Tripp Lite N48K-15M8L60-B

Overview

The Tripp Lite N48K-15M8L60-B is a 1U fiber breakout patch panel designed to convert each 40 Gb or 100 Gb QSFP port into four separate 10 Gb or 25 Gb LC links. It features 15 internal MTP connectors that fan out to 60 LC duplex OM4 multimode ports, providing high-density connectivity for modern data centers and server rooms. This panel supports Base 8 wiring to maximize fiber utilization and reduce unused ports, making cable management more efficient and straightforward.

Key features

• Breaks out 40 Gb QSFP+ ports into four 10 Gb SFP+ links and 100 Gb QSFP28 ports into four 25 Gb SFP28 links, enabling flexible network upgrades.
• Hardwired cassettes reduce insertion loss by approximately 30 percent compared to modular designs, allowing longer duplex link distances without additional repeaters.
• Magenta OM4 cabling provides quick visual identification of multimode fiber runs, minimizing errors during maintenance and changes.
• Fold-down front panel protects fiber connectors and offers ample space for labeling, simplifying installation and ongoing management.
• Compact 1U chassis fits standard 19-inch racks, making it easy to integrate into existing network infrastructure.
• Base 8 wiring scheme ensures every fiber is actively used, improving efficiency and reducing wasted capacity.

Key specs

• Fiber type: OM4 50/125 multimode
• Ports: 15 MTP QSFP inputs to 60 LC duplex outputs
• Breakout ratios: 40 Gb to 4 x 10 Gb, 100 Gb to 4 x 25 Gb
• Chassis size: 1 rack unit (1U)
• Connector type: MTP to LC duplex
• Wiring scheme: Base 8
• Color coding: Magenta for OM4 multimode fiber

Connectivity and compatibility

This patch panel supports QSFP+ 40GBASE-SR4 to SFP+ 10GBASE-SR and QSFP28 100GBASE-SR4 to SFP28 25GBASE-SR breakout applications, making it compatible with a wide range of modern switches and transceivers. It is well suited for enterprise data centers, campus distribution frames, and colocation environments where multiple generations of equipment coexist. The Base 8 wiring and hardwired cassettes ensure reliable, low-loss connections that maintain signal integrity across your fiber network.

Installation and setup

Designed for easy installation in any standard 19-inch rack, the panel’s fold-down front door protects delicate fiber connectors during setup and maintenance. The front panel also provides space for clear labeling, helping network teams quickly identify and manage fiber runs. The hardwired design reduces complexity and insertion loss, while the Base 8 wiring scheme simplifies fiber mapping and avoids unused fibers, streamlining moves, adds, and changes.

Ideal uses and environments

This breakout patch panel is a strong choice for network teams managing high-density fiber environments that require efficient breakout from high-speed QSFP ports to multiple lower-speed LC connections. It fits well in enterprise data centers and campus networks where scalability and clear upgrade paths are essential. The panel’s design supports evolving network speeds and helps maintain organized, low-loss fiber infrastructure in demanding professional settings.

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