MMC-24 APC to 3 x MTP-8 APC Breakout Cable, 24 Fibers, OM4
For Tanzanian site work, correct product selection should be followed by careful transport, connector inspection and retention of the fiber records. The APC-to-APC model of the 24FMMCMTPOM4 breakout carries 24 OM4 fibers from one MMC APC female connector to three MTP-8 APC Elite female legs. All interface points use APC polish, and the branch point follows factory harness polarity. It offers three eight-fiber multimode routes in one compact, factory-assembled unit.
Product Highlights
- MMC Female to MTP® Female, 24 Fibers
- OM4 50/125μm, bend-insensitive fiber
- MMC insertion loss ≤0.35dB, return loss ≥40/45dB (MMC/MTP®)
- Harness Polarity wiring scheme
- 2.5mm Plenum (OFNP) cable
- Standard length options: 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft)
Specifications
| Part Number | 24FMMCMTPOM4 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 24 Fibers |
| Polarity | Harness 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℉) |
A three-way fan-out with uniform polish
This installed cable is appropriate when both the MMC infrastructure and all three MTP destinations are intended to serve APC. Because the installed connectors are female and non-pinned, pinned mates are requested throughout. Before installation, cross-check that the application truly calls for three eight-fiber branches and that no additional polarity reversal is introduced by the connected trunk or cassette.
Loss values for the complete optical path
The supplied assembly is rated at 0.35dB maximum insertion loss, with at least 40dB return loss at MMC and 45dB at MTP APC. Use these connector-specific values when reviewing the passive connection. OM4 operation at 850/1300nm supports multimode systems, but allowable distance and total interface count remain properties of the complete transceiver link.
Installing and identifying three APC branches
Standard offerings are 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft) and 3m (10ft), with bespoke lengths in feet or meters. Because three comparable MTP connectors leave one fan-out, branch identifiers are especially valuable. Respect gentle routing around the breakout body, examine every ferrule and cap any branch that cannot be regarded as connected immediately.
Ordering and Factory Support
Set out 24FMMCMTPOM4 in the APC-to-APC three-leg setup, with length and number of units. If the three branches terminate in distinct rack locations, incorporate the requested leg arrangement and labeling rather than relying on a generic fan-out diagram. For Tanzanian deliveries, the order details should include any site identification needed by the installation team.
