Panduit FWME1BL Opticom Wall Mount Fiber Splice Enclosure

The Panduit FWME1BL Opticom wall-mount fiber enclosure delivers organized splice management in telecom rooms, IDF closets, and edge locations where rack space is at a premium. Built to handle up to 24 fusion splices in a single-slot configuration, this black steel enclosure accepts any standard Panduit FAP (Fiber Adapter Panel) or FMP cassette, giving you flexibility to deploy as a cross-connect or interconnect depending on your network architecture. At 9.48" x 5.33" x 1.7", it mounts flush to drywall or plywood backboards with minimal footprint—ideal for retrofit installations or distributed access points in commercial buildings.

Key Features

1-slot cassette/FAP capacity supporting up to 24 fusion splices or 12 duplex LC connections

Compatible with all Panduit FAP and FMP series adapter panels for multi-mode or single-mode fiber

Includes integrated cable management accessories for organized routing and strain relief

Ships with one empty FAP and FSC6 fusion splice chip for immediate deployment

Cross-connect or interconnect configuration flexibility for backbone, horizontal, or consolidation point applications

Black steel construction with mounting hardware included

Compact 9.48"H x 5.33"W x 1.7"D profile fits standard stud spacing

The FWME1BL's single-slot design is purpose-built for small to medium fiber counts—12 to 24 fibers—where a full rack-mount chassis is overkill. The enclosure accepts Panduit's modular FAP panels, which slide into the front-accessible slot and lock in place with integrated retention clips. Cable entry is through knockouts on the top or bottom, with included routing guides that maintain minimum bend radius (typically 1.5" for multi-mode, 2" for single-mode OS2) throughout the enclosure. The included FSC6 fusion splice chip holds up to 24 fusion splices in a stacked configuration, with color-coded organization and clear splice protection. Because the enclosure uses standard FAP panels, you can mix LC, SC, or ST connectors in the same enclosure—useful when consolidating legacy fiber runs or supporting multiple equipment types.

Use the FWME1BL in any environment where horizontal fiber terminates close to end equipment: IP camera IDF closets, wireless AP consolidation points, small server rooms, or building entry points for ISP demarcation. In cross-connect mode, backbone fiber enters the enclosure, splices to pigtails, and terminates on FAP panels—giving you a patch point between riser and horizontal fiber. In interconnect mode, pre-terminated cable assemblies plug directly into the FAP without splicing, shortening install time when you're using factory-terminated trunk cables. The wall-mount form factor works well in spaces where floor-to-ceiling racks aren't feasible—think retail back offices, hospital equipment rooms, or education buildings with distributed fiber. Pair it with Panduit's FZ series zone enclosures for a complete horizontal fiber distribution system.

The FWME1BL meets TIA-568 cable management and bend radius requirements, ensuring long-term fiber performance and reducing insertion loss from mechanical stress. Steel construction provides durability in high-traffic telecom rooms where accidental impacts are common. The black finish matches standard rack and cabinet aesthetics, and the compact footprint means you can mount multiple enclosures side-by-side when scaling fiber counts across floors or zones. Panduit backs the Opticom series with their standard manufacturer warranty, and the modular FAP architecture means you can field-upgrade or reconfigure the enclosure as network needs change—no need to replace the entire assembly when migrating from multi-mode to single-mode or adding new fiber runs.