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Limitless adaptability, fully scalable and complete flexibility.
Overview
The C2X chassis is a streamlined bulkhead solution capable
of deploying the Advanced Optical Modules (AOMs).
Available in multiple configurations to use as patch,
patch/splice, pre-terminated or modularly deployed in any mix
of the C2 AOMs. The C2X chassis can provide up to 432 LC
simplex ports in a 4RU panel.
Answering today’s connectivity needs.
The C2X is a robust interconnect or cross-connect solution for any part of the network. This panel is adaptable
to support the user with the answer to any network questions or demands.
C2X cable management features support and organize fiber as it exits the chassis. The design promotes
proper bend radius for fiber up to 3.0 mm, as well as any boot type.
Key Benefits
Adaptable to use in any application
• Mountable in 19" or 23" racks or cabinets
• Capable of deploying all LC or all MPO, up to 3.0 fiber and
long boot adapters
• Fully removable front fiber management bezel
Scalable for migration to 40G, 100G and beyond
• Grow as you go: chassis available separately from modules
• Available in 1RU, 2RU, 3RU and 4RU chassis options
• External or Internal Cable Clamping
Flexibility
• Diverse modular offering via the C2X AOM product line
• Capable of deploying base 8 or base 12 connectivity
• Configured as Bulkhead Patch, Bulkhead Patch and Splice, Pre-Terminated, or Tray/Module based
Fig. 1: C2X 3RU chassis
Fig. 2: C2X open 3RU patch chassis
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Applications
C2X is the most adaptable chassis available that can fit into any application. This chassis is offered in a
configuration with or without the front cable management door. There is also an option when space is limited or
when fiber protection is already provided by a cabinet or enclosure to completely remove the front bezel.
• Headend
• Central office
• Data center
• Edge networks
• Metro networks
• Cell sites
• Access networks
C2X Advanced Optical Modules
The C2X chassis is designed to deploy the C2 AOMs in any mix and configuration. Modules are
interchangeable with the higher density C2E panel in any of the following options:
• Patch only
• Patch and splice
• Pre-terminated
• MPO Base-8, base-12 & base-24
• TAPs
• Splitters
• CWDM & DWDM
Chassis Dimensions
Chassis
Dimensions
1RU
1.75" H x 18.98" W x 13.75" D; depth is 18.50" when front fiber management bezel is added
2RU
3.5" H x 18.98" W x 13.75" D; depth is 18.50" when front fiber management bezel is added
3RU
5.23" H x 18.98" W x 13.75" D; depth is 18.50" when front fiber management bezel is added
4RU
7" H x 18.98" W x 13.75" D; depth is 18.50" when front fiber management bezel is added
* Note: The 1RU chassis is not available in pre-term or bulk splice options. Pre-term and patch/splice available options with AOMs
Chassis Density
Chassis
SC or MPO adapters
Dual Modules
Single Modules
Trays
1RU
48 SC or MPO
4 dual AOMs
8 Single AOMs
4 trays
2RU
96 SC or MPO
8 dual AOMs
16 Single AOMs
8 trays
3RU
144 SC or MPO
12 dual AOMs
24 Single AOMs
12 trays
4RU
216 SC or MPO
16 dual AOMs
32 Single AOMs
16 trays
Fig. 3: C2X 3RU chassis
Fig. 4: Dual AOMs