MTP® connector for greater network capacity

The digital transformation of the telecommunications market forces operators to ensure stable connectivity and high network performance. More customers and more services are the reasons why administrators are looking for profitable solutions to optimize their space and, consequently, their equipment.

The launch of a new MTP® connector termination line at FCA is the answer to these needs. Space savings, higher transfer rates (up to 400G), increased density, and shorter installation times are just a few of the many benefits of using this type of connector in your data processing facility.

Let’s start from the beginning. What is an MTP® connector?

MTP® stands for Multi-fiber Termination Push- which is a registered trademark of US Conec. The MTP® connector is an enhanced version of the MPO (Multifiber Push-On) connector, one of the data centre’s most widely used connectors. Both the MTP® and MPO connectors comply with the “IEC-61754-5” and “TIA-604-5 (FOCIS 5)” standards, confirming their compatibility. Moreover, the MTP® connector can be directly connected to the MPO fiber patchcord and devices equipped with such a connector. However, the MTP® connector significantly improves transmission and mechanical performance compared to MPO.

The MTP® connector is a high-performance fiber optic connector that guarantees the use of up to 24 fibers in a single connector. The patented MT floating ferrule design ensures the stability of the fiber connection. The MT (mechanical transferable) ferrule is made of a monolithic, precision glass-filled polymer. The high accuracy of the MT ferrule allows for low losses in each fiber, which contributes to precision stability and optimal alignment for superior transmission performance.

MTP® connectors come in two configurations: male and female. The male connector has pins, while the female connector has no pins at all. Two MTP® connectors connected to each other must have a male and female form, so the connection between MTP® connectors is precisely aligned.

These features make the MTP® connector ideal for Data Centers and server rooms. In these places, due to the ever-increasing volume of processed data, a solution is needed, affecting space optimization, guaranteeing the use of a large number of fibers and ensuring convenient installation.