Why MTP® Multimode Fiber Products Are Ideal for 800G Networks?
Updated at Nov 6th 20241 min read
As demand for higher bandwidth grows, 800G networks are becoming essential for data centers and enterprise networks. However, traditional single-mode solutions often bring high costs and significant energy consumption. Multimode high-density products, which offer cost-efficient, high-performance connectivity, are emerging as the preferred choice for 800G fiber networks. This article explores why MTP® multimode fiber is ideal for 800G applications and introduces FS's high-density fiber solutions.
Why Are MTP® Multimode Fiber Products Suitable for 800G?
Current high-density MTP® fiber solutions, including MTP®-12 and MTP®-16 jumpers and corresponding MTP®/MPO-LC/SC/MDC cassettes, play a crucial role in the 800G networks.
Multimode Module Technology Support
VCSEL-based multimode optical modules now support data rates up to 800G, utilizing PAM-4 modulations with single-channel speeds reaching 100 Gb/s at 850 nm. Compared to previous 400G solutions, 800G modules double the data rate, significantly enhancing data transmission capacity within data centers. Moreover, the commercialization of 800G modules, particularly those using MTP connectors, offers more flexibility for users upgrading their network speeds. For instance, configurations such as 800G to 2x 400G or 800G to 8x 100G enable seamless transitions to higher data rates, supporting a wide range of applications and network architectures.
Multimode Fiber Meets Most Short-Distance Needs in Data Centers
MTP® multimode fiber uses cost-effective VCSEL technology compared to single-mode systems that rely on expensive EML. This allows multimode fiber to deliver the high-speed performance required for 800G networking at a much lower cost. It is particularly suited for high-density, short-reach environments in data centers.
Industry data shows that most enterprise data center link lengths are under 100 meters, averaging around 49 meters. Multimode high-density MTP products are well-suited for 800G applications, meeting most connectivity needs. For instance, the MTP®-12 OM4 jumper can support 800G data rates over distances up to 100 meters with modules like the OSFP-SR8-800G-FL, ensuring reliable performance for most data center connections.
FS 800G MTP® Multimode Fiber High-Density Products
To meet the various short-distance transmission needs of data centers, FS offers MTP® multimode fiber products as part of its 800G cabling solutions, including the MTP®-12 Jumper and MTP®-16 Jumper. These jumpers use APC polishing technology, which has significant advantages. The 8-degree angle design of the multimode APC connector effectively reduces signal reflection and minimizes return loss in the cable channel, ensuring clearer signals and less interference. In addition, their excellent insertion and return loss characteristics improve signal integrity, ensuring stable data flow in high-speed networks, which is critical for applications requiring high data rates, such as modern 800G data centers.
In addition to jumpers, FS offers high-density MTP® cassette solutions that address the growing equipment density in data centers. 800G networks typically require handling a large number of fiber connections, making efficient cable management crucial. These fiber cassette solutions simplify fiber management by offering a streamlined transition from multi-fiber MTP connectors to multiple LC interfaces. This provides a more convenient cabling method for 800G environments, helping to reduce connection errors and improve overall cabling efficiency.
