The MPO to LC Uniboot Breakout Patch Cord is a high-density fiber optic connectivity solution that converts a single multi-fiber MPO/MTP connector into multiple LC Uniboot duplex connections. Engineered for 40G/100G/400G parallel optics networks, it enables seamless migration from high-speed MPO trunk infrastructure to discrete LC equipment ports in data center spine-leaf architectures and AI GPU cluster environments.
Detailed Product Overview
This MPO/MTP-LC Uniboot breakout cable features a slim round duplex design that cuts standard duplex patching bulk in half, drastically improving airflow and rack-space utilization in ultra-dense cabling environments. The precision-engineered fan-out transition unit ensures stable optical performance across all breakout channels, while the reinforced tensile structure design provides mechanical reliability for demanding data center deployments.
Each assembly is 100% factory tested for insertion loss, return loss, polarity, and connector geometry to guarantee carrier-grade optical performance. The cable supports 8F, 12F, 16F, and 24F MPO/MTP configurations with customizable lengths, fiber types, and connector options to meet specific network architecture requirements.
The Uniboot LC connector design utilizes a special “round duplex” structure that achieves dual-channel transmission through a single cable, reducing cable management space by up to 68% compared to standard duplex patch cables. This space-saving design is particularly critical in AI data center environments where cabling density per rack has increased dramatically to support 400G/800G and higher interconnect speeds.
Technical Specifications
| Optical Parameter | LC Uniboot End | MPO/MTP Standard | MPO/MTP Elite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion Loss (SM UPC) | ≤0.30 dB | ≤0.50 dB (12F/24F) | ≤0.35 dB (12F/24F) |
| Insertion Loss (SM APC) | ≤0.35 dB | ≤0.50 dB | ≤0.35 dB |
| Insertion Loss (MM PC) | ≤0.70 dB | ≤0.50 dB | ≤0.35 dB |
| Return Loss (SM UPC) | ≥50 dB | ≥20 dB | ≥20 dB |
| Return Loss (SM APC) | ≥60 dB | ≥55 dB | ≥55 dB |
| Return Loss (MM PC) | ≥30 dB | ≥20 dB | ≥20 dB |
| Mating Durability | ≥1,000 times | ≥1,000 times | ≥1,000 times |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +70°C | -25°C to +70°C | -25°C to +70°C |
| Available Fiber Types | OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4 | OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4 | OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4 |
Customization (Configuration Options)
| Parameter | Options |
|---|---|
| Fiber Type | OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4 |
| Fiber Count | 4F, 8F, 12F, 16F, 24F, Custom |
| MPO/MTP Connector | MPO Standard, MTP Standard, MTP Elite |
| MPO/MTP Gender | Male (Pinned), Female (Unpinned) |
| LC Connector Type | LC Uniboot, LC Push-Pull Uniboot |
| End Face Polish | UPC, APC |
| Cable Jacket Material | LSZH, PVC, OFNP |
| Cable Color | Yellow (OS2), Aqua (OM3), Magenta (OM4), Beige (OM1/OM2) |
| Custom Services | Length, Fiber Type, Polarity, Connector Configuration |



















































































