FHD MTP-LC Cassette Modules
MTP-LC cassette modules for high-density data centre cabling. 24, 12 and 8 fiber options, Type A / AF / Universal polarity.
FHD MTP-LC Cassette Modules
MTP-LC cassette modules for high-density data centre cabling. 24, 12 and 8 fiber options, Type A / AF / Universal polarity.
- Breaks a single MTP trunk into 12 duplex LC connections
- 24, 12 and 8 fiber options
- Type A, Type AF and Universal polarity variants
- Slides in and out of FHD panels and enclosures
Cassette modules are the backbone of high-density data centre cabling: they break the multi-fiber MTP trunk run between racks into the individual LC connections used inside the rack.
The real gain of that structure is flexibility rather than tidiness. Backbone cabling is pulled once and stays put; subsequent moves, adds and changes happen at patch level. Three things drive cassette selection — fiber count, polarity type and fiber mode — and all three must match the module at the other end of the link.
Specifications
| Specification | MTP-24 → 12x LC 24 fiber, Type A | MTP-12 → 6x LC 12 fiber, Type A | MTP-24 → 12x LC (AF) 24 fiber, Type AF | MTP-8 → 4x LC 8 fiber, Universal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ports and fiber | ||||
| Fiber count | 24 fibers | 12 fibers | 24 fibers | 8 fibers |
| LC port count | 12 ports | 6 ports | 12 ports | 4 ports |
| MTP port count | 1 port | 1 port | 1 port | 1 port |
| Polarity | ||||
| Polarity type | Type A | Type A | Type AF | Universal |
| Matching trunk method | Method A trunk | Method A trunk | Method A trunk | Method B trunk |
| Cassette method | MTP cassette (A → AF) | MTP cassette (A → AF) | MTP cassette (A → AF) | MTP cassette (Universal) |
Specifications follow the manufacturer datasheet. The exact configuration is confirmed in your quote.
Connectivity Solutions
Distributing a trunk inside the rack
A single MTP trunk cable run between racks is broken out on the cassette into 12 duplex LC connections. Aisle cabling stays as one thick run while in-rack links are made with standard LC patch cords; moves and changes are handled without pulling cable.
Getting polarity right from the start
Cassette type and trunk method are selected together: Type A/AF cassettes with Method A trunks, Universal cassettes with Method B trunks. A mismatch shows up in the field as a link that never comes up and takes time to diagnose — which is why we keep cassettes and trunks on the same plan.
Effect on the optical power budget
Every cassette adds to the total loss of the link. On short 400G and 800G runs that share rarely causes trouble; on long runs with many patch points the calculation is done at the quoting stage.
Features
Moves and changes without pulling cable
As a deployment grows, the most expensive work is re-running aisle cabling. In a cassette architecture the backbone stays fixed and changes happen at the patch level inside the rack.
Order at high density
Housing several cassettes in a 1U panel terminates hundreds of fibers tidily. A labelled, modular structure shortens time spent on site during a fault.
Selected by fiber type
OM3, OM4, OM5 multimode and OS2 single mode variants are available. The cassette must match the fiber type of the modules at both ends of the link.
Resources
- MTP-LC cassette product page and variant table Datasheet
- MTP-LC / SC / MDC cassette category Compatibility
Documents open on the manufacturer's or supplier's own site.
Request a quote for this product
Tell us the quantity and the cluster it will join; we send a compatible part list with lead times — usually the same business day.
- Authorised dealer supply, manufacturer warranty
- Compatibility check for switch, adapter and optics
- Lead time per line item
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