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StarTech. com MPO12PL5M 5m - 16. 4ft MTP/MPO OM3 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable - 40G - OFNP Plenum - 50/125µm - Aqua
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Technical Overview
This fiber optic cable supports data transfer rates up to 40 Gbit/s, making it suitable for high-speed network backbones, data center interconnects, and storage area networks. The MTP/MPO connectors provide twelve times the density of traditional SC connectors, saving valuable rack and circuit card space.
The cable includes a comprehensive insertion loss and return loss test report with each unit, ensuring performance meets specifications before deployment. The Type A straight-through pinout configuration maintains signal integrity across the connection.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Fiber Optic Mode, Fiber Optic Cable Core/Cladding Specification, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This cable combines high-density connectivity with installation convenience and verified performance. The push-pull tab design allows single-handed connector engagement and disengagement, optimizing accessibility in crowded network cabinets.
Space-Efficient Design
MTP/MPO connectors deliver twelve times the port density of SC connectors, maximizing rack space utilization in data centers and network closets.
- High-density connectivity
- Reduced footprint
- Efficient cable management
Verified Performance
Each cable includes an insertion loss and return loss test report, providing documented performance validation before deployment.
- Test data included
- Quality assurance
- Performance verification
Easy Installation
Push-pull tabs enable quick connector engagement and removal without special tools, simplifying maintenance and reconfiguration.
- Tool-free operation
- Single-handed use
- Quick disconnect
Deployment / Use Cases
This MTP/MPO fiber optic cable is engineered for structured cabling systems requiring high-density, high-speed connections. Its plenum-rated jacket makes it suitable for installation in air-handling spaces common in commercial buildings.
Typical applications include connecting network switches to patch panels, linking servers to storage arrays, integrating media converters in fiber-to-copper transitions, and establishing backbone connections between network devices in data centers.
Data Center Infrastructure
Connect high-speed switches, routers, and servers in rack environments where space optimization and 40G performance are critical.
Enterprise Network Backbones
Establish reliable fiber connections between network closets, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications across building infrastructure.
Physical Profile
The cable features an aqua-colored jacket that identifies it as OM3 multimode fiber, with a green color family designation for easy visual identification in cable management systems. The lightweight construction at 1.70 ounces (48.19 grams) minimizes strain on connectors and ports during installation.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 1.70 oz (48.19 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Weight
- 1.70 oz (48.19 g)
- Length
- 16.4 ft (5 m)
Highlights
- 5-meter (16.4-foot) OM3 multimode fiber optic cable
- MTP/MPO female connectors on both ends with push-pull tabs
- Supports 40 Gbit/s data transfer rates
- OFNP plenum-rated jacket for air-handling spaces
- 50/125µm multimode fiber core/cladding specification
- Includes insertion loss and return loss test report
- Type A straight-through pinout configuration
- Twelve times the density of SC connectors
- Aqua color with green color family identification
- Lifetime limited warranty
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MPO12PL5M |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Fiber Optic Network Cable |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
| Fiber Optic Mode | Multi-mode |
| Fiber Optic Cable Core/Cladding Specification | 50/125 µm |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft (5 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | MTP/MPO Network - Female |
| Connector Gender on First End | Female |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x MTP/MPO Network - Female |
| Connector Type on Second End | MTP/MPO Network - Female |
| Connector Gender on Second End | Female |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x MTP/MPO Network - Female |
| Jacket Type | OFNP,Plenum |
| Device Supported | Patch Panel,Switch,Network Device,Server,Router,Media Converter,Hub |
| Data Transfer Rate | 40 Gbit/s |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Green |
| Product Color | Aqua |
| Weight (Approximate) | 1.70 oz (48.19 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE),Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What type of connectors does this fiber optic cable have?
This cable features MTP/MPO female connectors on both ends. The MTP/MPO interface provides high-density connectivity with push-pull tabs for easy installation and removal in tight spaces. Both connectors are identical, creating a straight-through connection suitable for patch panel to switch or server applications.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported?
The cable supports data transfer rates up to 40 Gbit/s, making it suitable for high-speed network applications including 40 Gigabit Ethernet, InfiniBand, and Fibre Channel. The OM3 multimode fiber with 50/125µm core/cladding specification is optimized for short to medium-distance high-bandwidth transmission.
Can this cable be installed in plenum spaces?
Yes, the cable features an OFNP plenum-rated jacket that meets fire safety standards for use in air-handling spaces without requiring conduit. This makes it suitable for installation in ceilings, raised floors, and other plenum areas commonly found in commercial buildings and data centers.
What devices is this cable compatible with?
This MTP/MPO fiber optic cable is compatible with network devices featuring MTP/MPO ports, including patch panels, switches, routers, servers, media converters, and hubs. It's designed for structured cabling systems in data centers, enterprise networks, and telecommunications infrastructure.
Does the cable include any performance documentation?
Each cable includes an insertion loss and return loss test report in the cable bag. This documentation verifies that the cable meets performance specifications before deployment, providing quality assurance for critical network infrastructure installations.
What is the warranty coverage for this product?
StarTech.com provides a lifetime limited warranty for this fiber optic cable. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the product's lifetime, offering long-term reliability assurance for network infrastructure investments.
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