There are differences between MTP and MPO fiber optic jumpers in connector type, plug latch, floating ferrule, guide pin, detachable housing, and performance:
Connector Type: The MPO connector is designed to accommodate at least 8 optical fibers in a single connector, making it ideal for high-bandwidth, high-density wiring systems. The MTP connector, manufactured by US Conec, is an improved version of the MPO connector and is fully compatible with generic MPO connectors. However, compared to generic MPO fiber optic jumper connectors, MTP fiber optic jumpers offer enhanced optical and mechanical performance.
Plug Latch: MTP connectors typically feature metal plug latches, providing a more secure connection and reducing the risk of accidental breakage. In contrast, MPO connectors use plastic plug latches, which may lead to bent pins.
Floating Ferrule: MTP fiber optic jumper connectors come with floating ferrules, which improve mechanical performance. In other words, the floating ferrules of MTP fiber optic jumper connectors allow for internal movement, ensuring a stable connection even under load. However, MPO fiber optic jumper connectors lack floating ferrules.
Guide Pin: Unlike single-core fiber optic connectors, multi-core fiber optic connectors rely solely on adapters for rough alignment. Therefore, guide pins are crucial for precise alignment when using two MT ferrules together. The guide pins used in MTP and MPO fiber optic jumper connectors differ. MTP fiber optic jumper connectors feature tightly secured stainless steel cylindrical guide pins to reduce debris on guide holes and ferrule end faces. MPO fiber optic jumper connectors use cylindrical guide pins, which may generate debris during use.
Detachable Housing: Multi-core fiber optic connectors rely solely on adapters for rough alignment. Therefore, guide pins are crucial for precise alignment when using two MT ferrules together. The guide pins used in MTP and MPO fiber optic jumper connectors differ. MTP fiber optic jumper connectors feature tightly secured stainless steel cylindrical guide pins to reduce debris on guide holes and ferrule end faces. MPO fiber optic jumper connectors use cylindrical guide pins, which may generate debris during use.
Performance: MPO fiber optic jumper connectors have been recognized as an international standard for fiber optic wiring, suitable for 40G/100G data center wiring structures. However, using MPO fiber optic jumper connectors may lead to some issues such as echo loss and packet loss. MTP fiber optic jumper connectors, as high-performance MPO connectors, are designed to ensure the polarity of fiber optic jumpers, reducing insertion loss and echo loss during data transmission in high-density wiring systems.
In summary, MTP connectors offer superior design and performance compared to MPO connectors, enhancing the reliability and performance of fiber optic jumpers. With technological advancements, suppliers continue to improve the performance of MPO connectors to meet diverse needs.
