Side-by-Side Comparison
Fiber Connectors
MPO / MTP vs. SC
Comparing 2 standards across 12 specifications. 12 key differences identified.
Comparing:
MPO / MTP
SC
The MPO connector (Multi-fiber Push On, TIA-604-5 / FOCIS-5; US Conec MTP) is a high-density parallel optical connector utilizing a precision molded rectangular MT ferrule that houses 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, or 72 optical fibers in a single push-pull housing, standard for 40G, 100G, 400G, and 800G multi-lane transceivers.
The SC connector (Subscriber Connector / Standard Connector, TIA-604-3 / FOCIS-3) is a push-pull optical fiber connector developed by NTT. Utilizing a 2.5 mm ceramic ferrule and a square molded plastic body, it is a primary standard in telecommunications and FTTH GPON/EPON installations.
Specification Comparison Table
12 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Standard / FOCIS
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TIA-604-5-D (FOCIS-5) / IEC 61754-7 | TIA-604-3-B (FOCIS-3) / IEC 61754-4 |
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Latching Mechanism
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Push-pull sliding sleeve | Push-pull snap-in rectangular housing |
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Polish Types Available
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Flat (Multi-Mode UPC) and 8-degree Angled (Single-Mode APC) | UPC (Blue), APC (Green–standard for FTTH PON) |
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Typical Insertion Loss
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0.15–0.35 dB | 0.20–0.30 dB |
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Ferrule Type
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Rectangular MT (Mechanically Transferable) polymer | — |
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Standard Fiber Counts
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8, 12, 16, 24, 32, or 72 fibers | — |
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Alignment Mechanism
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Stainless guide pins (Male) / guide holes (Female) | — |
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Polarity Methods (TIA-568.3)
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Method A (Straight), Method B (Cross), Method C (Pair-flipped) | — |
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Ferrule Diameter
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— | 2.5 mm |
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Ferrule Material
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— | Zirconia ceramic |
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Fiber Modes Supported
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— | Single-Mode (OS2) and Multi-Mode (OM1–OM4) |
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Standard Duplex Pitch
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— | 12.7 mm |