Calix 100‑04194 – E7‑20 GPON‑16x Line Card (16× GPON Ports)

The Calix 100‑04194 is a high‑density GPON line card designed for the E7‑20 chassis, offering 16 GPON OLT ports and enabling service providers to efficiently deliver broadband, voice, IPTV and business services over passive optical networks. Ideal for network operators deploying fibre‑to‑the‑home (FTTH) or multi‑dwelling‑unit (MDU) environments, this modular router‑class access line card supports large subscriber deployments and integrates seamlessly into a tested telecom gear environment. Provided as either new or refurbished, it allows network integrators and resale specialists like PICS Telecom to offer robust, modular router infrastructure and refurbished networking equipment with carrier‑class features.

Key Features & Benefits

• 📡 16 × GPON OLT ports – Enables servicing up to 16 PON interfaces from one card, simplifying network architecture

• 🔧 Supports up to 128 ONTs per port – High subscriber density per port reduces footprint and cost

• ⚡ 2.488 Gbps downstream / 1.244 Gbps upstream per PON – Delivers high‑speed broadband services

• 🛡️ Class B+ (and C+ extended reach) ODN support – Designed for link budgets up to +31 dB and splits up to 1:128 for long‑reach deployments

• 🌐 Full service support (IPTV, VoIP, business services) – Bridges residential and enterprise services on a unified platform

• ⚙️ Modular, hot‑swappable card design – Fits into the E7‑20 Universal Line Card slots for operational flexibility and pay‑as‑you‑grow scaling

Ideal For

• 🏢 Service providers building or expanding FTTH networks

• 🏘 Multi‑dwelling units (MDUs) and large residential campuses

• 📶 Mobile backhaul and triple‑play (voice + video + data) deployments

• 🔁 Telecom asset resale, refurbished networking equipment markets

• 🖥 Integration into modular router systems and carrier access platforms

Specifications at a Glance

• Model: Calix E7‑20 GPON‑16x Line Card (part number 100‑04194)

• Ports: 16 GPON OLT ports

• Subscriber support: Up to 128 ONTs per port; up to roughly 1,024 ONTs per card

• Data rates: 2.488 Gbps downstream / 1.244 Gbps upstream

• Link budget: Class B+ +28 dB, Class C+ +31 dB (up to 1:128 split)

• Dimensions: approx. 14″ x 0.78″ x 10.1″ (35.6 × 2 × 25.7 cm)

• Weight: approx. 2.25 lbs (1.0 kg)

• Operating Temperature: –5 °C to +55 °C

• Power Consumption: ~104 Watts; Heat Dissipation ~266 BTU/hr

• Compatibility: Works in the Calix E7‑20 chassis with other line cards

Conclusion
For operators and integrators looking for tested telecom gear, the Calix 100‑04194 is a robust, modular solution for high‑density GPON access. At PICS Telecom, we specialise in offering modular routers, refurbished networking equipment and carefully‑tested telecom gear to help your network scale efficiently. Visit www.picstelecom.com or www.marketplace.picstelecom.com  for availability, stock updates and custom quoting. Contact us today at PICS Telecom and let us support your next‑generation access deployment!