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Optical power distribution

PLC splitter

A planar lightwave circuit splitter divides an optical input among multiple output paths. The split ratio, connector arrangement and package are selected together for distribution boxes, passive networks and equipment assemblies.

  • Single-input, multiple-output configuration
  • Balanced branch selection
  • Fiber tails and connectors identified by port

Configurations

Inquiry choices · custom configurations by drawing

Port layoutSplit arrangementTermination selectionAssembly formatInquiry
1 × 2Two balanced outputsSC / APC or requested interfaceMini / packaged assemblyInquire
1 × 4Four balanced outputsSC / APC or requested interfaceMini / packaged assemblyInquire
1 × 8Eight balanced outputsSC / APC or requested interfaceMini / packaged assemblyInquire
1 × 16Sixteen balanced outputsSC / APC or requested interfaceMini / packaged assemblyInquire
1 × 32Thirty-two balanced outputsSC / APC or requested interfaceMini / packaged assemblyInquire

Specification fields

ParameterConfiguration
TechnologyPlanar lightwave circuit
Port layout1 × N; each output identified
Split selection1 × 2 / 4 / 8 / 16 / 32 inquiry range
Fiber and tailsFiber grade, buffer and lead length
Connector arrangementInput and output connector / polish
Optical acceptancePer-port insertion loss, uniformity, PDL and return loss

Loss limits include the agreed wavelength band and connector condition. Ideal split loss is not the finished device insertion loss.

Product details

Does splitting power add loss?

An equal 1 × N splitter has an ideal split loss of 10 log10(N) dB. Excess loss and connectors add to that value; the finished part has a separate insertion-loss limit.

Which performance values matter besides insertion loss?

Uniformity compares output branches. PDL describes polarization sensitivity; return loss and directivity describe unwanted reflected or reverse paths.

Documents

KernsOptic product configuration information

PDF · KernsOptic

Product configuration sheet

KernsOptic configuration fields and assembly requirements.

PDF · KernsOptic engineering reference

Mini Plc Splitter

Reference values pending Kanghao engineering confirmation. Technical comparison data; final build ratings require a confirmed specification.

Your configuration

Product inquiry

A drawing, configuration or part reference is enough to start. Custom production is normally 4–10 weeks; samples and pilot quantities are quoted.

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