High-performance MPO-16 to MPO-16 OM4 Multimode Fiber Patch Cord

1. Product Overview

The MPO-16 to MPO-16 OM4 Multimode Fiber Patch Cord is designed for high-density 400G/800G data center connectivity. Featuring a single-row 16-fiber MPO connector and laser-optimized OM4 fiber, this cable supports the extreme bandwidth requirements of 400GBASE-SR8 and future high-speed optical infrastructures.

2. General Specifications

Optical Performance

4. Mechanical & Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C

• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Tensile Strength: Long term: 80N / Short term: 160N

• Durability: >500 matings (Typical <0.2dB change)

• Minimum Bend Radius: Static: 10D / Dynamic: 20D (D = Cable Diameter)

  Product Applications

  The MPO-16 OM4 patch cord is a critical component in next-generation network architectures. Its primary applications include:

  1. 400G/800G Direct Connectivity

  Specifically designed for 400GBASE-SR8 and 800G-SR8 transceivers (such as QSFP-DD or OSFP modules). These modules use a single row of 16 fibers to transmit and receive data, making the 16-core MPO cable the standard interface for short-reach high-speed links.

  2. High-Performance Computing (HPC) & AI Clusters

  Ideal for connecting GPU clusters and AI servers in Machine Learning environments where low latency and massive bandwidth are required. It facilitates the high-speed backbone needed for Infiniant or Ethernet-based AI fabrics.

  3. Data Center Structured Cabling

  Used in high-density distribution areas (MDA/HDA) where space is at a premium. The 16-fiber configuration allows for more efficient cable management compared to using multiple 8-fiber or 12-fiber cables for the same bandwidth.

  4. Backbone and Trunking

  Acts as a high-speed trunk cable to interconnect MPO-16 cassettes or patch panels, allowing for modular expansion of fiber networks as data demands grow.

  5. Type B Polarity Advantage

  The Type B (Cross-over) polarity is the industry standard for connecting two transceivers directly (Female to Female). It ensures that the transmitter at one end is correctly aligned with the receiver at the other end without the need for additional complex polarity management.

• Discover the high-performance MPO-16 to MPO-16 OM4 Multimode Fiber Patch Cord. Designed for 400G/800G data centers, featuring LSZH jacket, Type B polarity, and Aqua color.