MTP Female to 16 LC Duplex Fanout Cable, 16-Fiber OM4 Multimode

• High-density MTP-to-LC duplex fanout configuration
• Designed for 16-fiber MTP connectivity
• US Conec MTP® female connector with pinless design
• Sixteen individual LC duplex connections
• OM4 50/125μm multimode fiber
• Corning ClearCurve® glass fiber available
• Supports 850nm and 1300nm transmission
• Ruggedized fanout structure for improved fiber protection
• Direct connection between backbone cabling and active equipment
• Factory-terminated for simplified installation
• 100% insertion loss and return loss testing
• Space-efficient design for high-density rack environments

• Data center fiber connectivity
• Server room network connections
• MTP/MPO backbone breakout
• High-density fiber distribution systems
• Optical patching and cross-connects
• Network switch and server connections
• Telecommunications infrastructure
• Structured fiber optic cabling
• High-density rack and cabinet installations

OEM and customized MTP-to-LC fanout cable assemblies can be manufactured according to specific network architecture and equipment requirements. Customers can specify fiber type, cable length, breakout length, connector brand, connector configuration, MTP polarity, fiber mapping, jacket material, and other cable assembly parameters.

Custom labeling, cable identification, packaging, private-label production, and enhanced testing options are also available for OEM and volume projects. Customized cable assemblies can be manufactured according to customer drawings, technical specifications, or existing samples to ensure compatibility with the target cabling system.

How can one MTP interface connect to 16 LC duplex ports?

The fiber mapping depends on the MTP configuration and the intended optical architecture. A 16-fiber MTP interface provides 16 individual optical fibers, while each LC duplex connection uses two fibers. Therefore, a true one-to-16 LC duplex configuration would require 32 individual fibers. For this reason, the stated 16-fiber MTP-to-16 LC duplex configuration should be verified against the actual MTP fiber count and product design before production.

What should be confirmed when ordering a high-density MTP fanout cable?

The MTP fiber count, connector gender, polarity, fiber mapping, LC connector type, fiber mode, breakout configuration, and equipment port arrangement should all be confirmed. These parameters determine whether the individual LC branches will correspond correctly to the intended optical channels.

What is the purpose of 100% insertion loss and return loss testing?

Insertion loss testing measures the optical power lost through the connectorized assembly, while return loss evaluates the amount of optical power reflected back toward the source. Testing every assembly helps identify connector or termination issues before shipment and provides greater consistency across deployed cable assemblies.

Why is a ruggedized fanout preferred for direct equipment connections?

The breakout section is a mechanically sensitive transition point where the multi-fiber trunk separates into individual branches. A ruggedized structure provides additional protection and helps maintain organized fiber routing, which is particularly useful when the cable is installed directly between backbone cabling and active equipment.

Can the fanout assembly be customized for different fiber counts?

Yes. MTP/MPO fanout assemblies can be configured with different fiber counts and breakout arrangements according to the required network architecture. The connector configuration and fiber mapping should be defined together to ensure the finished assembly matches the connected equipment.