PrecisionFlex® Pre-Terminated Patch Panels

Sumitomo Electric Lightwave’s PrecisionFlex® Pre-Terminated Patch Panels provide a simplified way to meet network interconnect needs while improving quality, saving labor cost, and reducing installation time. These patch panel solutions allow the customer to specify the fiber type, fiber quantity, panel connector type, and panel size. This selection is then factory assembled and tested in a clean factory environment and supplied ready for deployment in the customer’s network.  These solutions speed up installation times and are an ideal choice for data centers, enterprise networks, central offices, and anywhere interconnects are needed.

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Specifications

Single-Fiber Connector Characteristics

PropertySMF-UPCSMF-APCMMF
Polish TypeUPCAPCUPC
Typical Insertion Loss≤ 0.5 dB≤ 0.5 dB≤ 0.3 dB
Return Loss≥ 50 dB≥ 60 dB≥ 25 dB
Operating Temperature-4°F to +158°F (-20°C to +70°C)

Bulkhead Capacity

Rack UnitLGX Capacity
1RU72 LC Ports (36 SC Ports)
2RU144 LC Ports (72 SC Ports)
3RU216 LC Ports (108 SC Ports)
4RU288 LC Ports (144 SC Ports)
6RU (3 x 2RU)432 LC Ports (216 SC Ports)

Physical Characteristics

Rack UnitDimensions (W x H x D)
1RU1.75 x 17.6 x 16.75 in (45 x 447 x 425 mm)
2RU3.5 x 17.6 x 16.75 in (89 x 447 x 425 mm)
3RU5.25 x 17.6 x 16.75 in (133 x 447 x 425 mm)
4RU7 x 17.6 x 16.75 in (178 x 447 x 425 mm)

Kitting Components

ComponentsDescriptionQuantity
Tie WrapsUsed To Attach Cables Down at Rear of Shelf4
Caution LabelLaser Caution Label1
Hook and Loop StrapHook and Loop Strap1
½” Pan Head ScrewsScrews for Rack Mount6
Cable Management ClipsUsed In Front for Cable Management4
Cable Entry Port CoverCover for Unused Cable Entry Port with Matting Screws1

Ordering Information

Instructions: Create a part number by using this character set and codes.

FT – [ 1 ] [ 2 2 2 ] X [ 3 ] [ 4 ] X [ 5 5 ]

[ 1 ] – Fiber Type [ 2 ] – Fiber Count [ 3 ] – Cable Construction [ 4 ] – Panel Connector Type[ 5 ] – Panel Size  
1 – OM1
2 – OM2
3 – OM3
4 – OM4
5 – OM5
9 – SM (G.657.A1)
024 – 24 Fibers
048 – 48 Fibers
072 – 72 Fibers
096 – 96 Fibers
144 – 144 Fibers
288 – 288 Fibers
432 – 432 Fibers
576 – 576 Fibers (MPO, LC)
864 – 864 Fibers (MPO, LC)
I – 900μm
W – 250μm
R – 250μm Flat Ribbon
F – 250μm Freeform Ribbon™
Y – 200μm Freeform Ribbon™
X – Not Applicable
5 – MPO (Male), 12 Fiber, Low Loss
6 – MPO (Male), 12 Fiber, Std. Loss
7 – MPO (Female), 12 Fiber, Low Loss
8 – MPO (Female), 12 Fiber, Std. Loss
9 – MPO (Male), 24 Fiber, Low Loss
Z – MPO (Male), 24 Fiber, Std. Loss
0 – MPO (Female), 24 Fiber, Low Loss
W – MPO (Female), 24 Fiber, Std. Loss
1 – MTP (Male), 12 Fiber, Low Loss
M – MTP (Male), 12 Fiber, Std. Loss
2 – MTP (Female), 12 Fiber, Low Loss
Y – MTP (Female), 12 Fiber, Std. Loss
4 – MTP (Male), 24 Fiber, Low Loss
P – MTP (Male), 24 Fiber, Std. Loss
3 – MTP (Female), 24 Fiber, Low Loss
N – MTP (Female), 24 Fiber, Std. Loss
L – LC, MM/SM, DX
Q – LC, MM/SM, SX
A – LC, APC, DX
E – LC, APC, SX
V – SC, MM/SM, SX
H – SC, APC, SX
F – FC, MM/SM
C – FC, APC
T – ST, MM/SM
X – Bare End (Open/Blunt)
1U – 1RU
2U – 2RU
4U – 4RU
6U – 6RU (3 x 2RU’s)
If you can’t find the pre-terminated patch panel options you need, please contact Inside Sales team at 800-358-7378 for assistance.

Example: FT – 9 288 X R L X 4U | Part No. is: FT-9288XRLX4U

PrecisionFlex® Pre-Terminated Patch Panel 4RU, 288F, 250μm SM (G.657.A1) Flat Ribbon, LC/UPC to Open

Accessories

Cable Entry Housing

Part NumberPanel SizeCable RangeBraided TubeCompatible Items
FTK-02882RU0.71 – 0.98 in (18 – 25 mm)2FT02L06; FT02H24; FT02L06ST; FT02H24ST
FTK-0576 3RU; 4RU0.787 – 1.02 in (20 – 26 mm)4FT03L09; FT03H36; FT04L12; FT04H48; FT04L12ST; FT04H48ST
FTK-0576-2RU2 x 2RU 0.875 – 1.26 in (22 – 32 mm)4FT02L06; FT02H24; FT02L06ST; FT02H24ST
FTK-08643 x 2RU 0.875 – 1.26 in (22 – 32 mm)6FT02L06; FT02H24; FT02L06ST; FT02H24ST
1RU does not require cable entry housing.

Cable Entry Housing Bridge

Rack UnitDescriptionCompatible Items
FTK-0864-SHORT-BRIDGEA field-transition bridge that extends into another cable entry housing with rack units beneath.FTK-0576-2RU; FTK-0864
FTK-0864-LONG-BRIDGEA field-transition bridge that extends into another cable-entry housing with one rack separation.FTK-0576-2RU; FTK-0864

Features

  • PrecisionFlex® Slide-Out & Angle-Down Panel
  • Pre-Installed Splice Trays and Pigtails
  • Large and Non-abrasive Cable Entry Points
  • Cable Entry Housing Included
  • LC Adapter with Shuttered Adapters
  • Customizable Bulkhead with High-Density Option
  • Factory Installed and Tested in a Clean Environment

Benefits

  • Allows Easy Access to Splicing Area & Back of Bulkhead or Cassette
  • Ready to Be Directly Spliced
  • Secures Cables and Prevent Unwanted Dust
  • Shuttered Adapters Reduce Time of Removing Dust Caps
  • Saves Labor Costs by Ensuring Cleanliness and Reduced Storage and Logistics of Items
  • Durable Frame Protects Fibers