Tripp Lite N482-01U

Overview

The Tripp Lite N482-01U is a 1U rack enclosure designed to consolidate up to five high-density fiber cassettes within a single rack space. It supports up to 60 Duplex LC ports, enabling as many as 120 fiber connections without expanding beyond one rack unit. This enclosure is ideal for data centers, enterprise wiring closets, and colocation sites where maximizing rack space is critical. Its robust steel construction and flexible design accommodate current and future high-speed networking equipment operating at 10 Gb, 40 Gb, and up to 120 Gb speeds.

Key features

• Compact 1U form factor fits any standard 19-inch rack, saving valuable cabinet space
• Supports up to five high-density fiber cassettes, allowing efficient fiber consolidation
• Tool-free cassette installation with push and pull tabs simplifies maintenance and upgrades
• Fold-down front door protects fiber connectors from dust and accidental damage while allowing quick access
• Front door can be fully removed for continuous access during intensive work periods
• Optional rear cable management bracket helps organize patch cords and reduces strain on fiber terminations
• Steel housing provides durability to withstand frequent moves, adds, and changes in busy network environments
• Designed to support high-speed network migrations without needing enclosure replacement

Key specs

• Rack units: 1U
• Rack compatibility: Standard 19-inch racks
• Fiber cassette capacity: Up to 5 high-density cassettes
• Fiber ports: Up to 60 Duplex LC ports (120 fiber connections)
• Material: Steel chassis
• Supported network speeds: 10 Gb, 40 Gb, 100 Gb, and 120 Gb

Connectivity and compatibility

This enclosure is compatible with a wide range of high-density fiber cassettes that use Duplex LC connectors, making it suitable for various fiber optic network setups. It integrates seamlessly into existing 19-inch rack infrastructures, whether in new installations or expansions. The design supports high-speed fiber optic standards, ensuring compatibility with current and future network equipment.

Installation and setup

Installation is straightforward and tool-free, with cassettes sliding in and out easily using push and pull tabs that lock securely in place. The fold-down front door provides quick access to fiber connections and can be removed entirely if constant access is needed. An optional rear cable management bracket is available to keep patch cords neatly routed and reduce stress on fiber terminations, simplifying cable management in dense network environments.

Ideal uses and environments

This enclosure is well suited to environments where rack space is limited but high fiber density is required, such as data centers, enterprise wiring closets, and colocation facilities. It supports network engineers planning phased upgrades to faster speeds, allowing them to maintain the same enclosure while migrating to 10 Gb, 40 Gb, or even 100 and 120 Gb equipment. Its durable steel construction and flexible design make it a reliable choice for busy network operations that require frequent changes and expansions.

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