For Nigerian deployments, this product should be evaluated as part of the complete network path, including its connectors, mapping and acceptance values. This MMC-16 to MTP-16 jumper connects two different multi-fiber form factors over sixteen OM4 fibers. The MMC connector end and MTP Elite end are the two APC female, and the bend-insensitive multimode cable uses a 2.5mm plenum jacket. It offers a direct, compact patching option between MMC infrastructure and established MTP-16 multimode hardware.
Product Highlights
- MMC Female to MTP® Female, 16 Fibers
- OM4 50/125μm, bend-insensitive fiber
- MMC insertion loss ≤0.35dB, return loss ≥40/45dB (MMC/MTP®)
- Jumper Polarity wiring scheme
- 2.5mm Plenum (OFNP) cable
- Standard length options: 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft)
Specifications
| Part Number | 16FMMCMTPOM4 |
|---|---|
| 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 | Bend Insensitive Fiber |
| Fiber Mode | OM4 50/125μm |
| Wavelength | 850/1300nm |
| Fiber Count | 16 Fibers |
| Polarity | Jumper Polarity |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 2.5mm |
| Cable Jacket | Plenum (OFNP) |
| Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber) | 7.5mm |
| 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 | ≥40/45dB (MMC/MTP®) |
| Attenuation at 850nm | ≤2.3dB/km |
| Attenuation at 1300nm | ≤0.6dB/km |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 60°C (14 to 140℉) |
| Storage Temperature | -10 to 70°C (14 to 158℉) |
Practical role in a multimode channel
The completed product suits migrations where MMC panels are being introduced without replacing each MTP-based connection. A single factory-built jumper avoids an extra adapter pair that would otherwise be needed to convert form factors. It remains essential to confirm that the active hardware or cassette presents the matching pinned mates and that the channel requires APC at the two cable ends.
Connector-specific return-loss requirements
The MMC interface is specified for at least 40dB return loss; at the same time, the MTP APC interface is specified for at least 45dB; maximum insertion loss across the completed product is 0.35dB. Keeping individual connector data in the documentation makes troubleshooting more meaningful. OM4 attenuation is 2.3dB/km at 850nm and 0.6dB/km at 1300nm, with actual system reach set by the optics.
Installation length and cable care
Specify from 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft) and 3m (10ft) standard versions, or request a project-specific meter or foot length. Do not pull the completed product by either connector boot during routing. Support the 2.5mm cable through the manager, maintain the 7.5mm fiber bend allowance and keep dust caps fitted until the two end faces have been inspected.
Ordering and Factory Support
Order by part number 16FMMCMTPOM4 with length and quantity. Project-specific labels might document the MMC and MTP ends separately, which is helpful when several transition cords occupy the same panel; request this labelling when submitting the order. For Nigerian orders, our team can check the requirement before coordinating manufacture and international delivery.
