MTP Fiber Patch Cable

MTP® jumpers enable smooth transitions to higher transmission rates in data centers when used together with our trunk cables. They are mainly applied for interconnection within a cabinet. MTP® cabling offers a budget-friendly alternative to time-intensive on-site terminations, designed for high-density fiber installations in facilities needing space efficiency and easier cable administration.

MTP®-24 is well-suited for 20-fiber multimode parallel optics, including 100G CFP SR10 and 100G CXP SR10 module links.

Please note: US Conec MTP® connectors fully adhere to MPO specifications, featuring unique patented designs, enhanced accuracy, proven dependability, and improved performance over standard MPO connectors.

MTP Fiber Patch Cable Advantage Specifications

Connector A：US Conec MTP® Elite Male (with guide pins)
Connector B：US Conec MTP® Elite Male (with guide pins)
Polish Type：UPC to UPC
Fiber Mode：OM3 50/125μm
Wavelength：850/1300nm
Fiber Count：24 Fibers
Polarity：Type B
Cable Outside Diameter (OD)：3.0mm
Cable Jacket：Plenum (OFNP)
Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber)：7.5mm
Min. Bend Radius (Fiber Cable)：20/10D (Dynamic/Static)
Connector Durability：500 times
Tensile Strength：80/240N (Long/Short Term)
Insertion Loss：0.35dB Max
Return Loss：≥20dB
Attenuation at 850nm：≤2.3dB/km
Attenuation at 1300nm：≤0.6dB/km
Operating Temperature：-10 to 70°C (14 to 158℉)
Storage Temperature：-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185℉)
*MTP is a registered trademark of US Conec Ltd.

MTP Patch Cable Polarity

MTP®-24 Type B is a 24-fiber cable assembly that uses reversed polarity (sometimes called “flipped” polarity). In this configuration, the fiber positions are reversed from one connector end to the other (position 1 on End A connects to position 24 on End B, position 2 connects to position 23, etc.). The connectors are oriented key-up to key-up, which maintains the reversed mapping across the entire row of fibers.
This polarity type is commonly used for parallel optics applications, where the transmit (TX) channels on one end must directly connect to the receive (RX) channels on the other end.

mtp 24 jumper Key Features:

The MTP® 24-fiber Type B male connector is designed for high-density parallel optical transmission in data centers and enterprise networks. Unlike Type A (straight-through), Type B polarity uses a reversed (flipped) configuration, meaning that the fiber positions are mirrored from one end to the other.
In practice, Fiber 1 on one connector maps to Fiber 24 on the opposite connector, Fiber 2 maps to Fiber 23, and so on. This crossed polarity ensures that transmit (Tx) signals from one device are correctly aligned with receive (Rx) signals on the other device, which is essential for duplex and parallel optics communication.
As a male connector, the MTP® 24-fiber Type B plug includes two guide pins that guarantee precise alignment with a female connector, delivering stable optical performance and low insertion loss.

mtp 24 jumper Polarity Example (Simplified):

Fiber 1 ↔ Fiber 24
Fiber 2 ↔ Fiber 23
…
Fiber 12 ↔ Fiber 13
Fiber 13 ↔ Fiber 12
…
Fiber 24 ↔ Fiber 1
This flipped arrangement supports parallel optics and is widely adopted in 100G/200G/400G Ethernet links.

mtp 24 jumper Key Features:

Connector type: MTP® 24-fiber male (with guide pins)
Fiber count: 24 fibers (two rows of 12 fibers each)
Polarity standard: Type B (reversed, flipped mapping)
Performance: Ultra-low insertion loss ferrule design for high-speed transmission
Compatibility: Works with MPO/MTP® cassettes, patch panels, and trunk cables following Type B polarity standards

mtp 24 jumper Applications:

High-speed data transmission: Used in 100G, 200G, and 400G parallel optics connections
Backbone cabling: Ideal for structured cabling in hyperscale and enterprise data centers
Migration-ready networks: Enables seamless upgrade paths from 10G/40G to higher data rates
High-density systems: Reduces rack space by consolidating 24 fibers into a single connector

mtp 24 jumper Advantages:

Reversed polarity: Ensures correct Tx-to-Rx alignment for parallel optics
High-density integration: Supports up to 24 fibers in one compact interface
Stable performance: Guide pins provide precise mating and alignment
Scalability: Suitable for modular cabling architectures and next-generation transmission speeds

MTP Fiber Patch Cable Advantage

• 100% use low-loss connectors
• Each MPO patch cord is fully tested for insertion loss & return loss, 100% tested, and batch goods are not sloppy
• Each line guarantees 3D geometric dimensions and end face integrity, imported equipment measures 3D, and dust-free workshops ensure cleanliness
• Affordable price, quality assurance, source manufacturers take both quality and price into consideration
• All materials have passed REACH/ROHS environmental protection requirements and are of export quality
• Adequate inventory, complete materials, and efficient production
• Customization of special specification MPO patch cords, fast delivery

MTP Fiber Patch Cable Short distance direct connection in rack or cabinet

MTP Fiber Patch Cable Duplex fiber interconnection

MTP Fiber Patch Cable 25G-100G direct connection

You can connect one 100G QSFP28 SR4 optical module to four 25G SFP28 SR optical modules through an 8-core MPO/MTP to four duplex LC multimode breakout cable. Similarly, you can connect one 100G QSFP28 PSM4 optical module to four 25G SFP28 LR optical modules through an 8-core MPO/MTP to four duplex LC multimode breakout cable.

MTP Fiber Patch Cable 100G-CFR&SR interconnection method

The solution is to connect from one 100G CFP optical module to another CFP using a 24-core MPO/MTP to 3×8-core MPO/MTP breakout cable.

MTP Fiber Patch Cable 400G multi-mode connection

MTP Fiber Patch Cable 400G-SR8 interconnection method

The 400G QSFP-DD SR8 optical module uses a standard MPO-16 connector to achieve 400G transmission. The transmission distance through multimode optical fiber can reach up to 70m (OM3) or 100m (OM4).

MTP Fiber Patch Cable Application

High-speed interconnection in data centers

It is used for direct connection of 40G/100G optical modules, supports 400G high-speed transmission, and can improve wiring density and transmission efficiency. For example, 400G QSFP-DD DR4 optical modules can be directly connected through MPO/MTP-8 multimode fiber jumpers. ‌

High-density wiring scenarios

In the backbone wiring of data centers, MTP/MPO trunk fiber jumpers are used in conjunction with adapter modules to achieve interconnection and cross-connection between devices, saving 45% of wiring space. Branch jumpers are used to connect devices with different rates (such as 10G and 40/100G devices). ‌

100G/400G transmission expansion

Supports branch connection of 100G QSFP28 optical modules to 4 25G SFP28 optical modules, or interconnection of 100G CFP optical modules to another CFP. ‌

Fiber-to-Building Applications

It is used for fiber-to-the-building (FTTB) wiring to meet the needs of high-density fiber access.

MTP Fiber Patch Cable Test Series

MTP Polarity Test Process

‌End face cleaning: Use special equipment to remove end face contaminants to avoid affecting the test accuracy. ‌
Morphology detection: Analyze the end face microstructure through 3D imaging technology to detect surface roughness, scratches and other defects. ‌
Insertion loss test: Measure the contact loss between the fiber end face and the connector ferrule to evaluate the signal transmission quality. ‌
Polarity verification: Confirm the correspondence between the number of fiber cores and the connector guide hole to prevent communication failure caused by wrong connection. ‌

MTP Test Key Indicators

Cleaning efficiency: It must reach more than 98% to ensure that there are no residual stains on the end face. ‌
‌Detection accuracy: The resolution of 3D morphology detection must be less than 1.5μ, and the insertion loss error must be controlled within 0.3dB. ‌
Test time: It takes about 10 seconds to detect a single fiber core of a 12-core MPO jumper, and the overall test takes about 2 minutes.

MTP jumper cable Test Common Problems

Pollution sensitivity: Tiny particles on the end face will cause increased loss, and non-contact cleaning methods are required to protect the end face. ‌ ‌