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The RapidConnect Fully Loaded DIN Rail Fibre Optic Enclosure provides a compact termination solution for control cabinets and equipment panels. Choose 6, 12 or 24 fibres with matching Singlemode, OM3 or OM4 pigtails and ST, SC, SC/APC, LC or LC/APC adaptors.
The RapidConnect Fully Loaded DIN Rail Fibre Optic Enclosure provides a compact termination point for fibre connections inside control cabinets, equipment panels and other space-restricted installations. Anderson Corporation configures each enclosure with the selected fibre adaptors and matching pigtails. Therefore, customers receive the principal components required to splice, organise and connect their fibre.
The enclosure supports 6, 12 or 24 fibres and offers ST, SC, SC/APC, LC and LC/APC connectivity. In addition, customers can select Singlemode, Multimode OM3 or Multimode OM4 pigtails to suit their network.
As a result, installers can reduce component selection and prepare for fibre termination with a coordinated enclosure configuration.
A fully loaded DIN rail fibre optic enclosure provides a protected location for terminating incoming fibre cable. During installation, a technician fusion-splices the incoming fibres to connectorised pigtails. The pigtail connectors then plug into the internal side of the adaptors, while external patch leads connect network equipment through the front interface.
Unlike an unloaded enclosure, the fully loaded model includes the nominated adaptors and matching pigtails. Therefore, the installer does not need to select those components separately.
The enclosure also includes an internal splice cassette. This cassette protects the completed fusion splices and helps the technician manage fibre inside the compact housing.
Although the enclosure supports up to 24 fibres, the physical adaptor arrangement depends on the selected connector format. For example, LC duplex and LC quad adaptors provide greater fibre density than larger simplex formats. Consequently, customers should confirm the fibre count and connector arrangement before ordering.
Industrial control panels and equipment cabinets often use DIN rails to support switches, power supplies, controllers and communications hardware. Therefore, a DIN rail enclosure allows installers to position the fibre termination point close to compatible network equipment.
The 12D enclosure measures only 38 × 138 × 140 mm. As a result, it requires considerably less space than a conventional wall-mount or rackmount enclosure.
Furthermore, the compact format helps designers use the available cabinet space efficiently. Installers can mount the enclosure alongside industrial Ethernet switches, media converters, programmable logic controllers and other compatible devices.
However, the cabinet must provide adequate room for cable entry, fibre routing and connected patch leads. Installers must also maintain suitable fibre bend radii around the enclosure.
The 12D does not carry a stated ingress-protection rating. Therefore, installers should place it inside a suitable cabinet or protected equipment environment. The surrounding cabinet must provide the environmental protection required for the application.
A fully loaded enclosure reduces the number of separate items that customers must identify and order. Anderson Corporation can configure the 12D with:
Because the adaptors and pigtails form part of the same configuration, customers can match the fibre category and connector polish across the enclosure. This approach helps prevent compatibility problems, such as pairing an SC/APC pigtail with an SC/UPC adaptor.
In addition, one configured product simplifies purchasing and project documentation. Instead of compiling a separate list of adaptors, pigtails and enclosure components, the customer can specify the required fibre count, fibre category and connector interface.
For projects that require a customised internal fit-out, Anderson Corporation also offers the unloaded 12D DIN Rail Mount Enclosure.
The Fully Loaded DIN Rail Fibre Optic Enclosure supports 6, 12 and 24-fibre configurations. However, the selected connector and adaptor format determine the final layout.
Available connector formats include:
Customers can also choose simplex, duplex or quad adaptors where the connector type and faceplate arrangement allow them.
LC connectivity suits applications that require higher connection density. For example, LC duplex or quad adaptors can present multiple fibre connections within a compact area. By contrast, some existing networks may require SC or ST connectors to match installed equipment and patch leads.
Customers should confirm the following details before ordering:
Anderson Corporation can then configure the enclosure around the project rather than supply an unsuitable generic combination.
The 12D supports Singlemode, Multimode OM3 and Multimode OM4 pigtail configurations. Therefore, customers can match the enclosure to a range of optical networks.
Singlemode fibre commonly supports telecommunications, industrial networks and longer-distance links between equipment locations. Meanwhile, OM3 and OM4 fibre support compatible multimode systems within buildings, facilities and industrial sites.
Customers must also select the correct connector polish. Blue SC and LC connectors commonly identify UPC-polished Singlemode connections. In contrast, green connectors identify APC-polished Singlemode connections. Aqua commonly represents OM3, while Erika Violet commonly represents OM4.
However, colour alone should never determine compatibility. Instead, the installer should check the fibre category, connector polish and equipment interface against the project design.
A mismatch between UPC and APC connectors can cause poor optical performance and physical damage to the connector end faces. Therefore, installers must never mate the two polish types.
The internal splice cassette protects fusion splices between the incoming cable fibres and the connectorised pigtails. In addition, it helps the technician organise fibres and control routing within the available enclosure space.
During installation, the technician first secures the incoming cable at the selected entry point. Next, the technician prepares the cable and fusion-splices its fibres to the pigtails. The technician then places each protected splice into the cassette and routes the remaining fibre carefully through the enclosure.
Because the 12D uses a compact housing, good fibre management remains essential. Installers should avoid:
Careful routing protects the fibre and also makes future testing or maintenance easier. Furthermore, clear labelling helps technicians identify each connection without disturbing neighbouring fibres.
The enclosure provides two cable entry and exit points. Therefore, installers can choose the cable approach that best suits the cabinet layout. Nevertheless, the selected entry method must secure the cable and provide suitable strain relief.
The enclosure uses an aluminium body with an electrostatic finish. Consequently, it provides a lightweight and durable housing for the internal fibre components.
At approximately 0.3 kg, the enclosure adds little weight to the cabinet assembly. Furthermore, its compact construction suits panels where designers must manage both equipment weight and available mounting space.
The housing protects the fibre routing, splices and adaptors from routine contact inside the cabinet. However, the enclosure does not replace a suitable external cabinet where the installation may encounter water, dust, impact or harsh environmental conditions.
The Fully Loaded DIN Rail Fibre Optic Enclosure suits projects that need a compact and organised fibre termination point inside an equipment cabinet.
Manufacturing and process-control systems increasingly use fibre to connect switches, controllers and remote equipment. Therefore, the 12D allows installers to terminate fibre close to industrial networking hardware.
Fibre also provides electrical isolation between connected locations. As a result, designers often choose it for networks that cross electrically noisy industrial environments.
Control cabinets often contain limited space for communications equipment. Nevertheless, fibre connections still require protected splices, controlled routing and accessible adaptor interfaces.
The 12D brings these functions together within a compact DIN rail format. Consequently, technicians can connect the incoming fibre to short patch leads that run to nearby active equipment.
Compact telecommunications cabinets may not provide enough room for a rackmount enclosure. Therefore, the 12D offers an alternative for low- and medium-count fibre terminations.
Its configurable connector options also allow customers to match existing equipment interfaces. For example, one project may require LC connectivity, while another may use SC/APC.
CCTV, access-control and monitoring systems often distribute signals between several equipment locations. In these applications, fibre can extend network connections and provide electrical isolation.
The 12D can create an organised transition between the incoming cable and the active equipment. Furthermore, its compact design helps installers manage fibre inside field cabinets and communications panels.
Building services, communications networks and distributed equipment systems may also require fibre inside compact cabinets. Therefore, the enclosure can support terminations in suitable commercial infrastructure.
However, the project specification must determine the required fibre type, connector format and cabinet protection. Installers should confirm those requirements before selecting the enclosure configuration.
The choice between a fully loaded and unloaded enclosure depends on how the customer wants to source and assemble the termination components.
A fully loaded enclosure generally suits projects where:
By comparison, an unloaded enclosure may suit projects where:
Therefore, neither option suits every project. Instead, customers should choose the model that matches their procurement method and technical requirements.
View the 12D DIN Rail Mount Enclosure when the project requires an unloaded version.
Before installation, the technician should confirm that the cabinet provides enough space for the enclosure, incoming cable and connected patch leads. Although the 12D occupies little rail space, the fibre still requires adequate clearance.
The installer should also plan the incoming cable route before positioning other cabinet equipment. This step helps prevent tight bends and restricted access later.
A typical installation process includes the following steps:
In addition, technicians should leave dust caps on every unused adaptor port. The caps help limit contamination until the network requires those connections.
Technicians should always clean and inspect connectors before mating them. Otherwise, dust, oil or debris can increase insertion loss and damage the end faces.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | RapidConnect Fully Loaded 12D DIN Rail Mount Enclosure |
| Ordering code | 12DFL |
| Mounting format | DIN rail |
| Fibre capacity | 6, 12 or up to 24 fibres |
| Connector options | ST, SC, SC/APC, LC and LC/APC |
| Adaptor formats | Simplex, duplex and quad, subject to connector type |
| Fibre options | Singlemode, Multimode OM3 and Multimode OM4 |
| Internal splice management | Splice cassette |
| Cable entry and exit points | Two |
| Construction | Aluminium |
| Finish | Electrostatic finish |
| Dimensions | 38 × 138 × 140 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 0.3 kg |
| Configuration | Selected adaptors and matching pigtails included |
The selection process should start with the required fibre count. Next, the customer should identify the connector interface used by the network equipment and patch leads. Finally, the customer should confirm the fibre category and connector polish.
For example, one project may require 12 OM4 fibres on LC duplex adaptors. Alternatively, an industrial network may require six Singlemode fibres with SC/APC connectors. Although both installations can use the same enclosure platform, each project needs a different internal configuration.
Customers should provide the following information when requesting a quotation:
If the customer remains unsure about the configuration, Anderson Corporation can review the required connectivity before confirming the order.
The DIN Rail Fibre Optic Enclosure Knowledge Centre provides practical guidance on enclosure selection, fibre capacity, connector configurations, installation and long-term fibre management. As the Knowledge Centre expands, each section will help customers specify and install reliable fibre termination points inside control cabinets, industrial panels and compact equipment enclosures.
First, this section explains how DIN rail fibre enclosures work and why network designers use them inside industrial cabinets and control panels. It will also examine the roles of the enclosure, adaptors, pigtails and splice cassette within a completed fibre termination.
Articles coming soon.
Next, this section compares fully loaded and unloaded DIN rail fibre enclosures. In particular, it will help customers decide whether to order a configured enclosure with adaptors and pigtails or select the internal components separately.
Articles coming soon.
This section explores how fibre count, connector size and adaptor format affect enclosure capacity. It will also cover ST, SC, SC/APC, LC and LC/APC configurations, including the differences between simplex, duplex and quad adaptors.
Articles coming soon.
In addition, this section examines the differences between Singlemode, Multimode OM3 and Multimode OM4 enclosure configurations. It will explain how fibre category, connector polish and component compatibility influence the final specification.
Articles coming soon.
This section provides guidance on DIN rail mounting, incoming cable preparation, strain relief, fusion splicing and internal fibre routing. Furthermore, it will explain how technicians can manage fibres within a compact enclosure while maintaining appropriate bend radii.
Articles coming soon.
Finally, this section considers the use of DIN rail fibre enclosures in industrial automation, telecommunications, security networks and equipment cabinets. It will also examine cabinet layout, equipment clearances and the positioning of fibre terminations near active network devices.
Articles coming soon.
Anderson Corporation supplies the enclosure with the selected fibre adaptors and matching pigtails. The enclosure also includes an internal splice cassette.
The enclosure supports 6, 12 or up to 24 fibres. However, the connector type and adaptor format determine the final arrangement.
Not necessarily. The term “24 fibre” describes the maximum fibre capacity rather than a universal count of separate adaptor bodies. For example, duplex and quad adaptors can support multiple fibres through each adaptor.
Yes. Customers can select Singlemode pigtails with compatible UPC or APC connector interfaces.
Yes. Anderson Corporation can configure the enclosure with OM3 or OM4 multimode pigtails. However, every adaptor, pigtail and patch lead must match the network specification.
Customers can choose ST, SC, SC/APC, LC or LC/APC connectors. The required fibre count and connector format will determine the adaptor arrangement.
Yes. The internal splice cassette protects and organises fusion splices between the incoming cable fibres and the connectorised pigtails.
The enclosure provides two cable entry and exit points. However, the installer must select a cable entry and strain-relief method that suits the incoming cable.
Yes. Anderson Corporation also offers the unloaded 12D DIN Rail Mount Enclosure for projects that require separate adaptors and pigtails.
The enclosure requires a suitable protected cabinet or equipment environment. Therefore, the complete cabinet must provide the level of environmental protection that the installation requires.
Provide the required fibre count, fibre category, connector type, connector polish and project quantity. Anderson Corporation can then identify a suitable configuration.
The RapidConnect Fully Loaded DIN Rail Fibre Optic Enclosure provides a compact and configurable termination point for Singlemode, OM3 and OM4 fibre systems. Furthermore, the included adaptors and matching pigtails simplify component selection and project procurement.
For pricing and configuration assistance, request a Rapid Quote or contact Anderson Corporation on 03 9761 7600 or sales@andcorp.com.au.
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