MMC-24 APC to 3 x MTP-8 APC Breakout Cable, 24 Fibers, OS2
For Tanzanian site work, correct product selection should be followed by careful transport, connector inspection and retention of the fiber records. The 24FMMCMTPSMF breakout converts one 24-fiber MMC APC female interface into three MTP-8 APC female interfaces over OS2 G.657.A1 fiber. It is a single-mode, three-way fan-out for density-optimized parallel cabling. Factory harness polarity defines the relationship between the MMC ferrule and all three eight-fiber branches, eliminating field termination and reducing cabling ambiguity.
Product Highlights
- MMC Female to MTP® Female, 24 Fibers
- OS2 9/125μm, G.657.A1
- MMC insertion loss ≤0.35dB, return loss ≥60dB
- Harness Polarity wiring scheme
- 2.5mm Plenum (OFNP) cable
- Standard length options: 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft)
Specifications
| Part Number | 24FMMCMTPSMF |
|---|---|
| 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 | G.657.A1 |
| Fiber Mode | OS2 9/125μm |
| Wavelength | 1310/1550nm |
| Fiber Count | 24 Fibers |
| Polarity | Harness Polarity |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 2.5mm |
| Cable Jacket | Plenum (OFNP) |
| Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber) | 10mm |
| 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 | ≥60dB |
| Attenuation at 1310nm | ≤0.35dB/km |
| Attenuation at 1550nm | ≤0.21dB/km |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 60°C (14 to 140℉) |
| Storage Temperature | -10 to 70°C (14 to 158℉) |
Three independent eight-fiber paths
Each MTP-8 leg represents one third of the 24-fiber MMC interface. This makes the supplied assembly suitable for equipment and panel layouts that intentionally divide a 24-fiber parallel interface into three groups. It cannot be regarded as a generic one-to-three splitter for arbitrary duplex links. Ensure the port map, pinned mating interfaces and APC polish before assigning the branches.
Single-mode testing and documentation
Maximum insertion loss is 0.35dB and minimum return loss is 60dB. Acceptance records should identify the MMC connector side and each MTP branch so all three optical routes remain traceable after commissioning. OS2 attenuation values are provided at 1310nm and 1550nm, but the entire optical route loss still includes adapters, trunks and connectors beyond this breakout.
Managing a three-leg fan-out
Select 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft) or 3m (10ft) standard versions, or order another length in feet or meters. A three-branch unit needs more space at the branch point than a straight jumper. Support the breakout body, avoid crossing the legs under tension and preserve the 10mm minimum optical-fiber bend radius at every turn.
Ordering and Factory Support
Quote the three-leg OS2 model of 24FMMCMTPSMF with the requested length and number of units. Supply branch numbering and any special leg-length needs so the delivered cable may generally be labeled consistently with your port records. For Tanzanian deliveries, the order details should include any site identification needed by the installation team.
