288 Port Rack Mount Fiber Patch Panel RM-288
RM-288
288 Port Rack Mount Fiber Patch Panel
OptoSpan's Select RM-288 Rack Mount Termination and Splicing Enclosures provide a convenient, secure and organized housing for fiber optic connections and terminations, as well as a central point for splicing fiber optic cables for data center and telecom applications. The RM-288 Rack mount fiber enclosures are frequently employed in a diverse range of applications, including data centers, telecommunication rooms and enterprise networks. These Rack mount fiber termination enclosures are crucial to keeping fiber optic networks running smoothly and efficiently because of the roles they play in organizing and safeguarding fiber optic connections.
This RM-288 patch panel has two sections for fiber optic cable entry and exit. It can be pre-configured with up to 24 MTP-LC cassettes, up to 288 pass-through LC, SC, ST, or FC ports, and up to 144 fiber splicing capacity. This rack-mounted patch panel includes cable management accessories, including cable ties, cable clips, and a grid label sticker, to support and organize cables, thereby reducing the risk of damage or tangling. Splice trays, pigtails, and multi-fiber (MTP/MPO) cables are available as optional accessories and can be pre-configured for use with this panel.
Exclusive Feature
IP5x Rated LC Adapter Panels with Automated Dust Shield
This panel features OptoSpan's exclusive LC Adapter Panels with an IP5x complaint 100% automated dust shield to keep the LC connectors clean and prevent network failures. No Dust Caps Required!
“The leading cause of packet corruption and link downtime in the fiber optic network are the contaminated connectors.”
Key Features and Benefits
Compact Design | 6 rack-unit 10.5” high (6U) |
Splice and Termination Enclosure | Flexibility of cable termination or splicing in a single panel |
Modular Design for up to 3 Cassettes, Adapter Panels or Splice Trays | Offers a compact, flexible, and modular solution for a variety of pre-terminated cables |
Compatible with full line of OptoSpan HD Series Cassettes and Adapter Panels | Choose from the OptoSpan HD Series modules, such as (24) MTP-LC cassettes, (24) 12F/24F pass-through LC, SC, ST, or FC adapter panels, or (6) Splice Trays |
Compatible with OptoSpan Armored and Non-Armored Cables | Simple to integrate this panel with SteelFlex and SteelPatch Armored and Non-Armored cables, enabling reliable networks |
Flexible Rack Mounting | Includes reversible brackets for mounting in both 19" and 23" racks |
16 Gauge CRS (Steel) Body with Black Powder Coat | For durable, dependable, and robust fiber optic network |
20 Gauge Aluminum Splice Trays | Rugged splice chip that is pre-installed and ready for fusion, mechanical, or ribbon splicing |
Mounting Options | 19” sliding mounting brackets flush mount to 5” projection |
Easy Access to Cables/Adapters | Front and rear access |
Spacious Interior Sections | Facilitates field access and installation |
Secure Cable Management | Allows for the connection of cables from the front, rear, top, or bottom. The front door and back cover can be easily detached. |
Included Cable Management Accessories | Improve the identification and upkeep of cables and connectors |
Turn-key Pre Installed Option | To save time in the field, panels can be delivered pre-installed with MTP-LC cassettes, adapter panels, pigtails, or cable glands |
Made in USA | Made in the USA from the highest quality components to assure years of dependable use |
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: | 10.5" H x 17" W x 12" D (16lbs) |
Maximum Capacity: | |
MTP-LC Cassettes: | Qty. 24 (12F/24F) High Density MTP-LC Cassettes |
Termination (Pass-through): | Qty. 24 (12F/24F) High Density Series Adapter Panels MPO, LC SC, ST, FC pass through options available |
Splicing: | Qty. 6 (12F/24F) 10” Splice Trays |
Splice Trays
OptoSpan RM Series Panel Specications and Max Capacity | Pre-Terminated Fiber Cable Compatibility with RM Series Panels | ||||||||
Model | # Slots | Max. Fibers | # HD Series Cassettes | # HD Series Adapter Panels | # Splice Trays | SteelFlex- Armored | SteelPatch Armored | MTP/MPO 12F - 144F | Breakout LC/SC/ST/FC |
Incl. | Incl. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | |
RM-36 | 3 | 72 | 3 | 3 | 3/12F | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
RM-72 | 6 | 144 | 6 | 6 | 4/24F | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
RM-144 | 12 | 288 | 12 | 12 | 6/24F | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
RM-288 | 24 | 576 | 24 | 24 | 6/24F | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Ordering Information
Models:
RM-288-S: Preconfigured for 288F Splicing Option. Includes Qty. 24 12F splice trays. Pigtails and Adapter panels sold separately.
RM-288-P: Preconfigured for installation of up to two OptoSpan High Density Series Adapter Panels. Adapter panels sold separately.
RM-288-D: Preconfigured for installation of up to Twelve 24F OptoSpan High Density Series MTP-LC Cassette. MTP-LC Cassettes sold separately.
Accessories:
RM-288-SK – Splice kit for OptoSpan RM-288 Series Enclosures. Includes Qty. 24 - 12F S9 splice trays. Pigtails and Adapter panels sold separately.
RM-288-PM – Pole-mount kit for OptoSpan RM-288 Series Enclosures
Quality and Engineering Excellence
By utilizing our proprietary manufacturing process developed over 15 years of experience, we are able to produce higher performance products using the same components, hence lowering the cost to our clients. OptoSpan cables are made in a Class 10,000 (ISO14644-1, ISO7) clean room facility, which eliminates the potential of end face contamination.
Quality Management Systems
- ISO 9001: 2008
- TL9000 (Ver. 5)
Standards Compliance
- Telcordia GR-326 Core
- TIA-604-18: FOCIS 18
- IEC 61754-7-3:2019
- US Conec® owns the registered trademarks PRIZM LightTurn®, MTP® and MTP Elite®.