
Fibre FAT Box – 1×8 Bare PLC Splitter
A ruggedized Fiber Access Termination (FAT) box fitted with a 1-to-8 PLC splitter. Designed to connect feeder fiber to subscriber drop lines within FTTx deployments, this box integrates splicing, splitting, and distribution in a weatherproof enclosure. Triggered for outdoor pole or wall mounting with IP‑rated protection.
🛠️ Key Features
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1 × 8 bare PLC splitter (no connectors): distributes a single feeder fiber into eight subscriber ports using a planar waveguide splitter—compact and low-loss
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Enclosure with pre-terminated adapter module: houses up to eight SC connectors (SC/UPC or SC/APC) for subscriber drop connections
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Splice-capable tray section: internal tray supports mechanical or fusion splicing of feeder fiber and splitter input tail .
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IP65-rated, UV-stable housing: engineered from PC+ABS plastic for strong outdoor durability, moisture and dust protection
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Multiple mounting options: wall, pole, or aerial installation supported, with lockable hinged or latch‑type closure for secure access
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Cable access design: typically 3 feeder inlets plus 8 drop outlets at base, with sealed grommets to maintain ingress protection
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Support for fiber bend radius management: integrated routing features help maintain >40 mm bend radius to minimize losses
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Compact and lightweight: approximately 1.5 kg in weight with compact dimensions around 320 × 200 × 100–135 mm depending on model .
📏 Technical Specifications
Feature | Specification |
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Splitter | 1×8 PLC, bare fiber (no pre‑connectorized output tails) |
Adapter ports | 8 × SC (SC/UPC or SC/APC), adapter plate included |
Splice capacity | Supports feeder-to-splitter splicing in tray |
Enclosure rating | IP65, UV‑stable PC+ABS |
Application temp. | Typically –40 °C to +85 °C |
Entry & exits | 3 feeder inlet ports; 8 drop outlet ports with sealed grommets |
Mounting options | Pole, wall, or aerial |
Weight | ~1.4–1.5 kg |
Dimensions | Approx. 319×200×97.5 mm or similar variants |
✅ Benefits
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Integrated splicing and splitting: saves rack and deployment complexity by eliminating separate closures.
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High serviceability: hinged design or lockable closure enables secure access without disturbing internal connections.
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Excellent weather sealing: IP65-rated enclosure protects optical components in outdoor deployments.
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Space-optimized: extremely compact footprint for easier mounting in constrained environments.
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Modular design: can accept connectorized cassettes or upgrade to higher splitter counts or adapter panels as needed.