Ubiquiti CWDM Mux Demux 8 - 8-Channel Fiber Multiplexer
The CWDM Mux Demux 8 is a professional-grade, rack-mountable 8-channel CWDM multiplexer designed to maximize your existing fiber infrastructure capacity. Operating across the 1450 to 1590 nm wavelength range, this fiber multiplexer enables organizations to transmit eight independent data channels over a single fiber pair, dramatically increasing network throughput without requiring additional fiber installation. Perfect for UniFi deployments and enterprise aggregation switches, the CWDM Mux Demux 8 delivers cost-effective fiber uplink expansion for data centers, campuses, and service provider networks.
Key Features
- 8 independent CWDM channel ports for simultaneous multi-wavelength transmission
- Wavelength range: 1450 to 1590 nm with ITU-compliant channel spacing
- Duplex LC UPC communication port for daisy-chaining additional CWDM multiplexers
- Duplex LC UPC monitor port for real-time signal observation and diagnostics
- Duplex LC UPC expansion port for connecting CWDM Mux Demux 4 to add 4 additional channels
- Rack-mountable design for seamless integration into standard 19-inch equipment racks
- Compatible with UniFi switches and enterprise-grade aggregation platforms
- Passive optical design with no power requirements for reliable operation
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ubiquiti Networks |
| Part Number |
UACC-CWDM-8 |
| Product Type |
8-Channel CWDM Multiplexer/Demultiplexer |
| Wavelength Range |
1450 to 1590 nm |
| Number of Channels |
8 independent CWDM channels |
| Channel Ports |
8x duplex LC UPC connectors |
| Communication Port |
1x duplex LC UPC (for linking to another CWDM Mux Demux 8) |
| Monitor Port |
1x duplex LC UPC (for signal observation) |
| Expansion Port |
1x duplex LC UPC (for connecting CWDM Mux Demux 4) |
| Form Factor |
Rack-mountable (19-inch standard) |
| Power Requirements |
None (passive optical) |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 40°C |
| Storage Temperature |
-10 to 70°C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CWDM and how does the CWDM Mux Demux 8 work?
CWDM (Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing) allows multiple data signals to travel simultaneously over a single fiber pair by assigning each signal a unique wavelength. The CWDM Mux Demux 8 combines (multiplexes) eight different wavelengths onto one fiber for transmission, then separates (demultiplexes) them on the receiving end, effectively multiplying your fiber capacity by eight without additional fiber installation.
Can I expand the CWDM Mux Demux 8 to support more channels?
Yes. The CWDM Mux Demux 8 includes a dedicated expansion port that connects to a CWDM Mux Demux 4, allowing you to add four additional channels for a total of 12 wavelengths. You can also daisy-chain multiple units using the communication port for even greater capacity expansion.
Is the CWDM Mux Demux 8 compatible with Ubiquiti UniFi switches?
Yes, the CWDM Mux Demux 8 is specifically designed as a UniFi accessory and integrates seamlessly with UniFi aggregation switches and related network infrastructure. It provides reliable fiber uplink expansion for UniFi-based deployments in enterprise and campus environments.
Does the CWDM Mux Demux 8 require power?
No. The CWDM Mux Demux 8 is a passive optical device with no power requirements, making it highly reliable and cost-effective to operate. It requires no configuration or management, simplifying deployment in rack environments.
