Tripp Lite N482-02U

Overview

The Tripp Lite N482-02U is a 2U rack enclosure designed to organize and consolidate a large number of fiber connections in a compact space. It fits into a standard 19-inch rack and supports up to fourteen high-density fiber cassettes, enabling up to 168 Duplex LC ports or 336 individual fiber connections. This makes it an excellent solution for data centers, enterprise wiring closets, and telecom rooms that require efficient fiber management while preserving valuable rack space.

Its sturdy steel construction ensures durability and stability in demanding environments, while the fold-down front door protects connectors and allows easy access for maintenance. The enclosure’s design supports tool-less cassette installation and removal, simplifying upgrades and minimizing downtime.

Key features

• Compact 2U size that maximizes rack space for other critical equipment
• Capacity for fourteen high-density fiber cassettes to centralize fiber connections
• Fold-down front door that protects fiber connectors and can be fully removed for unobstructed access
• Tool-less push/pull tabs on cassettes for quick installation and removal without disrupting adjacent connections
• Optional rear cable management bracket to organize fiber trunks and jumpers, maintaining airflow and simplifying troubleshooting
• Durable steel enclosure built to withstand the rigors of busy network racks

Key specs

• Rack units: 2U
• Rack compatibility: Standard 19-inch rack
• Fiber cassette capacity: 14 high-density cassettes
• Port capacity: Up to 168 Duplex LC ports or 336 individual fiber connections
• Enclosure material: Steel
• Front door: Fold-down and removable

Connectivity and compatibility

This enclosure is designed to support high-density fiber optic connections, making it suitable for networks migrating to 10 Gb, 40 Gb, or 100/120 Gb links. It works well in environments where consolidating fiber runs into a single rack unit is critical for space efficiency and cable management. The optional rear bracket helps maintain organized cabling, which is essential for maintaining network performance and ease of maintenance.

Ideal uses and environments

The N482-02U fits well in data centers, colocation facilities, enterprise wiring closets, and telecom rooms that require high-density fiber management. It is particularly useful for network professionals managing growing bandwidth demands and looking to optimize rack space without sacrificing accessibility or reliability. This enclosure supports scalable network infrastructures and helps maintain clean, manageable fiber installations in busy rack environments.

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