Description
The Eaton N48LSM-16X16 Spine-Leaf MPO Panel is a high-performance 1U rackmount fiber solution designed for data centers utilizing spine-and-leaf network architecture. It eliminates the need for traditional MTP/MPO-to-LC cross-connects, reducing rack clutter and simplifying cabling infrastructure. Featuring 32 Elite MTP/MPO-PC male ports—16 spine ports on the front and 16 leaf ports on the rear—this all-in-one solution delivers high-bandwidth, low-latency connections for modern data networks.
Built from durable aluminum, the N48LSM-16X16 provides efficient cable management on both front and rear ends, ensuring clean, organized installations in EIA-standard 19-inch racks. Supporting OM4 multimode fiber, it accommodates speeds of 40G, 100G, and up to 400G, making it ideal for scalable, high-density environments.
With RoHS, CE, and REACH compliance, and backed by a lifetime limited warranty, Eaton’s N48LSM-16X16 delivers reliability, efficiency, and superior performance for mission-critical networking applications.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | N48LSM-16X16 |
| Product Type | Spine-Leaf MPO Panel |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Ports | 32 total (16 front spine ports, 16 rear leaf ports) |
| Connector Type | 12F MTP/MPO-PC (Male) |
| Optical Mode | OM4 Multimode |
| Core/Clad Diameter | 50/125 microns |
| Endface Polish | PC |
| Network Compatibility | 40 Gbps / 100 Gbps / 400 Gbps |
| Wavelengths Supported | 850 nm, 1300 nm |
| Insertion Loss | 0.35 dB |
| Attenuation @ 850nm / 1300nm | 3.0 dB/km / 1.0 dB/km |
| Operating Temperature | -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) |
| Humidity Range | 5% – 85% RH (non-condensing) |
| Panel Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.56 x 14.76 in |
| Shipping Dimensions (H x W x D) | 3.60 x 15.00 x 20.90 in |
| Shipping Weight | 7.60 lbs |
| Color | Black with gray connectors |
| Compliance | RoHS, CE (Europe), REACH |
| Warranty | Lifetime limited warranty |
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