Tripp Lite MTP/MPO (APC) to 4xLC (UPC) Singlemode Breakout Patch Cable, 40/100 GbE, QSFP+ 40GBASE-PLR4, Plenum, Yellow, 5 m (16 ft.)

Overview

The Tripp Lite N390-05M-8LC-AP is a singlemode breakout patch cable designed to convert one 12-fiber MTP/MPO APC port into four LC UPC duplex pairs. Measuring five meters in length, it supports high-speed 40 Gb and 100 Gb Ethernet connections, making it ideal for data centers and high-performance computing environments where space and bandwidth are critical. Its plenum-rated jacket and uniboot design ensure safe installation in air-handling spaces while minimizing cable bulk.

Key features

• Breaks out a single 12-fiber MTP/MPO APC port into four LC UPC duplex pairs for flexible connectivity
• Supports QSFP+ 40GBASE-PLR4 and QSFP28 100GBASE-PSM4 optics over singlemode fiber for high-speed data transmission
• MTP/MPO connector offers up to 12 times the port density of traditional SC interfaces, saving valuable rack space
• Plenum-rated jacket allows safe installation in ceilings, walls, and return-air ducts, meeting building safety codes
• Uniboot construction consolidates fiber pairs to reduce cable bulk and simplify routing in dense environments
• Push-pull tabs enable easy one-handed insertion and removal, streamlining maintenance in crowded patch panels
• Bright yellow jacket provides quick visual identification of singlemode fiber runs, aiding cable management

Key specs

• Fiber type: 9/125 µm singlemode
• Length: 5 meters (16 feet)
• Connector 1: 12-fiber MTP/MPO APC
• Connector 2: 4x LC UPC duplex pairs
• Supported standards: QSFP+ 40GBASE-PLR4, QSFP28 100GBASE-PSM4
• Jacket rating: Plenum
• Cable color: Yellow

Connectivity and compatibility

This breakout cable is designed to link high-density QSFP transceivers with equipment featuring LC connectors, making it a practical choice for top-of-rack switches, main and intermediate distribution frames, and high-performance computing clusters. Its compatibility with 40 Gb and 100 Gb Ethernet standards ensures it fits well in modern data center infrastructures requiring fast and reliable fiber connections.

Installation and setup

The cable’s push-pull tabs allow technicians to install or remove it quickly with one hand, eliminating the need for extraction tools and reducing downtime. Its uniboot design minimizes cable bulk, which helps maintain neat and organized patch panels even in tight spaces. The plenum-rated jacket ensures compliance with safety regulations when installed in air-handling spaces such as ceilings and raised floors.

Ideal uses and environments

This breakout patch cable is well suited to data centers and enterprise networks where maximizing port density and maintaining high-speed fiber connections are priorities. It works effectively in environments that demand 40 Gb or 100 Gb links without the complexity and cost of field termination. The cable’s length and flexibility make it a strong choice for connecting adjacent racks or spanning rows in dense networking setups.