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1.8 GHz Devices:
Ready for Primetime

The promise of 10G broadband speeds is rapidly approaching. Broadband service providers must continue to modernize infrastructure to meet the need for higher bandwidth in HFC networks. A transition to 1.8 GHz passive products will facilitate the coming evolution to 10G.

1.8 ghz connector
1.8 GHz Device

Key Benefits:

  • Our 1.8 GHz passives are part of a complete line of premises products designed and built to work together as an installation system
  • The Infinity Premises System creates standard premises installations for more organized and easy-to-manage installs for your technicians
  • Upcoming system upgrades and improvements are simplified with this foundational approach
  • A full line of 1.8 GHz actives and passives
  • Product standardization and integration is complemented by the ABS Training Program

ALT18XXP 1.8GHz Taps and Faceplates

Designed for the evolution to 10G. ABS Blue Series ALT18XXP Distribution Taps and faceplates deliver the high-performance connectivity and environmental protection modern HFC networks need. Fully meeting DOCSIS 4.0 requirements and supporting downstream frequencies up to 1.8 GHz, the ALT18XXP Series combines low insertion loss, high port-to-port isolation and power-passing capability in a durable, field-ready design.

Features & Benefits

  • DOCSIS 4.0 Ready: Fully meets DOCSIS 4.0 requirements with downstream frequency support up to 1.8 GHz

  • High-Performance Connectivity: Low insertion loss, high port-to-port isolation and excellent bi-directional compatibility

  • Power Passing: Supports 30 to 90 VAC powering and current capacity up to 15 amps

  • Built for the Outside Plant: Corrosion-resistant case, weather-resistant baked-on epoxy finish and sealed covers provide outstanding environmental protection

  • Enhanced Protection: 6 kV surge protection on input and output ports

  • Field-Friendly Design: Interchangeable covers and circuitry with captive stainless steel hardware

  • Optional BarrIER™ LiTE Technology: Helps mitigate ingress and egress from aeronautical and growing wireless LTE bands

  • Upgrade Legacy Infrastructure: Retrofit existing taps to 1.8 GHz without replacing the entire tap

  • Field-Upgradeable: Replace the tap plate instead of the entire tap for a flexible path to expanded bandwidth

ABS Provides a Complete 1.8 GHz Solution

Whitepaper

1.8 GHz Devices: Ready for Primetime

Download the whitepaper and read more about the new 1.8 GHz devices and how they fit into a complete premises solution, preparing your network for 10G services.

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