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FotonShield MD MPO-LC Cassette, 24F with 3Nos. of 8F MPO (Male) Low Loss - 8 x LC/APC, SM OS2

N176.MPO8x3LCA5A

The FotonShield MD MPO-LC Cassette is a high-density fiber breakout solution designed for seamless MPO-to-LC conversion in single-mode OS2 fiber networks. Featuring three 8F MPO (Male) low-loss connectors at the rear and 12 LC/APC duplex adapters at the front, this cassette ensures efficient 24-fiber management in high-speed 40G, 100G, and beyond network environments. Built with a secure locking mechanism and a fully enclosed protective housing, it offers optimized performance, quick deployment, and reduced insertion loss, making it an ideal solution for data centers, enterprise networks, and telecom infrastructures.

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  • Triple 8F MPO (Male) Low-Loss Connectivity : Supports three 8-fiber MPO trunk cables, providing high-speed optical networking.
  • Three 8 x LC/APC Ports for Breakout : Provides a structured, high-density fiber termination solution with low insertion loss.
  • Low-Loss Performance : Utilizes premium-grade ferrules to ensure minimal insertion loss, supporting long-distance OS2 networks.
  • 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 3 Nos. of 8F MPO Low Loss - 8 x LC/APC)
Fiber Type Single Mode OS2
LC Connector Insertion Loss : ≤0.25 dB, Return Loss : APC ≥65dB
MPO (Elite) Connector Insertion Loss : ≤0.35 dB, Return Loss : APC ≥65dB
Adapter Type Duplex LC/APC
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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