Product range PLC splitters
PLC fiber optic splitters, 1×2 to 1×64
A PLC (planar lightwave circuit) splitter divides the light from one or two input fibers evenly across 2 to 64 outputs, over the whole 1260–1650 nm band, so one part serves GPON, XGS-PON and RF video. ZeroLine Connect supplies PLC splitters from Optics Valley makers in every common package, from bare fiber to 19-inch rack, with SC, LC or FC connectors, and ships each one with insertion loss measured on every port.
- Split ratios, plus 2×4 to 2×64
- 1×2 – 1×64
- One splitter for GPON, XGS-PON and video
- 1260–1650 nm
- Typical maximum loss of a 1×32, connectors included
- ≤ 17.1 dB
- Insertion loss measured on every port
- Per port
Specification
PLC splitter types by package
PLC fiber optic splitters 1×2 to 1×64 and 2×4 to 2×64: bare, blockless, ABS box, LGX cassette and rack.
Package
- Bare fiber
- Blockless (steel tube)
- ABS box
- LGX cassette
- 19-inch rack
- FBT (fused) splitter
| Package | Construction | Ratios | Where it goes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bare fiber | Chip in a small steel tube, 250 µm fibers, no connectors | 1×2 – 1×64 | Spliced into the tray of a closure or cabinet |
| Blockless (steel tube) | Steel tube with 0.9 mm pigtails, with or without connectors | 1×2 – 1×64, 2×4 – 2×64 | Splice closures, fiber access terminals, small boxes |
| ABS box | Plastic box with 2.0 mm pigtails, with or without connectors | 1×2 – 1×64, 2×4 – 2×64 | Cabinets, wall boxes, ODF trays |
| LGX cassette | Cassette with adapters on the front panel | 1×2 – 1×32, 2×4 – 2×32 | Fiber distribution hubs and rack chassis |
| 19-inch rack | Rack-mount chassis with adapters on the front panel | 1×N and 2×N | Central offices and head ends |
| FBT (fused) splitter | Fused fibers, not a planar chip | Unequal ratios 1/99 to 50/50 | Taps and uneven splits |
| Ratio | Max. insertion loss | Max. uniformity | Ideal split loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1×2 | ≤ 4.1 dB | < 0.4 dB | 3.0 dB |
| 1×4 | ≤ 7.4 dB | < 0.8 dB | 6.0 dB |
| 1×8 | ≤ 10.5 dB | < 0.8 dB | 9.0 dB |
| 1×16 | ≤ 13.8 dB | < 1.2 dB | 12.0 dB |
| 1×32 | ≤ 17.1 dB | < 1.2 dB | 15.1 dB |
| 1×64 | ≤ 20.4 dB | < 1.5 dB | 18.1 dB |
| 2×4 | ≤ 7.7 dB | < 0.8 dB | 6.0 dB |
| 2×8 | ≤ 10.8 dB | < 0.8 dB | 9.0 dB |
| 2×16 | ≤ 14.1 dB | < 1.2 dB | 12.0 dB |
| 2×32 | ≤ 17.4 dB | < 1.5 dB | 15.1 dB |
Typical maxima from an Optics Valley maker’s catalogue, measured at 1310, 1490 and 1550 nm at room temperature with connectors. Ideal split loss is 10 × log10(outputs); the difference is excess loss. Each splitter we ship comes with measured values for every port.
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Operating wavelength | 1260–1650 nm |
| Polarization-dependent loss (PDL) | ≤ 0.3 dB |
| Wavelength-dependent loss (WDL) | < 0.8 dB up to 1×16 and 2×16; < 1.0 dB for 1×32 to 1×64 |
| Return loss | > 55 dB without connectors; > 50 dB with UPC connectors |
| Directivity | > 55 dB |
| Maximum input power | > 300 mW |
| Operating and storage temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
| Storage humidity | 20–95 % RH |
| Fiber | G.657.A single-mode |
| Qualification standards | Telcordia GR-1209-CORE and GR-1221-CORE |
Typical datasheet values from an Optics Valley maker. Your offer states the values of the splitter supplied, and the maker’s datasheet ships with the order.
| Ratio | Max. loss, low leg | Max. loss, high leg |
|---|---|---|
| 50/50 | ≤ 4.0 dB | ≤ 4.0 dB |
| 30/70 | ≤ 6.7 dB | ≤ 2.5 dB |
| 20/80 | ≤ 8.8 dB | ≤ 1.8 dB |
| 10/90 | ≤ 11.5 dB | ≤ 1.25 dB |
| 5/95 | ≤ 14.8 dB | ≤ 0.9 dB |
| 1/99 | ≤ 22.7 dB | ≤ 0.75 dB |
Typical maxima without connectors, from the same catalogue; PDL ≤ 0.2 dB.
| Item | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Ratio and inputs (1×N or 2×N) | Sets the loss in your budget; 2×N adds a second input for a protection path or a second OLT |
| Package | Must fit the closure, terminal, cabinet or rack it goes into |
| Pigtail: fiber, diameter and length | G.657.A1 or A2; 0.9 mm or 2.0 mm; lengths to reach the adapters or splice tray |
| Connectors | SC/APC is the usual PON choice; SC/UPC, LC/APC, LC/UPC and FC on request |
| Port labels and packing | Labels to your scheme; packing per cabinet or per street speeds up the build |
Options
- Ratios 1×2 to 1×64 and 2×4 to 2×64
- Bare, blockless, ABS box, LGX cassette or 19-inch rack package
- SC, LC or FC connectors, APC or UPC, and pigtail lengths to your design
- Your port labels and packing per cabinet
Tests and documents with every order
- Insertion loss and uniformity measured on every port
- Maker’s datasheet with every lot
- Sample approval before volume
- Pre-shipment inspection by ZeroLine
Terms
Ordering, testing and delivery
Typical terms. Your offer states the exact terms for your order.
- Minimum order
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One drum of cable, one reel of fiber or one carton of passive components. Mixed BOMs are welcome. Samples for evaluation typically ship in 1–3 weeks.
- Lead time
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Stock items 5–10 working days. Made-to-order cable typically 2–4 weeks. Large framework lots ship on the agreed rollout schedule. Fiber prices moved sharply in 2026, so every cable offer states how long its price holds next to the lead time.
Fiber and cable prices in 2026 - Test reports
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OTDR data for every drum of cable, insertion and return loss for every connectorised assembly, loss and uniformity reports for splitters, and our pre-shipment inspection report. Third-party pre-shipment inspection on request, at the buyer’s cost.
- Labelling and packing
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Drum and carton labels to your scheme: project, lot, route or rack. Export cartons, and wooden or plywood drums for cable.
- Payment
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T/T with 30% deposit and 70% before shipment, or L/C at sight. Rollouts can run under a framework agreement with staged lots.
Payment terms and trade finance - Delivery
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FOB Wuhan or Shanghai, CIF to your port, or door delivery where available. Goods from other ZeroLine lines ship in the same consignment when that saves freight.
Shipping and compliance
Keep reading
Guides, solutions and services
- Splitter loss calculator Compare PLC ratios, FBT legs and two-stage cascades against your optical budget.
- Fiber loss calculator Add fiber, splitters, connections and splices for a whole PON link.
- PLC splitter ratios and the GPON loss budget: a worked example How to check whether a 1×32 or 1×64 split fits your GPON optical budget: splitter loss, fiber, connectors and splices added up, with a worked example and the class B+ and C+ limits.
- How to send an FTTH bill of materials for a fast, accurate quote The fields that let a supplier quote an FTTH or fiber-network BOM in days instead of weeks: item, specification, quantity, unit, standard, packaging and delivery plan, with an example.
- Pre-terminated fiber optic cable: types, specs and how to order What pre-terminated (factory-terminated) fiber optic cable is, the indoor, outdoor and FTTH types, its insertion loss against field termination, and what to state when you order it.
- Telecom and FTTx networks Everything between the central office and the home, delivered to your rollout plan.
- Data centers Structured cabling, optics and backup power from one source.
- Fiber-optic cable plants Make optical cable and patch cords in your own country.
- Inspection and test reports Factory tests and our pre-shipment inspection on every lot.
FAQ
PLC splitters: questions buyers ask
PLC or FBT splitter?
A PLC splitter splits evenly across the whole 1260–1650 nm band and stays small at high port counts, so it is the usual choice for PON from 1×4 upwards. FBT (fused) splitters are used for 1×2 and for unequal ratios such as 10/90 taps, which a PLC chip does not offer.
How much loss does a 1×8 or 1×32 splitter add?
At typical maxima with connectors, a 1×8 adds up to 10.5 dB and a 1×32 up to 17.1 dB. The ideal split alone is 9.0 and 15.1 dB; the rest is excess loss in the chip and connectors. Check the total against your OLT and ONT class with the splitter loss calculator.
Which package should I choose?
Use bare or blockless splitters where you splice, in closures and fiber access terminals. Use an ABS box in cabinets and wall boxes. Use LGX cassettes or rack shelves in distribution hubs and central offices, where ports are patched and changed.
What do GR-1209 and GR-1221 mean on a datasheet?
They are Telcordia’s generic requirements for passive optical components: GR-1209-CORE covers performance such as loss and uniformity, and GR-1221-CORE covers reliability tests such as damp heat and temperature cycling. Ask for the qualification report with the datasheet.
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