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC) - Aqua, 5M (16-ft.) |
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N820-10M-OM4 | 10Gb/100Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC) - Aqua, 10M (33-ft.) |
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N820-15M-OM4 | 10 Gb/100 Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC), Aqua, 15 m (50 ft.) |
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N820-20M-OM4 | 10 Gb/100 Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC), Aqua, 20 m (65 ft.) |
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N820-25M-OM4 | 10 Gb/100 Gb Duplex Multimode 50/125 OM4 LSZH Fiber Patch Cable (LC/LC), Aqua, 25 m (82 ft.) |
Resources & Downloads
Product Literature
Product Videos
- Pre-Assembled Fiber Breakout Panels™
https://www.tripplite.com/video/pre-assembled-fiber-breakout-panels-/152673
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