MTP® to MTP® Female OM4 24 Fibers Trunk Cable 3.0mm LSZH

Product Overview

The 24-Fiber MTP® to MTP® Female OM4 Trunk Cable is a high-performance interconnect solution designed for next-generation data centers requiring maximum density. Unlike standard 12-fiber cables, this assembly utilizes a Base-24 configuration, housing 24 optical fibers within a single, robust 3.0mm round cable. This design effectively doubles the density of your fiber infrastructure without increasing the cable footprint.

Engineered by MeFiber, this trunk is terminated with high-precision Female (Unpinned) connectors on both ends. It is optimized for connecting directly to active equipment (such as 100GBASE-SR10 transceivers) or for high-density backbone trunking between patch panels. The laser-optimized OM4 fiber ensures support for high-speed Ethernet applications over extended distances, while the LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacket provides critical safety in enclosed environments.

Key Features

• High-Density Base-24: Utilizes a single MTP®/MPO connector with 24 fibers (arranged in two rows of 12), maximizing panel space utilization.
• 3.0mm Round Construction: The rugged 3.0mm double-jacket design offers superior durability and easier cable management compared to fragile flat ribbon cables.
• OM4 Multimode Performance: Supports 100G and 120G parallel optics applications with low attenuation and high bandwidth.
• Female (Unpinned) Interface: Designed for direct connection to Male (pinned) transceivers or pinned panel cassettes.
• LSZH Safety: The Low Smoke Zero Halogen jacket reduces the risk of toxicity and corrosion in the event of a fire.
• MeFiber Reliability: 100% factory tested for insertion loss, return loss, and end-face geometry to ensure network uptime.

Applications

The 24-fiber 3.0mm trunk is a versatile component for modern network architectures:

• 100GBASE-SR10 Interconnects: Directly connects CFP/CXP transceivers which utilize 24 fibers (20 active) for 100G links.
• High-Density Aggregation: Links Base-24 cassettes or adapter panels in Main Distribution Areas (MDA).
• Migration Paths: Provides a seamless migration path from 10G to 40G and 100G without replacing trunk cabling.
• Space-Constrained Racks: The slim 3.0mm profile significantly improves airflow and cable routing in crowded server cabinets.

Specifications

FAQ

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

MPO (Multi-Fiber Push On) is the generic industry standard for multi-fiber connectors defined by the IEC. MTP® is a superior, trademarked brand of MPO connector manufactured by US Conec. The MTP® connector incorporates specific engineering enhancements, such as a floating ferrule for better physical contact and stainless steel elliptical guide pins to reduce wear. While both are compatible, MTP® connectors are often preferred for high-fiber-count applications (like 24 fibers) to ensure precise alignment.

2. What does “Base-24” mean?

Base-24 refers to using a connector that holds 24 fibers in a single ferrule (typically arranged in two rows of 12). This allows for higher density compared to Base-12 (12 fibers). It is commonly used for 100G applications (like 100GBASE-SR10) or to simply run more fibers in less space.

3. Why use a 3.0mm round cable instead of a ribbon cable?

Standard ribbon cables are flat and can be fragile if twisted or crushed. The MeFiber 3.0mm round cable encases the fibers (and aramid yarn strength members) inside a circular jacket. This makes the cable much tougher, crush-resistant, and easier to route through cable managers in any direction without kinking.

4. Do I need Type A, B, or C polarity?

Polarity is critical for ensuring the transmit signal on one end matches the receive signal on the other. Type B is the most common standard for MPO trunks. However, 100G applications often have specific polarity requirements. We recommend checking your equipment documentation, but we can configure this cable to Type A, B, or C upon request.