24 Fibers MPO to MPO Female OM4 Trunk Cable

Product Overview

The 24-Fiber MPO/MTP® Female to Female OM4 Trunk Cable is a cutting-edge high-density cabling solution designed to maximize space efficiency in data centers. Utilizing Base-24 technology, this cable consolidates 24 optical fibers into a single MPO connector footprint. This allows for a significant reduction in cabling bulk compared to traditional Base-12 or duplex cabling systems.

Manufactured by MeFiber, this trunk features Female (Unpinned) connectors on both ends, specifically designed to mate with Male (Pinned) transceivers or active equipment ports commonly found in 100G hardware (such as CFP or CXP modules). The premium OM4 multimode fiber ensures reliable transmission for 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GBASE-SR10) over distances up to 150 meters, making it the backbone of choice for high-performance computing and enterprise networks.

Key Features

• Base-24 Configuration: Features a single 24-fiber ferrule connector (arranged in two rows of 12), doubling the density of standard 12-fiber MPO cables.
• 100G Ready: Specifically optimized for 100GBASE-SR10 applications, where 20 fibers are used for transmission (10 Tx / 10 Rx).
• Female-to-Female Interface: Unpinned connectors ensure safe and precise mating with pinned optical transceivers and panel cassettes.
• OM4 Laser-Optimized Fiber: Provides high-bandwidth capabilities and backward compatibility with OM3 networks.
• Space Saving: Reduces cable management congestion by carrying more data in fewer physical cables.
• Factory Terminated: MeFiber cables are rigorously tested for end-face geometry and insertion loss to guarantee performance out of the box.

Applications

This 24-fiber trunk is essential for modern high-speed architectures:

• 100G Equipment Interconnects: Directly linking high-speed switches and routers using 100GBASE-SR10 optics.
• High-Density Zones: Connecting Main Distribution Areas (MDA) where rack space is at a premium.
• Fibre Channel: Supporting high-throughput storage area networks (SAN).
• Parallel Optics Aggregation: Acting as a consolidated trunk that can be broken out into multiple 10G or 40G links via cassettes.

Specifications

FAQ

1. What is the difference between MPO and MTP®?

MPO (Multi-Fiber Push On) is the generic connector standard defined by the IEC. MTP® is a high-performance brand of MPO connector manufactured by US Conec. The MTP® connector features advanced design improvements, such as a floating ferrule, stainless steel guide pins, and a removable housing. These features ensure superior durability and signal integrity. While standard MPO connectors function well, MTP® connectors are highly recommended for high-density applications like 24-fiber connections to ensure precise physical contact.

2. What is a “Base-24” connector?

A Base-24 connector uses a single MPO ferrule that holds 24 fibers, typically arranged in two rows of 12. This is different from a standard Base-12 connector which holds only one row of 12 fibers. Base-24 allows you to support higher bandwidth applications (like 100G) or simply double your fiber density in the same amount of patch panel space.

3. Do I need Female or Male connectors?

For connecting directly to optical transceivers (like QSFP, CFP, or CXP modules), you almost always need a Female (Unpinned) connector, because the transceivers have pins. If you are connecting to a patch panel or cassette, you need to check the gender of the panel’s ports. This specific product is Female-to-Female, making it ideal for transceiver-to-transceiver or transceiver-to-male-panel links.

4. What is the polarity for this cable?

The default polarity for 24-fiber trunks varies based on the application (e.g., 100GBASE-SR10 usually requires a specific crossover). MeFiber can configure this cable with Type A (Straight-Through), Type B (Inverted), or Type C (Pairs Flipped) polarity depending on your network design. Please verify your equipment requirements before ordering.