Tripp Lite N482-3M8-LC12 40GB to 10GB Breakout Fiber Cassette: High-Density Network Solution
The Tripp Lite N482-3M8-LC12 is a professional-grade 40GB to 10GB breakout fiber cassette designed for high-density network applications. This innovative optical fiber solution enables seamless connectivity between 12 LC duplex fiber cables and three 8-fiber MTP/MPO connections, making it ideal for data centers and enterprise networks requiring efficient 40GB to 10GB conversion.
Advanced Connectivity Features for High-Performance Networks
This high-density fiber cassette is specifically engineered to work with Tripp Lite's N482-01U and N482-02U chassis systems. Supporting both 10GB and 40GB network equipment, it offers exceptional flexibility for modern network infrastructures. The cassette features Type B MTP/MPO key-up to key-up adapters and achieves a remarkable maximum insertion loss of just 0.35 dB, well within the IEEE 802.3ae specifications.
Scalable Installation Options
Network administrators can maximize their infrastructure with multiple installation options:
- Install up to 5 cassettes in the N482-01U 1U chassis
- Accommodate up to 14 cassettes in the N482-02U 2U chassis
- Tool-free installation with secure retention clips
Technical Specifications and Standards Compliance
- Supports 40 GbE internally using OM4 fiber optic cable
- 15 total ports (3 x MTP, 12 x LC Duplex)
- Compliant with IEEE 802.3ae(10 GbE) and ANSI T11.2(Fibre Channel)
- RoHS-certified environmentally friendly design
- Lifetime warranty protection
Optimal Performance for QSFP Fabric Switches
The N482-3M8-LC12 is perfectly suited for QSFP fabric switches utilizing eight out of 12 available MTP fibers for four-lane parallel optics to 40GB. This configuration enables full utilization of all 12 LC duplex cassette ports, maximizing network efficiency and performance. Factory-terminated connectors ensure quick installation and reliable connectivity, while integrated dust caps protect unused ports from contamination.
Applications and Usage Scenarios
This versatile breakout cassette is ideal for:
- High-density data center deployments
- Enterprise network infrastructure
- Optical network implementations
- 10GB to 40GB network transitions
- Scalable networking solutions