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FotonShield MD MPO-LC Cassette, 24F MPO (Male) Low Loss – 24 x LC/UPC, MM OM5

N176.MPO24LCU4A

The FotonShield MD MPO-LC Cassette is a premium fiber breakout solution designed for OM5 Multimode wideband applications. Equipped with a 24-fiber MPO (Male) Low Loss connector at the rear and 12 LC/UPC Duplex adapters at the front, this cassette supports high-bandwidth, short-reach connections including 40G/100G Ethernet and SWDM applications. Engineered for next-generation data centers, enterprise networks, and high-density telecom environments, it delivers superior optical performance with minimal loss and quick plug-and-play deployment. Fully compatible with FotonShield MD Patch Panel, the cassette ensures scalable and flexible network architecture.

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  • Single 24F MPO (Male) Low-Loss Connectivity : Simplifies high-fiber-count deployments using one trunk cable, reducing congestion and installation complexity.
  • OM5 Multimode Fiber Compatibility : Enables support for Shortwave Wavelength Division Multiplexing (SWDM) and extended reach for high-speed Ethernet.
  • 12 x LC/UPC Duplex Adapters : Provides convenient front-panel LC connectivity for switches, panels, and active equipment.
  • Polarity A (Straight-Through Configuration) : Ensures proper alignment in structured cabling environments.
  • UL-94 V0 Flame-Retardant ABS + PC Housing : High durability, impact resistance, and enhanced fire safety.
  • Plug-and-Play Modular Design : Enables fast and easy deployment in high-density rack-mount environments.
  • Reliable Locking Mechanism : Push-Down to Release & Pull to Remove system for secure and effortless cassette mounting.

Material Specifications

Type MD MPO-LC Cassette (with 24F MPO Low Loss - 24 x LC/UPC)
Fiber Type Multimode OM5
LC Connector Insertion Loss : ≤0.25 dB, Return Loss : UPC ≥35dB
MPO (Elite) Connector Insertion Loss : ≤0.35 dB, Return Loss : UPC ≥35dB
Adapter Type Duplex LC/UPC
Polarity Type A (Straight-Through)
Housing Material ABS + PC (UL-94 V0 Flame-Retardant)
Application Data Centers, Enterprise Networks, High-Density Fiber Distribution, 40G/100G/400G Deployments

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature Range - 20°C to 70°C
Storage Temperature Range - 20°C to 70°C

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