This multimode OM3 fiber optic MPO trunk cable is made with Corning glass fiber and consists of a MPO/MTP female connector on both ends. It is used in high bandwidth datacenter applications connecting switches or MPO/MTP cassettes.
MPO POLARITY, METHOD A VS. METHOD B
MPO/MTP cables can be conpd in a number of different polarities, method A, method B or method C.
Method A would be considered straight through, position 1-1, 2-2, 3-3 etc.
Method B is considered cross over, position 1-12, 2-11, 3-10 etc.
Method C would be the least common and is considered a paired cross over, position 1-2, 2-1, 3-4, 4-3 etc.
Infinite Cables stocks method A and method B cables. Method C cables are available by special order. The diagrams below further highlight method A and method B polarities.
METHOD A
METHOD B
| Physical Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Color | Aqua |
| Cable Diameter | 3mm |
| Fiber Count | 12 Fibers |
| Fiber Type | Multimode OM3 50/125 Micron |
| Polarity | Method A / Method B |
| Glass Manufacturer | Corning Glass |
| Jacket Rating | Plenum (OFNP) |
| Connector(s) | |
| Connector A | 1 – 12-Position MPO Female (no guide pins) Elite Connectors |
| Connector B | 1 – 12-Position MPO/PC Female (no guide pins) Elite Connectors |
| Performance | |
| Insertion Loss | ≤0.35 dB |
| Return Loss | ≥20db |
| Testing | 100% IL, RL and Interferometer Tested |
| Environmental | |
| RoHS | Yes |
| UL | UL Listed Cable |
| Packaging Information | |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
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