The article about Optical Multiplexing discusses the differences between popular WDM Technologies, and the following article outlines the passive WDM multiplexers available with their respective specifications.

Optical Multiplexing Introduction

In recent years Fiber Optic communication technologies have evolved at a rapid pace in order to support our increasingly data driven society. Many of the advancements have been in the area of finding clever ways to increase the transmission capacity of the existing fiber network infrastructure. Since optical multiplexing is a useful technique to accomplish this, researchers have explored optimizing optical multiplexing in time (TDM), space (SMX) , polarization or phase (PDM) and wavelength (WDM).

WDM (Wavelength-Division Multiplexing)

While some of the aforementioned multiplexing techniques (in particular spatial Multiplexing) hold great promise for future applications, this article focuses primarily on Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM) as it is the most widely used by SanSpot.com's applications, solutions and customers. In Essence WDM creates virtual fiber pathways over a single fiber strand by combining 2 or more wavelengths (i.e. colors) of laser

What is an MTP Fiber Connector?

MTP® is an acronym for Multi-fiber Termination Push-on and is the standardized terminating end of a multi-fiber cable that supports for all practical intents and purposes up to 24 fiber strands per connector. The MTP fiber connector is an improved, proprietary version of the standard MPO (Multi-Fiber Push-On) connector in respect to attenuation and reflection, yet uses the same form-factor and multiplex push-pul coupling type (SNAP). Developed by US Conec, the MTP connector increases overall performance by implementing structural improvements and higher quality materials.

The ferrule is same as MT (Mechanical Transfer) but is more easily reconnectable.  Over time and under load, an MPO connector may show performance degradation and may compromise reliable transmission of high performance signals. Manufacturing improvements of its structural components have led to reduced insertion losses which will not change excessively under possible temperature fluctuations due to high amounts of traffic and a secure reliable connection can be maintained. The MTP optical connector is fully compliant with the MPO standard and therefore fully backwards compatible and capable of intermating with any MPO related equipment. For additional information, see the difference between MTP and MPO Connectors post.

World's Strongest MTP Cable Assemblies

OptoSpan’s 8, 12 and 24 fiber MTP, MTP Elite and MPO cables feature the new and exclusive FiberShield design. The FiberShield design uses three times the PVC jacket and DuPont Kevlar to protect the delicate optical fibers located inside the cables, resulting in a flexible yet robust 4.5mm cable that is 5x stronger than the standard 3.0mm cable.

MTP FiberShield Quality

• 5x Stronger than ordinary MTP cables!
• US Conec MTP® housing and MT ferrule
• Individual serial number and test report
• ISO 14000 clean room manufacturing