MT-16 Ferrule with Boot 1x16F Single-Mode MT Elite® Pre-Angles
In the rapidly evolving landscape of fiber optic technology, the demand for high-density, high-performance connectivity solutions is paramount. The MT-16 Ferrule with Boot — 1×16F Single-Mode MT Elite® Pre-Angled is engineered to meet these demands, providing exceptional performance for advanced optical networks.
Accommodating 16 fibers in a single row at a 0.25mm pitch, the MT-16 sets a new standard for density, dimensional stability, and signal integrity in single-mode applications.
At a Glance
Key Features
- High Fiber Density Accommodates 16 fibers per row with a 0.25mm fiber pitch — enabling high-density connectivity solutions that maximize throughput in space-constrained environments.
- Dimensional Stability Constructed from highly glass-filled PPS material, providing excellent dimensional stability and low hygroscopic properties for reliable performance across a wide range of environmental conditions.
- Pre-Angled APC Endface Features a pre-angled ferrule with an APC polish, reducing back reflection and enhancing signal integrity — essential for single-mode applications requiring low return loss.
- Precision Guide Pin Design Equipped with 0.55mm guide pins and a 5.3mm guide pin pitch, ensuring precise alignment and consistently low insertion loss during mating and repeated reconnections.
- Mold Mark Identification Includes mold marks indicating fiber type, fiber count, and performance grade — facilitating easy identification, traceability, and quality assurance throughout the supply chain.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 18732 |
| Brand | MT-16 |
| Performance Grade | MT Elite® |
| Fiber Type | Single-Mode Elite |
| Fiber Count | 1×16 |
| Fiber Pitch | 0.25mm |
| Endface Type | Pre-Angled Ferrule |
| Polish Type | APC (Angled Physical Contact) |
| Fiber Cladding Size | 125 microns |
| Guide Pin Diameter | 0.55mm |
| Guide Pin Pitch | 5.3mm |
| Housing Material | Low hygroscopic glass-filled PPS |
Standards Compliance
IEC 61754-7-3 & 61754-7-4
International standards for fiber optic connector interfaces — ensuring global compatibility and verified performance.
TIA 604-18
Telecommunications Industry Association standard for fiber optic connectors — affirming suitability for telecom applications.
Performance Benefits
Enhanced Network Performance — MT Elite® grade ensures low insertion loss, optimizing network efficiency and reliability.
Space Efficiency — High fiber density enables more connections in limited rack space, essential for modern data centers.
Environmental Resilience — PPS material and pre-angled endface design provide long-term durability across varying environmental conditions.
Applications
- FTTx Hardened Connector Infrastructure Ideal for Fiber to the x (FTTx) applications, providing robust and reliable connections in hardened outdoor and semi-outdoor environments where long-term durability is critical.
- MTP®-16 / MPO-16 Cable Assemblies Compatible with MTP®-16 connectors, facilitating the creation of MPO-16 cable assemblies for high-density data center applications running 400G and beyond.
- Optical Backplane Connectivity — OBO Architectures Suitable for optical backplane connections in On-Board Optics (OBO) architectures, supporting high-speed data transmission within equipment chassis and line cards.
Why the MT-16 MT Elite® Ferrule
The MT-16 is purpose-engineered for applications where standard ferrule density is insufficient. Here's where it excels over conventional MT ferrule designs.
Double the Density
Where a standard 8-fiber MT ferrule tops out, the MT-16 continues — 16 fibers per row at 0.25mm pitch delivers twice the connection density in the same connector footprint.
Superior Return Loss
The pre-angled APC endface redirects back-reflections away from the fiber core — critical for coherent single-mode systems where even minor reflections degrade BER performance.
Material Stability
Glass-filled PPS provides dimensional stability across temperature and humidity extremes — maintaining tight tolerances for consistent insertion loss over the ferrule's service life.
Graded Performance
MT Elite® designation signifies tighter manufacturing tolerances and verified low insertion loss — ensuring the ferrule meets the demands of high-speed, high-reliability optical links.