MCR1900 Modular Chassis System
19-module chassis for Media Converters and Ethernet Extenders

- High density 19-slot system
- Fits a standard 19” or 23” rack – 2U height
- Hot-swappable slide-in modules
- Redundant hot-swappable AC and 48v DC power supplies
The Perle MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis is the most reliable high density modular chassis system available today. It is ideal for enterprise and campus environments where multiple points of copper and/or fiber integration are essential. An end-to-end copper to copper, copper to fiber, multimode to single mode or multimode to multimode solution can be achieved by pairing modules in this high density chassis with another Perle MCR1900 chassis standalone media converters, or standalone Ethernet extenders. Management of Media Converter Modules and chassis can be performed with the addition of a chassis management module. For a low to mid density solution, please check out the MCR200 Media Converter Chassis.
For those environments requiring a medium to large-scale deployment of media converters, a centralized platform that simplifies the configuration, administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of this gear is recommended. PerleVIEW Device Management software is a multi-user, Windows server-based application that delivers this level of Enterprise-grade solution.
MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis Features
High Density Media Converter Platform | Insert up to 19 modules into a single 2U chassis. The modules share a common power source. |
Rugged Chassis Design | U-channeled card cage provides high torsional rigidity |
Unified design between chassis slot and module faceplates provide additional chassis strength | |
Redundant vertical supports ensure that slot alignment remains accurate enabling easy card insertion and removals over time | |
Advanced card guide design along with 32 pin DIN 41612 connectors offer better card mating accuracy for reliable module additions and changes | |
Made with zinc coated cold-rolled steel offering excellent corrosion resistance | |
Extra ventilation slots on module face plates provide cooler operation and longer life | |
Multi channel air flow for improve card cooling | |
Auto-Thermal Shutdown Protection should internal temperature threshold be exceeded | |
Hot-Swappable modules | Modules can be inserted and removed with no impact to the rest of the system. Upon insertion the module will automatically be powered up and begin functioning. Modules can be placed in any slot and in any order. |
Power Supply Failover | On dual power supply configurations, the load sharing power supplies provide instant failover should a power supply or power source fail. A single power supply can provide more than sufficient power for a fully loaded system. |
Intelligent Alarm Relay | A backplane controller provides continuous monitoring of vital chassis resources. The built-in, normally open/closed, dry contact relay will engage on the following fault conditions: |
Power supply failure | |
High internal temperature | |
Fan speed failure | |
Backplane voltage error |
MCR1900 Modular Chassis related products
Hardware Specifications
Features | MCR1900-AC | MCR1900-DAC | MCR1900-DC | MCR1900-DDC |
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Intelligent Alarm Relay | Dry Contact Relay engaged upon monitored chassis error conditions: power failure, high temperature, backplane voltage error, fan speed failure
3 amps @24 vDC, Normally open / normally closed contacts on removable terminal blocks |
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Hot-swappable Modules | All modules, management module and power supplies are hot-swappable | |||
Power | ||||
Nominal input voltage | 115/230 VAC | 24/48v DC | ||
Input Voltage Range | 90 - 264 VAC | 18 - 72v DC | ||
Capacity | 120 watts max. | 240 watts max. The dual supply provides redundancy for instant fail-over. Power supplies load share |
120 watts max. | 240 watts max. The dual supply provides redundancy for instant fail-over. Power supplies load share |
AC input frequency | 47 - 63 Hz | N/A | ||
International Power Line Cords by Model | USA: IEC320-C13 to NEMA5-15P | Pluggable Terminal block +, - , Gnd with Reverse polarity protection | ||
UK: IEC320-C13 to BS1363 | ||||
EU: IEC320-C13 to CEE717 Schuko | ||||
South Africa / India: IEC320-C13 to BS546 | ||||
Australia: IEC320-C13 to AS3112 | ||||
LEDs | Power Supply A Status | Power Supply A and B status | Power Supply A Status | Power Supply A and B status |
Grounding | Dual ground screws for #10 ring terminals or grounding lug connectors provide a reliable chassis ground connection. | |||
Environmental Specifications | ||||
Heat Output (BTU/HR) |
17 | 29 | 19 at 24vdc, 25 at 48vdc | 34 at 24vdc, 49 at 48vdc |
MTBF (Hours)* | 31,716 | 255,530 | 32,051 | 255,531 |
Operating Temperature | 0C to 50C, 32F to 122F | |||
Storage Temperature | -25C to 70C, -13F to 150F | |||
Humidity | 5 to 95% (non-condensing) for both storage and operation. | |||
Case | SECC Zinc plated sheet metal (1 mm) | |||
Ingress Protection Rating | IP30 with all slots occupied | |||
Altitude | up to 3,038 meters (10,000 ft) | |||
Mounting | 2U - 19" rack mounting hardware is included 2U - 23" Telcom / ETSI rack mounting hardware is optional |
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Product Weight and Dimensions | ||||
Weight | 6.32 kg, 14 lbs | 7.0 kg, 15.4 lbs | 6.39 Kg, 14.1 lbs | 7.14 kg, 15.74 lbs |
Dimensions | 356 x 435 x 89 mm, 14 x 17.2 x 3.5 in | |||
Packaging | ||||
Shipping Weight | 7.76 kg, 17 lbs | 9.0 kg, 19.8 lbs | 7.76 kg, 17.11 lbs | 9.0 kg, 19.8 lbs |
Shipping Dimensions | 559 x 482 x 178 mm, 22 x 19 x 7 in | |||
Regulatory Approvals | ||||
Emissions | FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55022 Class A | |||
CISPR 32:2015/EN 55032:2015 (Class A) CISPR 24:2010/EN 55024:2010 | ||||
CFR47:2003, Chapter 1, Part 15 Subpart B,(USA) Class A | ||||
ICES-003, Issue 4, February 2004 (Canada) | ||||
EN55022:1998 + A1:2000 + A2:2003 Class A | ||||
EN61000-3-2 : 1995, Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions | ||||
EN61000-3-3 : 1995, Limits of Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker | ||||
Immunity | EN55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003 | |||
EN61000-4-2: Electrostatic Discharge | ||||
EN61000-4-3: RF Electromagnetic Field Modulated | ||||
EN61000-4-4: Fast Transients | ||||
EN61000-4-5: Surge | ||||
EN61000-4-6: RF Continuous Conducted | ||||
EN61000-4-8: Power-Frequency Magnetic Field | ||||
EN61000-4-11: Voltage Dips and Voltage Interruptions | ||||
Safety | UL/EN/IEC 62368-1 CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1 |
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UL 60950-1 IEC 60950-1(ed 2); am1, am2 EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013 |
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CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 and ANSI/UL 60950-1, First Edition April 1st 2003 (Recognized Component) | ||||
CE | ||||
Environmental | Reach, RoHS and WEEE Compliant | |||
Other | ECCN: 5A991 | |||
HTSUS Number: 8517.62.0020 | ||||
Perle Limited Lifetime Warranty |
*Calculation model based on MIL-HDBK-217-FN2 @ 30 °C
Ethernet to Fiber in a Campus Network |
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The use of chassis-based media converters is a cost effective means in providing fiber connectivity in a campus network. By consolidating Ethernet to fiber conversion in a rack mount media converter chassis, various types of fiber links can be brought into a single wiring closet platform. This simplifies deployment and maintenance and also provides a scalable means to grow your network as needed. ![]() |
High Density Fiber Distribution from UTP Switch Equipment at Corporate Headquarters |
In this enterprise campus application, up to 19 Perle Ethernet to Fiber Media Converters are installed in the MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis. A remote fiber enabled Ethernet switch is connected directly to the central MCR1900 Chassis. A standalone Media Converter converts the fiber to Ethernet in a fiber-to-desktop application. Another standalone Fiber Media Converter is connected to a remote office Ethernet switch. In all cases, multimode or single-mode fiber can be used. Fiber links can be extended up to 120km using single-mode fiber. ![]() |
Enterprise Infrastructure |
Enterprise Infrastructure using Fiber Optics ![]() |
High Density Fiber Distribution from Fiber Switch Equipment at Corporate Headquarters |
In this enterprise campus application, up to 19 Perle Fiber to Fiber Media Converters ( Multimode to Single mode ) are installed in the MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis. A remote single mode fiber enabled Ethernet switch is connected directly to the central MCR1900 Chassis. Another standalone Fiber Media Converter is connected to a remote office Fiber switch. In all cases, multimode or single-mode fiber can be used. Fiber links can be extended up to 160km using single-mode fiber. ![]() |
Extend 10/100/1000 Ethernet across Twisted Pair or Coaxial Wire |
Extend an Ethernet link beyond the 100 meter ( 328 feet ) limit using Ethernet Extenders. Distances of up to 3 km ( 10,000 feet ) can be achieved over twisted pair Cat 5,6 or 7 cable. You can also install along with Ethernet to Fiber Media Converter Modules and extend the Ethernet connection over fiber for greater distance. ![]() |