Fiber Distribution Hardware

GatorPatch

Fiber Connections’ GatorPatch™ is a factory terminated patch panel that is compact, durable and secure. Its simple plug in and play design eliminates the need for site terminations - resulting in fast, cost effective installations. The rugged, modular design of the GatorPatch is especially suitable for ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) and DOT applications.

GatorPatch is available with any multimode or single-mode fiber and with ST, SC or LC connectors. The tail end of the assembly can be pre-terminated with an MTP® connector/adapter combination for fast and reliable connectivity, or it can be left as a pigtail and ready to splice into your existing fiber plant. The GatorPatch™ easily mounts on a variety of hardware devices such as wall mount boxes, outdoor enclosures and power poles. Its rugged modular construction allows for reconfigurations, additions, moves, and changes to be completed with greater ease and in less time than traditional, rack or wall mounted enclosures.

Features:

• Fast, Easy Installation – minimizes installation costs
• Pre-terminated and tested eliminates on site termination and testing
• Rugged Construction mounts almost anywhere
• Durable and Secure
• Epoxy filled for ultimate rodent protection
• ROHS compliant

"The Gatorpatches are better than sliced bread. I plan on using them for the rest of our fiber projects." J. R., Traffic Supervisor, Lawrence KS    

"We have 30 GatorPatches in Tempe and about 165 on theLight Rail Project. There have been no failures..." Jim, City of Tempe, AZ            

Learn More - GatorPatch Data Sheet

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Rack Mounted Enclosure

Fiber Connections’ Rack Mount Housings are suitable for any cable design and can be used with either Fiber Distribution Modules (FDMs) or standard adapter plates. The Rack Mount Enclosures are available in 1U, 2U and 4U rack space versions and fit into a standard 19” equipment rack or cabinet.
1U Enclosure - holds 2, 5” FDMs or Adapter Plates
4U Enclosure– hold up to 12, 5” FDMs or Adapter Plates

The panels are fabricated from sheet steel (4U) or powder coated aluminum. Hardware is durable and easy to snap into place. Rear openings on closed panels are equipped with grommets to protect cables and units have appropriate cable management features.

• Fast and easy installation - minimize installation labor costs and lead time
• FDMs and adapter plates mounted with twist lock fasteners - fast set-up and changes
• Easy access to front and rear connectors for cable attachment
• Easily access the connectors for cleaning and reconfiguration
• Large, sturdy slack management brackets
• ROHS compliant

Wall or Ceiling Mounted Enclosure

Fiber Connections’ Wall and Ceiling Mounted Fiber Optic Housings are ideal for telecommunications closets where rack space is not available. The enclosures provide easy access and installation for Fiber Distribution Modules (FDM) or standard adapter panels. Units can accommodate both loose tube and tight buffered cable and, with the pre-terminated FDMs, installation time can be kept to a minimum.

Wall Mounted enclosures are constructed from sheet steel or aluminum with a robust black powder coat with a lightly textured finish. Ceiling Mounted enclosures are available in a white finish suitable to replace a ceiling tile. An optional locking kit is available for extra security on wall mounted housings.

• Lockable for added security
• Identification Label - Facilitates location of specific cables quickly and easily
• Available Preloaded - Installs quickly with few tools
• Cable Entry with grommets - Protects cables from damage
• Internal Cable Management
• ROHS compliant

Fiber Distribution Modules - FDMs

Fiber Distribution Modules save time and money by reducing field termination time by up to 90%. The simple “plug in and play” feature of Fiber Connections’ 5” Fiber Distribution Modules (FDMs) eliminates the need for on-site termination of fiber optic cables.
Our FDMs are designed to provide a compact and secure modular cabling system that is compatible with our 1U and 4U Rack Mount Housings and our Wall Mount Housings. The MTP® connector is located on the rear of each module for easy access when using pre-terminated MTP® Cable Assemblies.
FDMs are available with any standard 50/125µm, 62.5/125µm and single mode fiber. We offer standard SC, LC, MTRJ, FC and ST front panel adapters.

• Distribute MTP® trunk cables to your choice of single fiber connectors
• Multimode and Single mode available
• Fast and easy to install - Minimize installation cost
• Modular - Capacity can be added as needed
• Compact - Up to 48 fibers in a 1U panel, up to 288 in a 4U panel
• Flexible - Easily change connector types and system configurations
• Pre-tested - Guarantees low loss

Zone Distribution Box

An integral part of our PoE extension options, the zone box provides for mid-span fiber management and PoE injection. The Zone Box can be configured with a variety of options including with a power supply, media converter modules and fiber patch panels. The Zone box can be powered locally or remotely, depending on your network requirements and access to power outlets.

The Zone Box is added to a Chameleon system configuration when there is a need to extend network distances with fiber backbone cables or when fiber needs to be distributed to a larger number of remote locations. It is also used as a mid-span PoE injector, allowing PoE to be taken to GatorLink units that are up to 300 meters from the Zone Box.

Splice Panels

Swing-out, rack-mounted Splice Panels are designed to accommodate the splicing of pigtails to incoming fiber. Splice panels fit in any standard 19” equipment rack and can be equipped with any fiber optic adapter style.

• Fast and easy installation in an equipment rack
• FDMs and adapter plates mounted with simple twist lock fasteners
• Fast set-up and changes to system configurations
• Easily access the connectors for cleaning and reconfiguration
• Splice trays easily removed and re-attached
• Holds up to 24 splices

Adapter Plates

Fiber Connections’ Adapter Plates facilitate the on-site termination of fiber optic cables by providing an easy connection point for patching cabled fibers within fiber distribution hardware.
Adapter plates facilitate a compact and flexible transition between trunk cables and equipment interconnection/patching. The adapter plates are compatible with all of Fiber Connections’ rack and wall mounted enclosures.
Adapter plates are available in any standard fiber optic adapter and come in 6, 12 and 24 fiber versions (24f is for duplex LC only). Custom adapter plates are available – contact us with your requirements.

• Easy, snap in installation
• Available with any industry standard adapter
• Up to 24f on one 5” panel
• Modular design – easy to add and change
• Use with any Fiber Connections Rack or Wall mount enclosure