Eaton Tripp Lite N390-05M-8LC-AP 5M 40/100GbE Breakout Fiber Cable

The Eaton N390-05M-8LC-AP is a high-performance, singlemode fiber optic breakout cable designed to address the increasing demand for high-density fiber patching in modern data center and enterprise environments. This specialized cable provides a robust solution for connecting high-speed network components, efficiently breaking out a single MTP/MPO connection into eight individual LC connections. It streamlines fiber management and optimizes rack space by minimizing cable bulk, making it ideal for interconnecting main distribution frames (MDFs) and intermediate distribution frames (IDFs). Engineered for 40 Gigabit and 100 Gigabit Ethernet applications, this cable supports advanced network protocols such as QSFP+ 40GBASE-PLR4 and QSFP28 100GBASE-PSM4. Its construction features an MTP/MPO (APC) female connector on one end and eight LC (UPC) male connectors on the other, each equipped with premium-grade ceramic ferrules to ensure optimal signal integrity. The angled physical contact (APC) on the MTP/MPO connector is critical for preventing infrared light from reflecting back into the laser, thereby enhancing network stability and reducing insertion loss. Measuring 5 meters (16 feet) in length, the cable’s bright yellow, plenum-rated jacket allows for safe installation in air-handling spaces like ceilings, walls, and ducts, while also providing easy identification in complex cabling infrastructures. The slim, space-saving uniboot design and convenient push/pull tab connectors facilitate quick, tool-free installation and removal, which is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency in high-density rack and patch panel scenarios.

• * Connects MTP/MPO APC to 8xLC UPC
• * Supports 40/100GbE for high-speed data
• * Plenum-rated jacket for versatile installations
• * Slim uniboot design eases cable management
• * Angled APC connectors reduce signal reflection