Conventional dual-fiber patch cables like LC cable can no longer meet the demands with the development of ever-greater bandwidths and network connections to deal with in data centers. MTP/MPO cables, to solve this particular problem, arrived in the market. In one multi-fiber MTP/MPO connector, it accommodates more fibers, which is a practical solution for high-density cabling in data centers.
Overview of MTP/MPO Cable
Of clip clamping multi-core optical fiber connectors, MPO (Multi-Fiber Push-on) is the first generation. In the US, MTP is a registered trademark that is an advanced version of MPO, with good mechanical and optical performance. They are completely compatible and look very the same. MTP/MPO connectors and optical fibers when combined results in MTP/MPO cables.
MTP/MPO connectors usually have a female type (without pins) or a male one (with pins). What results in Key Up and Key down MTP/MPO connectors are the positions of guide and grooves? In connectors for identifying fiber position, a white dot is required.
By MTP/MPO connectors, the MPO/MTP trunk cable density is largely increased and circuit card, as well as rack space, is saved, which for current 40G/100G cabling and upgrades of future network speed are well suited.
MTP/MPO Cable Solutions
For different application environments and requirements based on fiber count, functions, polarity, fiber mode, and jacket rating a variety of MPO/MTP breakout cables are available.
MTP/MPO Trunk Cables
On both ends, MTP/MPO trunk cable is terminated with an MTP/MPO connector (female/male), which for users’ choices is available in 8-144 fiber counts. Typically, for creating a structured cabling system, including backbone and horizontal interconnections such as 40G-40G and 100G-100G direct connections these multi-fiber MTP/MPO trunk cables are quite ideal; hence they achieve a simple and efficient high-performance networking.
By Function
For high-density cabling network MTP/MPO trunk cables, MTP/MPO cables, and MTP/MPO conversion cables are ideal and they offer better network capacity and flexibility.
Conclusion
In terms of fiber mode, cable function, polarity, fiber count, and jacket rating, and with a variety of MTP or MTP breakout cable available, it would be better that we consider specific needs when selecting suitable MTP/MPO cable solutions.
