MTP® Elite Female-Female Patch Cord | Base-24 | Single Mode G657.A2 | 3.0mm

Overview

This is a Base-24 Female-to-Female Single Mode MPO/MTP® Extension Cable, purpose-built to connect two Male (pinned) MPO/MTP® trunk cables end-to-end. It acts as a high-density coupler, allowing you to extend the reach of your existing backbone cabling without needing to replace the entire link. This is an ideal solution for data center expansions or equipment relocations where existing cable runs fall short.

Equipped with unpinned (Female) MTP® Elite connectors on both ends, this cable ensures a precise, low-loss connection between two Male cables. It is constructed with G.657.A2 bend-insensitive single mode fiber, which maintains signal integrity for long-distance links even when routed through confined spaces. The 24-fiber design provides a simple, high-density solution for extending single mode network segments.

Key Features

• Terminated with two Female (unpinned) MTP® Elite connectors for ultra-low insertion loss.
• Engineered with a Base-24 fiber configuration for high-density links.
• Functions as an extension piece for joining two Male MPO/MTP® single mode cables.
• Built with premium G.657.A2 bend-insensitive single mode fiber (9/125µm).
• Yellow-colored jacket (OFNP/LSZH) clearly indicates single mode fiber.
• Slim 3.0mm cable diameter simplifies cable management in dense racks.
• Factory-terminated and 100% tested to guarantee reliable performance when extending links.

Applications

The sole application for a Female-to-Female MPO/MTP® cable is to serve as an extension cord within a structured cabling system. It connects two Male-ended single mode trunk cables, effectively creating a longer single trunk. This is a common requirement in large-scale data centers and telecom networks for long-haul backbones, especially when infrastructure is modified and existing cables cannot reach newly positioned equipment, saving significant cost and installation time.

Specifications

Cross-Platform Compatibility

This cable is built exclusively for cable-to-cable connections. Its Female MTP® connectors mate perfectly with Male (pinned) MTP® connectors found on trunk cables. It cannot be plugged directly into most transceivers or network devices, as those have unpinned ports that require a Male cable connector. When extending a link, you must choose the polarity carefully to maintain the correct end-to-end transmit/receive pathway.

Advantages

This extension cable provides significant flexibility and cost savings. Instead of replacing a perfectly functional trunk cable that is simply too short, you can use this piece to bridge the gap. This approach minimizes network downtime, labor costs, and material waste. The use of premium MTP® Elite connectors is critical, ensuring the additional connection point introduces minimal insertion loss and protects the integrity of your long-reach link-loss budget.

By using a dedicated extension cable, you maintain a modular and scalable network design. The robust G.657.A2 fiber offers superior bend resilience, making it a reliable medium for high-speed, long-distance data transmission that is far less susceptible to handling-induced signal loss.

FAQ (Technical & Product Questions)

1. What is the main purpose of a Female-to-Female single mode MPO/MTP® cable?

Its main purpose is to function as an extension cord. It is specifically designed to connect two separate single mode MPO/MTP® cables that both have Male (pinned) connectors, creating a single, longer cable run for long-distance networks.

2. Can I plug this cable directly into a transceiver or adapter panel?

No. Most transceivers and adapter panels have Female (unpinned) ports and require a Male (pinned) cable connector for proper alignment. This Female-to-Female cable is designed to join two Male cables, not to plug directly into equipment.

3. Why is this cable better than using an adapter to join two cables?

While an adapter works, a dedicated extension cable creates a more robust, stable, and sealed connection with fewer potential failure points. This single-component solution is cleaner and often results in lower overall signal loss compared to an adapter plus a short jumper.

4. What does “unpinned” mean for an MPO/MTP® connector?

“Unpinned” signifies a Female MPO/MTP® connector. It does not have the two metal guide pins but instead has two guide holes to receive the pins from a Male connector, ensuring a precise and stable connection.

5. Will using this extension cable degrade my single mode link?

Every connection point adds a small amount of insertion loss. This cable uses low-loss MTP® Elite connectors (≤0.25dB) to minimize this impact. You must always verify that the total loss of the extended channel remains within the strict loss budget of your single mode equipment.

6. What polarity should I choose for this extension cable?

The polarity depends on the cables you are connecting. To extend a standard Type B (crossover) trunk for a direct equipment link, you would typically use a Type A (straight-through) extension cable to maintain the correct end-to-end fiber mapping.

7. What is the benefit of G.657.A2 fiber in this cable?

G.657.A2 is a bend-insensitive fiber. It can be bent tightly without significant signal loss, which is a major advantage during installation in crowded racks and conduits, protecting the integrity of long-distance single mode signals.

8. Can I use this for multimode applications?

Absolutely not. This is a single mode cable (9µm core). Using it with multimode systems (50µm core) will lead to massive signal loss and complete link failure due to the mismatch in fiber core sizes.