MTP Patch Cable

MTP® jumpers enable seamless upgrades to higher data rates in data centers when used with trunk cables. They are mainly deployed for cabinet patching. MTP® cables offer a cost-effective solution over traditional field termination, and are designed for high-density fiber patching in data centers that require space-saving and easier cable management.

Because MTP®-12 connectors also support MTP®-8 fiber systems, they are ideal for 8-fiber parallel single-mode optical transceiver applications. These include connections for 40G QSFP+ PLR4, 100G QSFP28 PSM4, 400G OSFP DR4/XDR4, and 400G QSFP-DD DR4/XDR4 optics.

MTP 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：APC to APC
Fiber Mode：OS2 9/125μm（G657A1）
Wavelength：1310/1550nm
Fiber Count：12 Fibers
Polarity：Type C
Cable Outside Diameter (OD)：3.0mm
Cable Jacket：Plenum (OFNP)
Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber)：10mm
Min. Bend Radius (Fiber Cable)：10/5D (Dynamic/Static)
Connector Durability：500 times
Tensile Strength：80/240N (Long/Short Term)
Insertion Loss：0.35dB Max (0.15dB Typ.)
Return Loss：≥60dB
Attenuation at 1310nm：≤0.32dB/km
Attenuation at 1550nm：≤0.18dB/km
Operating Temperature：-10 to 60°C (14 to 140℉)
Storage Temperature：-10 to 70°C (14 to 158℉)
*MTP is a registered trademark of US Conec Ltd.

MTP Patch Cable Polarity

The MTP® 12-fiber Type C male connector is a high-density optical interconnect designed for data center structured cabling systems. Type C polarity follows a pairwise flip mapping, which means fibers are crossed in pairs to ensure that transmit (Tx) fibers at one end always align with the corresponding receive (Rx) fibers at the other end. For example: Fiber 1 → Fiber 2, Fiber 2 → Fiber 1; Fiber 3 → Fiber 4, Fiber 4 → Fiber 3 … Fiber 11 → Fiber 12, Fiber 12 → Fiber 11.
As a male connector, it contains two alignment pins on the ferrule. These pins ensure precise fiber-to-fiber alignment when mating with female connectors, providing stable performance with low insertion loss.

mtp 12 jumper Key Features:

Connector type: MTP® 12-fiber male (with guide pins)
Fiber count: 12 fibers in a single-row high-density ferrule
Polarity standard: Type C (pairwise flip, adjacent fibers swapped)
Cable jacket options: OFNR, OFNP, or LSZH, with standard colors (yellow for OS2, aqua/violet for OM3/OM4, lime green for OM5)
Enhanced design: MTP® technology improves return loss, reduces insertion loss, and offers better mechanical durability than standard MPO connectors

mtp 12 jumper Applications:

Duplex transmission systems: Type C polarity is especially suited for duplex patching, ensuring proper Tx/Rx mapping without requiring polarity flipping at the patch panel
Backbone cabling: Connects MTP® trunks, cassettes, and distribution panels in structured cabling systems
Data center interconnects: Supports high-density environments with simple polarity management
Migration path: Provides compatibility with duplex 10G applications and modular upgrades to parallel 40G/100G systems

mtp 12 jumper Advantages:

Correct Tx/Rx alignment: Pairwise flipping ensures that transmit and receive channels are always properly connected
Compact and efficient: 12 fibers in one connector reduce cabling bulk in high-density racks
Reliable alignment: Male guide pins ensure stable and precise mating with female connectors
Future-ready: Flexible polarity scheme supports both duplex and parallel optics migration strategies

MTP 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 jumper cable 400G-400G direct connection mode

When the 400G QSFP-DD DR4 optical modules at both ends of the machine room can be connected through MPO/MTP-8 single-mode fiber jumpers to achieve 400G transmission.

MTP jumper cable  single-mode connection

MTP jumper cable SPIN-LEAF connection method

MTP jumper 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 single-mode 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 jumper 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. ‌ ‌