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An MPO (Multi-fiber Push-On) connector is a type of fiber optic connector designed to terminate multiple fibers (typically 8, 12, 16, or 24) within a single connector housing. It's commonly used in high-density fiber optic applications, such as data centers and high-speed networks, where space and cabling efficiency are crucial.
The MTP connector design offers novel patented features, enhanced precision, proven reliability, and significant performance improvements compared to the standard MPO connector format. These connectors come in male (with pins) and female (without pins) for proper mating to avoid damaging the fibers.
MTP MPO (Multi-fiber Termination Push-on) connectors typically support 12 or 24 fibers within a single connector. However, they can also be found with 8, 16, 32, and even 72 fibers. The most common configurations are 12 and 24 fibers, especially in data center applications.
An MTP MPO patch cord is a type of fiber optic cable terminated with MPO connectors, allowing for high-density connections used in data centers and high-bandwidth applications. These patch cords connect equipment, patch panels, or cassettes efficiently.
MTP/MPO harness cable, also called breakout or fan-out cable, is terminated with MTP/MPO connectors on one end and MTP/MPO/LC/FC/SC/ST/MTRJ connectors (generally MTP to LC) on the other. The main cable is usually 3.0mm LSZH Round cable, with 2.0mm breakout legs.
Fiber patch cables are compliant to IEC-61754-7 and TIA-604-5(FOCIS-5) Standards. Available in Standard and Elite (Low Loss) types. Jacket options include 3.0mm round, flat ribbon, or bare ribbon. Fiber types supported include Single mode (G652D, G657A1) and Multimode (OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, OM5) in 8, 12, 16, 24, and 48 core assemblies.
Multimode fiber optic cable has a large diametral core allowing multiple modes of light to propagate, ideal for short-distance data and audio/video applications in LANs. OM4 uses a 50µm core and supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet at lengths up to 550 meters and 100 Gigabit Ethernet up to 150 meters. The jacket color is typically aqua or violet.
| Type | Single Mode (APC) | Single Mode (UPC) | Multi Mode (PC) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber Count | 8, 12, 24 etc. | 8, 12, 24 etc. | 8, 12, 24 etc. | |||
| Fiber Type | G652D, G657A1 etc. | G652D, G657A1 etc. | OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, OM5, etc. | |||
| Max. Insertion Loss | Elite (Low Loss) | Standard | Elite (Low Loss) | Standard | Elite (Low Loss) | Standard |
| Value | ≤0.35 dB | ≤0.75 dB | ≤0.35 dB | ≤0.75 dB | ≤0.35 dB | ≤0.60 dB |
| Return Loss | ≥60 dB | ≥60 dB | N/A | |||
| Operating Temp | -40℃ ~ +80℃ | -40℃ ~ +80℃ | -40℃ ~ +80℃ | |||
| Test Wavelength | 1310nm / 850nm | |||||
| Durability | 1000 times < 0.5 dB | |||||
MTP is a branded version of the MPO connector that includes patented improvements for better mechanical and optical performance, including enhanced precision and proven reliability compared to standard MPO formats.
While 12 and 24 fibers are the most common configurations for data centers, these connectors can support anywhere from 8, 16, 32, up to 72 fibers in a single housing.
A harness (or breakout) cable features an MTP/MPO connector on one end and transitions into individual standard connectors like LC, SC, or FC on the other end, allowing high-density cables to connect to individual equipment ports.
OM4 multimode fiber supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet at lengths up to 550 meters and 100 Gigabit Ethernet at lengths up to 150 meters.
MTP connectors use a pin-and-socket system for alignment. Male connectors have pins, while female connectors have holes (no pins). Proper mating requires one male and one female connector to ensure fiber cores align perfectly without damage.
Elite (or Low Loss) connectors are manufactured to tighter tolerances to provide a lower insertion loss (typically ≤0.35 dB) compared to standard connectors (typically ≤0.75 dB), which is critical for high-speed network power budgets.
