OCC1 Splitters

Single-mode Planar and Fused Fiber-Optic Splitters

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Passive optical components can have a significant impact on the efficiency of communication network roll-outs. The incorporation of fiber-optic splitters reduces the amount of fibers in the network, decreasing both the footprint and investment cost of network roll-outs. In existing networks, these components allow capacity upgrades at a relatively low cost without additional construction works. Adding components that monitor the network

without disturbing any other signals reduces operation expenses.

Single-mode wideband couplers/splitters are branching devices used to split and combine light.

CommScope offers wideband couplers/splitters in a wide range of styles, sizes and split ratios.

The OCC1 product range consists of splitters based on planar lightwave circuit (PLC) and fused biconic tapered (FBT) technologies. FBT splitters (OCC1A) are only used for the 1:2 and 2:2 split ratios (including those that are asymmetric). PLC is standard for all higher split ratios. 

The splitters are packaged in a compact housing with different dimensions for 250 μm leads (CommScope housing A) and 900 μm leads (CommScope housing B). The 900 μm version can be connectorized.

CommScope also offers OCC1 splitters pre-mounted in a field-installable holder; snaps on the holder

allow easy, fast installation in FOSC trays and TENIO closures.