MMC-16 to MTP-16 APC Jumper, 16 Fibers, OM4
For Tanzanian site work, correct product selection should be followed by careful transport, connector inspection and retention of the fiber records. This MMC-16 to MTP-16 jumper connects two distinct multi-fiber form factors over sixteen OM4 fibers. The MMC connector side and MTP Elite end are both APC female, and the bend-insensitive multimode cable uses a 2.5mm plenum jacket. It offers a direct, compact patching choice between MMC infrastructure and existing MTP-16 multimode hardware.
Product Highlights
- MMC Female to MTP® Female, 16 Fibers
- OM4 50/125μm, bend-insensitive fiber
- MMC insertion loss ≤0.35dB, return loss ≥40/45dB (MMC/MTP®)
- Jumper Polarity wiring scheme
- 2.5mm Plenum (OFNP) cable
- Standard length options: 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft)
Specifications
| Part Number | 16FMMCMTPOM4 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector A | US Conec MMC Female (Non-Pinned) |
| Connector B | US Conec MTP® Elite Female (Non-Pinned) |
| Polish Type | APC to APC |
| Glass Fiber | Bend Insensitive Fiber |
| Fiber Mode | OM4 50/125μm |
| Wavelength | 850/1300nm |
| Fiber Count | 16 Fibers |
| Polarity | Jumper Polarity |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 2.5mm |
| Cable Jacket | Plenum (OFNP) |
| Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber) | 7.5mm |
| Min. Bend Radius (Fiber Cable) | 20/10D (Dynamic/Static) |
| Tensile Strength (Long Term) | 30N |
| Tensile Strength (Short Term) | 100N |
| Insertion Loss | ≤0.35dB |
| Return Loss | ≥40/45dB (MMC/MTP®) |
| Attenuation at 850nm | ≤2.3dB/km |
| Attenuation at 1300nm | ≤0.6dB/km |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 60°C (14 to 140℉) |
| Storage Temperature | -10 to 70°C (14 to 158℉) |
Practical role in a multimode channel
The supplied assembly suits migrations where MMC panels are being introduced without replacing every MTP-based interface. A single factory-built jumper avoids an extra adapter pair that would otherwise be needed to convert form factors. It remains essential to look at that the active equipment or cassette presents the correct pinned mates and that the link requires APC at both connector ends.
Connector-specific return-loss requirements
Whereas the MTP APC interface is specified for at least 45dB; maximum insertion loss across the supplied assembly is 0.35dB, the MMC interface is specified for at least 40dB return loss. Keeping separate connector values in the documentation makes fault finding more meaningful. OM4 attenuation is 2.3dB/km at 850nm and 0.6dB/km at 1300nm, with actual setup reach set by the optics.
Installation length and cable care
Select from 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft) and 3m (10ft) standard versions, or order a custom meter or foot length. Never try to pull the supplied assembly by either connector boot during routing. Support the 2.5mm cable through the manager, retain the 7.5mm fiber bend allowance and keep dust caps fitted until both end faces have been inspected.
Ordering and Factory Support
Order by part number 16FMMCMTPOM4 with length and number of units. Custom identifiers can identify the MMC and MTP ends independently, which is helpful when various transition patch cords occupy the identical panel; order this labeling when submitting the order. For Tanzanian deliveries, the order details should include any site identification needed by the installation team.
