Rack-Mounted Optical Cable Terminal Box

The Rack Mounted Optical Cable Terminal Box is a metal enclosure used for fiber cable management in rack systems. It enables fiber splicing, termination, and patching in a single compact unit. With options for sliding, fixed, or modular tray designs, it supports high-density patching and organized cable routing. Typically installed in 19″ or ETSI standard racks, it is compatible with various adapters and splice trays.

1. Structure & Design

• Mounting Style:

  • • 19-inch rack mount, compatible with standard telecom or data racks

    • 1U / 2U / 4U height options, depending on port capacity

• Material:

  • • High-quality cold-rolled steel or aluminum alloy

    • Surface finish: powder-coated, anti-rust, anti-corrosion

• Design Options:

  • • Fixed type, sliding tray type, or modular drawer type

    • Front/rear access available for ease of maintenance

• Capacity:

  • • Supports 12 to 96 fiber cores depending on size and adapter layout

    • Fits various adapters: SC, LC, ST, FC (UPC/APC)

    • Optional splitters or WDM modules can be integrated

• Cable Entry:

  • • Rear cable entry ports with rubber grommets or cable glands

    • Equipped with cable fixing units and protection rings

• Accessories Included:

• • • Splice trays, fiber routing guides, cable ties, adapter plates, protective sleeves

2. Applications

• Optical distribution frames (ODFs)
• Central offices and data centers
• FTTH / FTTB / FTTX access networks
• Campus and enterprise LANs
• Backbone and distribution cable management
• Telecom room or server rack integration

3. Advantages

• High-density fiber management in a compact rack-mounted format
• Sliding tray design offers easy access for splicing and patching
• Durable and corrosion-resistant enclosure for long service life
• Supports multiple connector types and flexible port configurations
• Neat cable routing and protection for improved reliability
• Optional preloaded with adapters, pigtails, or splitters for plug-and-play installation

4. FAQs

• Q1: What’s the maximum number of fibers this terminal box supports?
  Depending on size, it can support 12 to 96 cores, and up to 144 cores in high-density 4U designs.
• Q2: Can I use this box for both splicing and patching?
  Yes. It’s designed to handle fusion splicing + adapter-based patching in the same unit.
• Q3: Do you offer pre-assembled versions with adapters and pigtails?
  Yes. We can pre-load adapters, pigtails, and splice trays to your specifications.
• Q4: Is the tray removable or sliding?
  We offer fixed, removable, and sliding tray versions—customizable to your needs.
• Q5: What type of fiber connectors are supported?
  Supports SC, LC, FC, ST connectors (UPC/APC), depending on the adapter panel configuration.