SwitchBox® Manual Fiber Optic A/B Desktop Switch
The SwitchBox® Manual Fiber Optic A/B Switch from Fiber Plus International provides reliable, passive fiber optic switching for primary and backup network paths. Designed for secure and mission-critical environments, the SwitchBox allows users to manually switch duplex fiber connections without power, software, or electrical conversion.
Its compact desktop design, low optical loss, and rugged passive operation make it ideal for network redundancy, secure path selection, test labs, data centers, government facilities, military communications, broadcast systems, and enterprise fiber networks.
Key Features
- Manual A/B Switching: Quickly switch between two fiber optic paths using the front-panel selector.
- Passive Operation: No power supply, software, or active electronics required.
- Low Optical Loss: Insertion loss <1.8 dB typical.
- High Isolation: Infinite crosstalk isolation for clean optical signal routing.
- Reliable Optical Design: No micro-mirrors or substrates.
- Compact Desktop Enclosure: Easy to deploy on a desk, bench, rack shelf, or secure network workstation.
- LC Connector Options: Available with LC and LC/APC connector interfaces.
Applications
- Primary and backup fiber network switching
- Network failover and redundancy
- Secure fiber path selection
- Data center and enterprise fiber management
- Government, military, and secure communications
- Fiber optic testing, diagnostics, and lab environments
- Broadcast, telecom, and control-room applications
Technical Specifications
| Power | Passive, no power required |
| Dimensions | 2" H x 6.5" W x 8" D |
| Insertion Loss | <1.8 dB typical |
| Repeatability | <0.05 dB typical |
| Back Reflection | UPC: -55 dB min / APC: -65 dB min |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Crosstalk | Infinite |
| Fiber Compatibility | Singlemode, Multimode 62.5 OM1, Multimode 50 OM2/OM3 |
| Connector Options | LC, LC/APC |
Why Choose the SwitchBox®?
Unlike electronically controlled switches, the SwitchBox operates entirely in the optical domain. This reduces points of failure, preserves signal integrity, and provides dependable fiber path control even where power is unavailable or network isolation is required.
For organizations that require reliable uptime, secure network segmentation, and simple manual control over fiber optic paths, the SwitchBox® is a dependable solution built for professional fiber environments.
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