MPO assemblies are becoming more widespread to reduce cable density and migrate from 10G to 100G applications. xSiCute supplies MPO as trunks, harnesses, interconnects and reference cords in multimode and singlemode in various polarity options.
MPO - MPO Trunk Cables: UK manufactured in multimode and single mode in various polarity options and 12 or 24 positions. Two types of Trunk Cables are available depending on application:
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SlimTrunk: Single jacket MPO Trunk assemblies with a 3mm diameter sheath on 12 way and 4.5mm for 24 position. They are typically used for patching within a cabinet:
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Trunk: Dual jacket MPO Trunk assemblies with a more robust double jacket sheath providing greater crush resistance. Typically designed for a longer cable length in cabinet to cabinet applications or for connecting different areas of a building. These Cables are available with a pulling eye option and maintain a compact diameter of just 4.5mm for 12 positions and 5.5mm for 24 way assemblies.
Best of Breed Cable: xSicute MPO Trunk assemblies use cable from Draka Prysmian who are the largest cable manufacturer (measured by revenue) in the world. The cable sheath is LSZH to the Euro Class CPR (Constructors Product Regulations) Cca-s1a-d1-a1 standard for our SlimTrunk cables and to B2ca-s1a-d1-a1 for dual jacket Trunk Cables. CPR regulations have standardised class ratings across Europe and rate how cable reacts to fire in terms of how quickly it spreads, heat release, smoke production, acid gas production and flaming droplets. xSiCute is at the forefront in terms of complying with CPR standards. Not all cable assembly manufacturers use cable of such a high standard.