For Nigerian deployments, this product should be evaluated as part of the complete network path, including its connectors, mapping and acceptance values. The made-to-order MMC-16 trunk is an OS2 backbone assembly built around MMC connectors based on sixteen-fiber sub-units. Fiber capacity might scale from 16 to 384 fibers, with cable outside diameter from 4.0 to 17.5mm depending on the selected construction. G.657.A1 glass, APC polish and an OFNP jacket provide the foundation for project-specific single-mode distribution.
Product Highlights
- MMC to MMC, 16-384 Fibers
- OS2 9/125μm, G.657.A1
- MMC insertion loss ≤0.35dB, return loss ≥60dB
- Trunk/ Extender Polarity wiring scheme
- 4.0-17.5mm 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 | 16-384 Fibers |
| Polarity | Trunk/ Extender Polarity |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 4.0-17.5mm |
| 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℉) |
Engineering the fiber count and cable structure
A trunk cannot be considered simply a longer jumper. As fiber count increases, sub-unit arrangement, cable diameter, pulling strength and breakout protection become part of the design. This MMC-16 family supports trunk or extender polarity and 200–400N long-term tensile ratings, with 660–1320N short-term ratings across the construction range. The exact data applicable to an order must be confirmed on its production drawing.
Backbone routes and panel coordination
Typical uses supply links between optical distribution frames, hardware rows and high-port-density MMC panels. Pre-termination makes it possible for many fibers to be fitted in one pull and tested before arrival. The panel documentation ought to document each sub-unit, connector polarity and gender transition so the backbone trunk lands correctly. High fiber counts also require adequate rear cable management and static bend space.
Specifying a made-to-project trunk
There is no assumed stock length for this made-to-order product. Define the route length in feet or meters, complete fiber count, MMC connector gender, polarity, breakout lengths, jacket requirements and labelling. Pulling eyes or other fitting protection can readily be discussed where the pathway requires them. Length, diameter and tensile construction are confirmed together rather than selected independently.
Ordering and Factory Support
Use XXMMCSMF as the MMC-16 trunk family reference and attach a fiber schedule or drawing. A helpful enquiry includes connector gender, polarity, fitting conditions, length, fiber count and sub-unit allocation, allowing the factory to specify the matching engineered assembly. For Nigerian orders, our team can check the requirement before coordinating manufacture and international delivery.
