MTP® Elite Female-Female Patch Cord | Base-12 | Single Mode G651.OM4 | 3.0mm

Overview

This Base-12 Female-to-Female MPO/MTP® OM4 Multimode Patch Cord serves as a high-speed extension cable for data center backbone cabling. Its primary function is to connect two Male (pinned) MPO/MTP® trunk cables, effectively extending the length of a high-density link. The Female connectors on each end are unpinned, designed to mate perfectly with the alignment pins of Male connectors.

Engineered with 12 strands of laser-optimized OM4 multimode fiber, this cable maintains signal integrity for 40G and 100G parallel optic applications. Using MTP® Elite connectors guarantees minimal insertion loss and superior performance. This cable is an essential component for creating longer MPO/MTP® channels or for patching between trunk cables in a structured cabling environment.

Key Features

• Terminated with two Female (unpinned) MTP® Elite connectors for extending Male MPO/MTP® trunks.
• Features a Base-12 fiber configuration, compatible with 40GBASE-SR4 and 100GBASE-SR4 standards.
• Constructed with premium laser-optimized OM4 multimode fiber (50/125µm).
• Aqua-colored jacket (OFNP/LSZH) provides clear visual identification of the OM4 fiber type.
• A robust 3.0mm cable diameter ensures durability while remaining manageable.
• 100% factory-terminated and interferometrically tested for guaranteed low-loss performance.

Applications

Unlike Male-ended cables used for direct equipment connections, this Female-to-Female cable is a dedicated extension piece. It is used in structured cabling systems to join two pre-existing Male-ended MPO/MTP® trunk or patch cables. This is common in scenarios where a trunk cable needs to be extended to reach a different row of racks or connect to another patch panel within a data center’s Main or Horizontal Distribution Area.

Specifications

Cross-Platform Compatibility

This cable is specifically designed to bridge the gap between two Male MPO/MTP® connectors. The Female (unpinned) ends accept the guide pins from Male connectors, creating a secure, precisely aligned 12-fiber link. It is crucial to remember that this cable cannot be plugged directly into equipment like transceivers or adapter panels, as those ports are also typically Female (unpinned).

FAQ (Technical & Product Questions)

1. What is the primary use of a Female-to-Female MPO/MTP® cable?

Its primary use is to act as an extension cord. It connects two separate MPO/MTP® cables that both have Male (pinned) connectors, effectively joining them into a single, longer cable run.

2. Can I plug this cable directly into my 40G QSFP+ transceiver?

No. QSFP+ transceivers have Female (unpinned) MPO/MTP® ports. You cannot connect a Female cable to a Female port. For a direct transceiver connection, you must use a Male (pinned) MPO/MTP® cable.

3. Why does the product title mention “Single Mode” when it’s an OM4 cable?

The product title contains a typo. The product description and specifications correctly identify this as a Multimode OM4 fiber optic cable, which is indicated by its 50µm core and aqua-colored jacket. It is not a single mode cable.

4. What is the difference between a Male and Female MTP® connector?

A Male MTP® connector has two metal guide pins protruding from the connector face for alignment. A Female MTP® connector has two corresponding holes to receive those pins. A connection always requires one Male and one Female connector.

5. How do I ensure correct polarity when using this as an extension?

To simply extend a trunk cable without changing the fiber mapping, you typically use a Type A (straight-through) polarity extension cable. This preserves the polarity of the original trunk. However, always verify the polarity scheme of your entire channel before ordering.

6. Is this cable compatible with both MPO and MTP® connectors?

Yes. MTP® is a high-performance brand of MPO connector and is fully backward compatible. This Female MTP® Elite cable can connect to any standard Male MPO or Male MTP® connector.