BC-4
Features
- Up to 4 channels to be combined/separated with a 20 nm wavelength spacing based around the ITU G.694.2 grid specifications
- Support bidirectional fiber links
- Increases capacity on existing fibre optic networks
- Can be used to combine the CWDM wavelengths passing to/from a CWDM mux onto a single fibre
- Fits into a single slot in any of the BC Series rack-mounting frames
BC-4
Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexer/Demultiplexer
Description
The BC-4 is a passive device designed for the multiplexing or demultiplexing of up to four optical wavelengths onto or from a singlemode fibre optic cable. Each unit supports 4 channels with 20 nm wavelength spacing, based on the ITU G.694.2 grid specifications. By adding additional BC-4 or BC-8 cards, the system can transmit up to 16 independent wavelengths over a single fibre, providing a highly cost-effective solution for system designers working with third-party leased fibres or in Outside Broadcast (OB) applications.
For installation, the BC-4 can be housed in a rack-mounted frame or as a standalone unit. In a rack-mounted setup, it occupies a single slot in the BC100-3RU (15-slot) or BC160-1RU (6-slot) 19″ frame. For standalone applications, the BC-4 can be installed in rugged enclosures such as the BC101 (single-slot), BC102 (dual-slot), or BC120 (triple-slot), providing flexibility for diverse installation needs.
For systems requiring less/more capacity, the BC Series also includes the BC-2, (2-channel version) and BC-8 (8-channel version).
Schematic Diagram
Specifications
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Downloads
| Title | Description | Date | Download |
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| BC-4 Datasheet | Datasheet PDF | Download |
Ordering Information
| 1 slot devices | |
| BC-4/CWDM/LC – Option A | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1510/1530/1550/1570 nm |
| BC-4/CWDM/LC – Option B | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1470/1490/1590/1610 nm |
| BC-4/CWDM/LC – Option C | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1270/1290/1310/1330 nm |
| BC-4/CWDM/LC – Option D | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1350/1370/1390/1410 nm |
| 2 slot devices | |
| BC-4D/CWDM/LC – Option A | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1510/1530/1550/1570 nm |
| BC-4D/CWDM/LC – Option B | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1470/1490/1590/1610 nm |
| BC-4D/CWDM/LC – Option C | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1270/1290/1310/1330 nm |
| BC-4D/CWDM/LC -“ Option D | 4-Channel CWDM Card Centre Wavelengths 1350/1370/1390/1410 nm |
| Fitted with LC connectors as standard for all available enclosures and frames see section “Universal Chassis and Power Supplies“. | |
Related Products |
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| BC-2 | Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexer/Demultiplexer (2-channel) |
| BC-8 | Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexer/Demultiplexer (8-channel) |
Universal Chassis and Power Supplies |
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| BC160i | 19″ 1RU Chassis for up to 6 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Supplied with Dual Redundant Power Supplies. Includes touchscreen display. |
| BC160 | 19″ 1RU Chassis for up to 6 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Supplied with Dual Redundant Power Supplies. |
| BC100i | 19″ 3RU Chassis for up to 15 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Dual Redundant Power Supplies (not supplied). Includes touchscreen display. |
| BC100 | 19″ 3RU Chassis for up to 15 BCxxx Cards with optional Network Monitoring and Dual Redundant Power Supplies (not supplied). |
| BC101 | Single Slot Chassis with 4-pin XLR. |
| BC102 | Dual Slot Chassis with 4-pin XLR. |
| BC120 | Triple Slot Chassis with Universal Mains Power Supply. |
| BM102i/BM102 | Network Monitoring Card with Ethernet connection |
| PS65/PS100i | 90-250VAC Power Supply for BC100-3RU or BC100i-3RU Chassis |
Contact your local distributor for more information.