Customized MMC-24 Trunk Cable, 24-576 Fibers, OS2
For Tanzanian site work, correct product selection should be followed by careful transport, connector inspection and retention of the fiber records. This customized MMC-24 trunk uses 24-fiber MMC sub-units to create OS2 backbone assemblies from 24 to 576 fibers. Depending on setup, the supplied cable outside diameter ranges from 4.0 to 18.0mm. APC interfaces, G.657.A1 bend-insensitive glass and plenum jacketing suit high-capacity single-mode links where installation time and panel density are key design constraints.
Product Highlights
- MMC to MMC, 24-576 Fibers
- OS2 9/125μm, G.657.A1
- MMC insertion loss ≤0.35dB, return loss ≥60dB
- Trunk/ Extender Polarity wiring scheme
- 4.0-18.0mm Plenum (OFNP) cable
- Length and fiber count manufactured to the project requirement
Specifications
| Part Number | XXMMCSMF |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector A | US Conec MMC |
| Connector B | US Conec MMC |
| Polish Type | APC to APC |
| Glass Fiber | G.657.A1 |
| Fiber Mode | OS2 9/125μm |
| Wavelength | 1310/1550nm |
| Fiber Count | 24-576 Fibers |
| Polarity | Trunk/ Extender Polarity |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 4.0-18.0mm |
| Cable Jacket | Plenum (OFNP) |
| Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber) | 10mm |
| Min. Bend Radius (Fiber Cable) | 20/10D (Dynamic/Static) |
| Tensile Strength (Long Term) | 200-400N |
| Tensile Strength (Short Term) | 660-1320N |
| 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℉) |
When a 24-fiber sub-unit is appropriate
MMC-24 build concentrates more fibers into each multi-fiber location than MMC-16, which can reduce the number of sub-units in a large backbone. It further changes the documented fiber map at every termination. The connected panels and equipment patch cords should be intended to serve the identical 24-fiber organization; otherwise a 24-fiber trunk cannot be made compatible simply by changing a label or adapter.
Mechanical planning for high-capacity routes
Across the customizable range, long-term tensile strength is 200–400N and short-term strength is 660–1320N, but the relevant build is dependent on fiber count. A 576-fiber path needs distinct handling from a 24-fiber cord. Plan tray fill, pulling access, reel handling and the 20/10D dynamic/static bend needs before selecting the final cable design.
A configuration built from the project drawing
No fixed standard length is assigned to this trunk. Orders are built to the requested meter or foot length and can use trunk or extender polarity. Incorporate the number of 24-fiber sub-units, connector gender, fan-out dimensions and identification scheme. The 4.0–18.0mm diameter range and fiber-count maximum are series boundaries, not a promise that every combination has the identical build.
Ordering and Factory Support
Reference XXMMCSMF for the MMC-24 trunk series and submit the requested length, total fiber count and port map. Our staff can then ensure diameter, sub-unit arrangement, pulling needs and identifiers before manufacturing the backbone. For Tanzanian deliveries, the order details should include any site identification needed by the installation team.
