Front view of Tripp Lite N48K-15M8L60-B fiber breakout panel showing 60 LC ports and magenta OM4 fiber cables

High-Density Fiber Integration with Built-in MTP Trunking

The innovative design features five breakout cassettes with magenta-coded OM4 fiber connectivity, each housing 12 LC duplex ports and three integrated 2-meter MTP cables. This configuration enables seamless 40G to 10G conversion while maximizing port density in a compact 1U form factor. The Base8 wiring architecture eliminates unused ports and delivers optimized signal performance through reduced link attenuation.

Technical Specifications

  • 5 breakout cassettes with 12 LC duplex ports each
  • Built-in 2-meter MTP multimode cables
  • Base8 wiring for 100% port utilization

Applications

  • Data center 40G to 10G speed conversion
  • High-density enterprise network deployments
  • Future-ready 100G/400G infrastructure preparation
Side angle view of N48K-15M8L60-B showing cable management and MTP trunk integration

Intelligent Cable Management with Integrated Strain Relief

The thoughtfully engineered cable management system provides secure routing and strain relief for the integrated MTP trunks. The angled entry design and bundled cable organization minimize bend radius issues while maintaining optimal signal integrity. Each cassette's cables are precisely managed to ensure reliable performance and easy maintenance access.

Technical Specifications

  • Integrated strain relief system
  • Optimized cable routing paths
  • Protected bend radius maintenance

Applications

  • High-traffic data center environments
  • Mission-critical network infrastructure
  • Space-constrained server rooms
Close-up of fold-down panel showing port mapping and labeling area

Custom Port Mapping with Fold-Down Panel Access

The innovative fold-down front panel design provides both physical protection for LC patch cords and a convenient labeling surface for port mapping. This dual-purpose feature enables clear documentation of connections while maintaining professional cable management. The panel includes dedicated writing space for custom port labeling to ensure accurate identification and reduce maintenance time.

Technical Specifications

  • Protective fold-down front panel
  • Integrated port mapping system
  • Custom labeling space

Applications

  • Complex network documentation
  • Multi-tenant data center environments
  • Managed service provider installations
Rack-mounted view of N48K-15M8L60-B fiber breakout panel in server cabinet

Professional-Grade Rack Integration

The 1U rack-mount design seamlessly integrates into standard 19-inch equipment racks, providing enterprise-grade fiber connectivity in a space-efficient format. The durable construction ensures reliable operation in demanding data center environments while maintaining easy access for maintenance and updates.

Technical Specifications

  • 1U rack-mount form factor
  • 19-inch rack compatibility
  • Industrial-grade construction

Applications

  • Enterprise data center deployment
  • Colocation facility installation
  • Network operations center setup
Horizontal view of N48K-15M8L60-B showing organized LC port layout

Streamlined Port Access with Clear Visual Organization

The systematically arranged LC ports provide clear visual organization and easy access for network maintenance. The magenta OM4 fiber coding enables quick identification among mixed fiber installations, while the sequential port labeling ensures accurate connectivity mapping.

Technical Specifications

  • 60 clearly labeled LC ports
  • Distinctive OM4 magenta coding
  • Sequential port arrangement

Applications

  • Large-scale network maintenance
  • Mixed fiber environment management
  • High-density port consolidation
Side view of N48K-15M8L60-B highlighting MTP trunk cable integration

Advanced Cable Integration with MTP Connectivity

The pre-terminated MTP trunk cables provide a robust foundation for high-speed data transmission. The integrated design eliminates the need for field termination while ensuring optimal signal performance through factory-tested connections.

Technical Specifications

  • Factory-terminated MTP trunks
  • Pre-tested signal performance
  • Integrated cable management

Applications

  • Rapid network deployment
  • High-performance computing environments
  • Data center modernization projects
Close-up detail of MTP connector design and construction

High-Performance Connector Engineering

The precision-engineered MTP connectors feature robust strain relief and superior signal integrity. The durable construction ensures reliable performance in demanding enterprise environments while maintaining optimal insertion loss characteristics.

Technical Specifications

  • Precision-engineered connectors
  • Enhanced strain relief design
  • Optimized insertion loss

Applications

  • Critical infrastructure deployment
  • High-availability networks
  • Long-term installation reliability
Technical diagram showing fiber breakout panel implementation in server rack

Comprehensive Network Integration Blueprint

The detailed installation diagram illustrates the seamless integration between 40Gb switches and 10Gb devices through the breakout panel. This visual guide demonstrates the efficient use of rack space and optimal cable routing for maximum network performance.

Technical Specifications

  • 40Gb to 10Gb conversion mapping
  • Detailed port allocation guide
  • Systematic cable routing plan

Applications

  • Network architecture planning
  • Installation team guidance
  • Technical documentation

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Tripp Lite by Eaton

Manufacturer Part Number

N48K-15M8L60-B

Brand Name

Tripp Lite

Product Model

N48K-15M8L60-B

Product Name

N48K-15M8L60-B 50/125 Breakout Fiber Patch Panel

Product Type

Network Patch Panel

Interfaces/Ports
Number of LC Ports

60

LC Port Type

Duplex

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Black

Form Factor

Rack-mountable

Compatible Rack Unit

1U

Compatible Rack Width

19

Miscellaneous
Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

Lifetime

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|patch panel|Mountable Patch panel icon

    Patch Panel

  • icon_list|breakout cassettes|Breakout Cassettes Network modules icon

    Breakout Cassettes

  • icon_list|mtp cables|MTP Cables Fiber cables icon

    MTP Cables

  • icon_list|Mounting hardware|Rack Rails Mounting hardware icon

    Mounting Hardware

FAQs

What are the key features of the Tripp Lite N48K-15M8L60-B Fiber Patch Panel?
The Tripp Lite N48K-15M8L60-B features 5 breakout cassettes with 12 LC duplex ports each, totaling 60 LC ports. It includes built-in 2-meter MTP multimode cables, supports 10G and 40G speeds with future-proofing for 100G and 400G, and uses Base8 wiring for 100% fiber utilization. The 1U rack-mountable panel includes a fold-down front panel for cable protection, color-coded magenta OM4 cables, and offers up to 50% reduction in link attenuation with hardwired cassettes providing 30% improvement in insertion loss.
What is the port configuration of this patch panel?
The patch panel features 60 LC duplex ports distributed across 5 breakout cassettes (12 LC duplex ports per cassette). Each cassette includes 3 built-in two-meter MTP multimode cables, providing a total of 15 QSFP fiber switch ports breaking out to 60 LC ports. The Base8 wiring configuration ensures 100% port utilization with no dead ports, offering streamlined 1:1 port mapping.
How does this patch panel support future network upgrades?
This patch panel is designed for future-proofing networks by supporting current 10G and 40G speeds while providing a clear upgrade path to 100G and 400G speeds. It uses OM4 fiber for highest throughput and features Base8 wiring architecture, which optimizes harness mapping and ensures efficient fiber utilization. The hardwired cassette design reduces link attenuation by up to 50%, supporting longer-distance connections for future high-speed implementations.
What are the mounting specifications for this patch panel?
The N48K-15M8L60-B is a 1U rack-mountable unit designed to fit standard 19-inch EIA racks. This compact form factor maximizes rack space efficiency while maintaining optimal link performance. The panel's design includes a fold-down front panel for easy access and cable management, making it ideal for high-density data center environments.
What cable management features does this patch panel include?
The patch panel includes several cable management features: a fold-down front panel that protects LC patch cords, color-coded magenta OM4 cables for easy identification, and wire mapping capabilities that match each cassette's labeled MTP cables to LC clusters. The inside panel provides writing space for custom port labeling, and each panel is serialized for tracking insertion loss data.

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