The MPO connector (known as multi-fiber push-on and also as multi-path push-on) is a multi-fiber connector defined according to IEC 61754-7 and TIA/EIA 604-5 that can accommodate up to 72 fibers in the tiniest of spaces, comparable to an RJ45 connector. MPO connectors are most commonly used for 12 or 24 fibers.
Specifications
| Connector A | MPO Female (pinless) | Connector B | LC UPC Duplex |
| Fiber Mode | OM3 50/125 μm | Wavelength | 850/1300 nm |
| 40/100G Ethernet Distance | 100 m at 850 nm | 10G Ethernet Distance | 300 m at 850 nm |
| Glass Fiber | Corning/YOFC | ISO9001 Compliancy Status | Compliant |
| MPO Connector IL | 0.35 dB Max. (0.15 dB Typ.) | LC Connector IL | ≤ 0.2 dB |
| MPO Connector RL | ≥ 20 dB | LC Connector RL | ≥ 20 dB |
| Attenuation at 850 nm | ≤ 2.3 dB/km | Attenuation at 1300 nm | ≤ 0.6 dB/km |
| Cable Jacket | LSZH | Fiber Count | 8 Fibers |
| Jacket OD | 3.0 mm | Fan-Out Diameter | 2.0 mm |
| Installation Tensile Load | 100 N | Long-Term Tensile Load | 50 N |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 70°C | Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Note: Maximum Bandwidths of Different Multimode Fibers
OM1 – 62.5/125um – 10GBit up to 33 meters (108 feet)
OM2 – 50/125um – 10GBit up to 82 meters (270 feet)
OM3 – 50/125um, Laser Optimized – 10GBit up to 300 meters (984 feet)
OM4 – 50/125um, Laser Optimized – 10GBit up to 550 meters (1805 feet)
0.35 dB Ultra Low IL Connector
The MPO connectors utilize precision molded MT ferrules, with metal guide pins and precise housing dimensions to ensure a max.
0.35 dB and typical lower than 0.15 dB IL.
7.5 mm Minimum Bend Radius
With BIF, our cable is designed for improved bend performance in reduced-radius applications such as residential or office
environments which have less bend sensitivity
