Molex 16-Fiber VersaBeam Mini Connectors
Molex VersaBeam Mini Connectors feature an ultra-compact 16-fiber design to address critical space, thermal, and maintenance challenges in high-density AI and hyperscale networks. These mini connectors are part of the VersaBeam Expanded Beam Optical (EBO) Interconnect Solutions family and feature a Very Small Form Factor (VSFF) ideal for automated manufacturing, a confined blast radius, and easy maintenance. The fiber-groove construction and optional mass-insertion capability support scalable, automation-ready manufacturing and speed up deployment and installation. The connectors provide inherent laser-eye safety to protect users during routine maintenance and system upgrades. Molex VersaBeam Mini Connectors are ideal for front-panel and optical backplane applications, including servers and storage, networking, and telecommunications.
Features
- 16 fibers per connector
- Supports automated assembly and mass insertion
- Engineered for front-panel and optical backplane integration
- Speeds installation with proven push-pull boot technology, easing assembly and maintenance on high-density panels
- Enhanced blast radius reduces service impact during maintenance
- Familiar MPO-style connector latching mechanism helps ensure proper mating and reduces assembly errors
- Inherent laser eye safety helps protect field personnel from hazards during routine maintenance and system upgrades
- Improves reliability and durability
- Robust pinless design eliminates pin wear and damage issues
- Delivers 3x density improvement in ultra-compact form factor, supporting up to 3456 fibers in 1RU panel
- Footprint compatible with select SC-footprint MPO adapters, making patch panel upgrades easier and more cost-effective
Applications
- Servers and storage
- AI and machine-learning systems
- High-performance computing systems
- Hyperscale data centers
- Intra-rack connections
- Servers
- Telecommunications
- Computer cards
- Edge network infrastructure
- Optical backplanes
- Optical electrical modules
- Routers
- Networking
- AI cluster infrastructure
- Co-packaged optics systems
- Data centers
- Ethernet switches
- Front-panel optical connections
- Hubs
- Patch panels
- Structured cables
- Switch-to-switch connections
- Switching systems
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