S8 Passive Splitter vs JS3 Splitter
The JS3 Splitter costs about $50 more than the S8 Passive Splitter, and has 20 fewer I/O for it. It takes 1 rack unit less, too.
Radial
JS3 Splitter| Spec | S8 Passive Splitter | JS3 Splitter |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | — |
| Weight | 4.0 lbs | 3.3 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| I/O count | 24 | 4 |
| Price | ~$249 | ~$299 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
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