96-Fiber MTP/MPO Single Mode Trunk Cable, 8×MTP/MPO to 8×MTP/MPO OS2 Fiber Patch Cord, Type A/B/C

• 96-fiber OS2 single-mode MTP/MPO trunk cable
• 8 × 12-fiber MTP/MPO connectors on each end
• Factory pre-terminated and individually tested
• MTP® or MPO connector options
• Male or female connector configurations available
• UPC or APC polishing options
• Type A, Type B, and Type C polarity configurations
• Standard and Elite low-loss connector performance options
• Supports high-density parallel optical architectures
• Compatible with 40G and 100G parallel optics networks
• Main cable diameter of approximately 12.0 mm
• 3.0 mm branch cable diameter
• Available with LSZH or OFNP/Plenum jacket options
• Standard cable lengths from 1 m to 300 m, with custom lengths available
• High-count configurations available from 12 to 144 fibers
• 100% optical testing for insertion loss and return loss
• Designed for faster installation and simplified cable management

• Data center backbone and interconnect cabling
• High-density fiber distribution systems
• 40G and 100G parallel-optics networks
• Telecommunications networks
• Optical system access networks
• Local Area Networks (LANs)
• Wide Area Networks (WANs)
• Rack-to-rack fiber connections
• MTP/MPO cassette and module-based architectures
• Space-constrained fiber installations
• High-density enterprise and cloud network infrastructure

OEM and custom MTP/MPO trunk cable assemblies are available for project-specific requirements. Customers can specify fiber count, fiber type, connector brand, MTP/MPO connector gender, connector polish, polarity, cable length, jacket material, jacket color, and connector performance grade.

In addition to the standard 96-fiber configuration, customized high-count assemblies are available in 12-fiber increments, including 12, 24, 36, 48, 72, 96, and 144 fibers. Hybrid MTP/MPO assemblies, female MTP configurations, different polarity schemes, and special cable constructions can also be manufactured according to system requirements.

How does a 96-fiber MTP/MPO trunk cable improve installation efficiency?

Instead of routing and terminating a large number of individual fiber patch cords, the 96-fiber assembly consolidates multiple optical channels into one factory-terminated trunk. This reduces the amount of field work, simplifies cable routing, and helps maintain a cleaner and more organized high-density installation.

How should Type A, Type B, and Type C polarity be selected?

The polarity should be determined by the complete MTP/MPO link architecture rather than selected independently. Type A maintains the same fiber position from one end to the other, Type B reverses the fiber order, while Type C reverses fiber pairs. The appropriate configuration depends on the transceiver, cassette, adapter, and duplexing method used in the network.

Why choose a female MTP/MPO connector instead of a male connector?

MTP/MPO connector gender must match the mating component in the optical system. Male connectors include guide pins for alignment, while female connectors rely on the pins of the mating connector. Selecting the correct gender helps ensure proper mechanical mating and alignment.

What is the advantage of an Elite low-loss connector?

Elite-grade MTP/MPO connectors are designed to provide lower insertion loss than standard connector configurations. This can help preserve the optical power budget in high-density links where multiple connectors, cassettes, and other passive components are present.

Can this 96-fiber assembly be used for applications beyond 40G and 100G?

Yes. The cable provides a passive multi-fiber optical connection, so its usable data rate is primarily determined by the transceivers, fiber type, connector configuration, polarity, and network architecture. The OS2 version is particularly suitable for single-mode high-speed applications where longer reach is required.

Are test results available for individual fibers?

Yes. The assemblies are factory tested for optical performance, including insertion loss and return loss. Test results can be provided with the cable assembly, which helps simplify installation verification and link documentation.