Cisco 15-1513-01 72p-2x36-60 Fpm

Overview
The Cisco 15-1513-01 72p-2x36-60 Fpm is a high-density fiber optic patch panel designed for enterprise and service provider networks that demand reliable, scalable connectivity. With a compact 72-port layout arranged in two blocks of 36 ports, this panel delivers optimal space utilization while supporting up to 60 fibers per meter (Fpm) for dense fiber deployments. Engineered to meet Cisco's rigorous performance standards, the panel ensures low insertion loss, high return loss, and robust mechanical stability for mission-critical environments.

Key Features

• 72 fiber ports organized as 2x36 for efficient cable management
• Supports up to 60 Fpm, enabling high density fiber installations
• Precision engineered connectors for low insertion loss and high return loss
• Compatible with Cisco optical networking equipment and industry standard transceivers
• Sturdy metal chassis with front and rear panel access for easy installation and maintenance
• Tool-free latch mechanism for rapid fiber patching and reconfiguration
• Optimized airflow design to maintain temperature stability in rack environments

Technical Specifications

• Model / Part Number: 15-1513-01
• Port Count: 72 (2 blocks of 36)
• Fiber Density: 60 Fpm
• Connector Type: LC duplex (standard Cisco compatible)
• Insertion Loss: < 0.5 dB per connection
• Return Loss: > 55 dB
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 deg C
• Storage Temperature: -40 to 85 deg C
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1U rack height, 19 in width, 6 in depth
• Weight: Approx 5 lbs

Applications
The 72p-2x36-60 Fpm panel is ideal for:

• Data center top-of-rack and middle-of-rack fiber aggregation
• Metro Ethernet and carrier-grade fiber distribution
• Campus networks requiring high port density in limited rack space
• Enterprise backbone upgrades where future scalability is a priority
• Telecom central office installations supporting dense fiber routing

By integrating the Cisco 15-1513-01 panel into your network infrastructure, you gain a reliable, high-performance solution that simplifies fiber management, reduces latency, and prepares your system for future growth.