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LF-086-Factory Custom SMC Outdoor Fiber Cabinet 96-1152 Core FTTH OCC Cabinet

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Product Description

SMC Outdoor Fiber Optic Cross-Connection Cabinet for 96–1152 Core FTTH Networks

The SMC outdoor fiber cabinet is an optical distribution and cross-connection platform for feeder, distribution and splitter management in FTTH/ODN projects. Capacity alone is not a complete selection criterion: the approved design must also define adapter quantity, splice-tray loading, splitter parking, patch-cord routing, reserve-fibre storage, cable entry and safe technician access.

Published base configurations cover 96, 144, 288 and 576 cores. A 1152-core requirement is treated as a project-specific high-density or multi-bay configuration and should be released only after drawing, bill of materials, heat/space, cable-routing and maintenance-access approval.

Configuration and Project Selection

Project input	Options to confirm	Engineering impact
Network role	Cross-connect, splitter distribution, feeder/distribution handover or mixed ODN function	Determines internal modules, adapter panels and fibre-routing zones.
Capacity	96/144/288/576-core base series; 1152-core project-specific arrangement	Prevents nominal adapter count from exceeding usable splice and routing capacity.
Connector system	SC or LC; UPC or APC specified consistently	UPC and APC interfaces must not be intermated.
Splitter plan	Box-type or project-specified PLC splitter quantity and ratio	Changes parking space, patch-cord density and downstream port count.
Incoming cables	Cable count, OD, armour/strength member and entry direction	Controls gland/seal selection, fixation and grounding arrangement.
Installation	Floor/base, pole or wall mounting according to cabinet size	Foundation, anchor load, clearance and anti-tip design must be approved.
Environment	Rain, dust, UV, temperature, humidity, salt/corrosion exposure	Defines enclosure, seals, hardware and evidence required for the exact model.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification / procurement note
Product family	OCC-SMC outdoor fiber optic cross-connect cabinet
Base core options	96 / 144 / 288 / 576 cores; other capacity by approved project design
1152-core option	Available only as an engineered high-density or multi-bay configuration after layout and BOM confirmation
Cabinet material	SMC sheet moulding compound enclosure; colour and surface finish project-specified
Adapter interfaces	SC, LC or FC; UPC/APC according to the selected removable panel and approved BOM
Splitter support	1×8, 1×16, 1×32 or 1×64 PLC splitter modules according to layout
Splice management	Removable 12/24-core trays or project-specified tray system; heat-shrink sleeve compatible
Fibre management	Dedicated splice, storage and patching zones with bend-radius and door-clearance control
Cable compatibility	Cable construction and OD must be declared; published sealing range is approximately 8–25 mm where the selected gland supports it
Cable ports	Typically 4–8 inlet/outlet positions; exact usable count and seals follow the selected cabinet
Installation options	Floor/base, pole or wall mounting where the selected size and structural design permit
Outdoor protection	IP65 may be specified for the complete assembled cabinet; validity depends on doors, locks, glands, unused-port plugs and installation
Operating environment	Published project range up to approximately −40°C to +60°C; confirm exact-model datasheet
Relative humidity	Up to 95% non-condensing where specified
Reference dimensions	96C 710×550×180 mm; 144C 1035×555×310 mm; 288C 1450×750×320 mm; 576C 1450×750×540 mm
Reference net weight	Approximately 36.5–159 kg depending on size and fitted components; packing weight confirmed per order
Grounding	Metallic frame parts, armour clamps and accessories grounded according to the approved design; SMC enclosure itself is non-metallic
Locking and access	Lock/key and compartment arrangement project-specified; maintenance clearance must be included in site design
Standard supply boundary	Cabinet, tray system, panels, glands/seals and mounting hardware as agreed; adapters, splitters and pigtails optional
Customization	Capacity, internal layout, adapter/splitter configuration, logo, colour, labels, base, locks, accessories and packing

ODN Layout, Installation and Commissioning

Approve the fibre-routing drawing before production. Separate incoming-cable fixation, bare-fibre/splice storage and patch-cord management; reserve bend radius at every door, hinge and module transition. Site acceptance should inspect anchoring, seals, labels, grounding of metallic parts and end-to-end optical performance.

Verify foundation or wall/pole load capacity and access clearance before delivery.
Match every gland and unused-port plug to the actual cable OD and entry plan.
Anchor sheath and strength members so cable tension does not reach trays or adapters.
Clean and inspect connectors before mating; keep UPC and APC systems separated and labelled.
Measure insertion loss/return loss according to the approved ODN test plan rather than attributing loss to the empty cabinet.

Common Procurement and Field Failures

Risk	Consequence	Control
Capacity specified only by adapter count	Insufficient trays, reserve storage or maintenance access	Approve a complete layout drawing and port schedule.
1152-core claim without engineering drawing	Overcrowding, blocked routing or unusable doors	Treat as a custom engineered cabinet and verify multi-bay/high-density arrangement.
Wrong cable gland or open spare port	Water and dust ingress	Confirm each cable OD and seal all unused ports.
Mixed UPC/APC patching	High reflection and damaged connector interfaces	Use consistent polish type, colour coding and port labels.
Unanchored cable/strength member	Mechanical load transfers to fibres	Specify sheath clamps, armour/strength-member fixation and grounding.
IP rating treated as material property	Installed system may not meet enclosure rating	Validate the complete assembled model and installation method.

Pre-shipment Quality and Acceptance Plan

Pre-shipment inspection should be based on the approved drawing and BOM, not on a generic cabinet photo.

Check external dimensions, door alignment, lock operation, surface defects and mounting hardware.
Verify adapter-panel, tray, splitter, gland and accessory quantities against the BOM.
Perform routing and bend-radius inspection with a representative cable/patch-cord configuration.
Check earth terminals and bonding parts where metallic components are included.
Request exact-model enclosure/IP evidence when contractually required; evidence must cover the supplied configuration.
Record labels, photos, packing list and lot inspection results before shipment.

B2B Buyer Guide: Information Required for an Accurate Quote

For an accurate quotation and usable cabinet design, provide:

Required core/port count and feeder/distribution/splitter topology.
Connector type and polish: SC/LC/FC, UPC or APC.
Splitter ratios, module style and quantity.
Incoming/outgoing cable construction, count, OD and entry direction.
Installation method, foundation/base/pole/wall details and available clearance.
Outdoor environment, target IP level and any corrosion/UV requirements.
Accessories, labelling, logo, documentation, inspection and packing requirements.

MOQ, Samples, Lead Time and Packing

Commercial item	Standard B2B arrangement
MOQ	Project-based; trial/sample unit may be available after configuration review
Sample	Available according to cabinet size, configuration and logistics feasibility
Lead time	Normally 5–10 days for confirmed standard configurations; engineered 1152-core/custom projects are scheduled after drawing approval
Packing	Protective bag/foam, export carton or wooden crate/pallet according to cabinet size
Inspection	BOM, dimensions, doors/locks, accessories, layout and packing verified before shipment
Customization	Capacity, layout, colour, logo, panels, splitters, labels, base, locks and accessories
Documents	Approved drawing, datasheet, packing list and inspection record; compliance files must match the ordered model

Documentation and Compliance Boundaries

IP65, CE, RoHS, flame-retardant or other compliance statements should be published only when the exact ordered cabinet and material configuration are covered by valid evidence. IEC 60529 describes enclosure IP testing, but it does not make every cabinet installation automatically IP65.

Related Products and Project Interfaces

Coordinate the cabinet with fiber distribution products, outdoor splice closures and project-specific PLC splitters, adapters, pigtails and patch cords.

FAQ

Q：

What are the MOQ, lead time and packing options for custom SMC fiber cabinets?

A：

SMC fiber cabinet MOQ is project-based; a trial unit may be available after configuration and logistics review. Standard confirmed configurations normally require 5-10 days, while engineered 1152-core or other custom designs are scheduled after drawing approval. Confirm the committed delivery date in the quotation. Protective foam, export cartons or wooden crates/pallets depend on size and transport needs. Request packed dimensions, gross weight and accessory packing details before booking freight.

Q：

What information is needed for an accurate SMC outdoor fiber cabinet quotation?

A：

Send the required core and port counts, connector type and polish, splitter ratios and quantities, cable counts and outside diameters, mounting method, site environment and target protection level. State whether you need an empty or populated cabinet, plus branding, labels, documentation and inspection requirements. Include order quantity and destination so quotations can account for cabinet dimensions, packed weight and export packaging.

Q：

How can overseas buyers inspect an outdoor fiber cross-connect cabinet before shipment?

A：

Use the approved cabinet drawing and bill of materials as the inspection checklist. Request dated photos or a live video showing dimensions, labels, adapter and tray counts, splitter positions, cable entries, locks, seals and mounting parts. Ask to see representative fiber routing and door closure without trapped cords. For populated cabinets, agree optical test records; for an empty enclosure, inspect mechanical and layout requirements. Match any IP test report to the supplied model.

Q：

Does an SMC outdoor fiber cabinet need grounding, and how should it be installed?

A：

The SMC enclosure is non-metallic, but internal metal frames, cable armor clamps and other conductive parts may need bonding and grounding under the approved site design. Floor/base, pole or wall mounting depends on cabinet size and structural suitability. Confirm loaded weight, anchor layout, foundation or support strength, door clearance and cable-entry direction before shipment. Use the approved mounting drawing rather than choosing installation hardware from a product photo.

Q：

What should buyers verify before ordering an IP65 outdoor fiber cabinet?

A：

Request IP65 evidence for the exact assembled outdoor fiber cabinet configuration when IP65 is required by the contract. SMC material alone does not establish an IP rating. Verify door seals, locks, cable glands and unused-port plugs, and match each gland to the actual cable diameter. Specify UV, temperature, humidity and salt-exposure requirements separately. IP65 is not a submersion rating and does not by itself prevent internal condensation.

Q：

Can the SMC fiber cross-connect cabinet support SC/APC, SC/UPC and PLC splitters?

A：

The SMC fiber cross-connect cabinet can be configured with SC, LC or FC adapter panels and project-selected PLC splitter modules, including 1x8, 1x16, 1x32 or 1x64 where the layout permits. Confirm connector type, polish, splitter quantity, package and routing space. APC and UPC connector end faces must not be mated together. Split ratio must also fit the complete ODN optical loss budget.

Q：

Should distributors order an empty or fully equipped FTTH OCC cabinet?

A：

An empty FTTH OCC cabinet and a fully equipped cabinet can have very different total costs. Ask the quotation to list the enclosure, splice trays, adapter panels, adapters, pigtails, splitters, glands, cable clamps, grounding parts and mounting hardware separately. Compare quotations against the same bill of materials. For repeat orders, approve a sample configuration and retain its drawing and part list to prevent substitutions.

Q：

How do I choose the right capacity for an SMC outdoor fiber optic cabinet?

A：

Choose an SMC outdoor fiber cabinet by usable termination and splice capacity, not adapter count alone. Base configurations cover 96, 144, 288 and 576 cores. Confirm feeder and distribution fibers, occupied ports, splice-tray capacity, splitter space, spare-fiber storage and maintenance clearance. A 1152-core requirement needs an approved high-density or multi-bay drawing and bill of materials before ordering.

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