ZGT Optical Comm Limited has introduced its self-designed MPO Ø3.0mm Push-Pull Boot Connector, a high-density, user-friendly fiber optic connector engineered for efficient and reliable optical interconnection in modern data centers and telecommunications networks.

 Product Features

The MPO Push-Pull Connector from ZGT is built around a built-in push-pull mechanism integrated directly into the boot itself, eliminating the need for additional components such as pull tabs. This streamlined design enables quick, tool-free insertion and removal, making it especially practical for high-density patching environments where accessing individual connectors can be difficult.

The connector supports 8-fiber, 12-fiber, 16-fiber, and 24-fiber MT ferrules, offering flexibility across a wide range of parallel optic applications. Its compact Ø3.0mm round cable design also contributes to improved cable management in front of patch panels, helping data center operators maximize space utilization.

Compliance with Industry Standards

ZGT’s MPO Push-Pull Connector is fully aligned with major international standards:

• IEC Standard 61754-7 & JIS C5982 — ensuring compatibility with globally recognized MPO interfaces

• Structured cabling per TIA-568-C — supporting standardized cabling architectures

For InfiniBand and high-speed Ethernet environments, the connector is compliant with:

• 10G Fiber Channel

• 40G and 100G IEEE 802.3

• QSFP interfaces

Applications: Built for Next-Generation Data Centers

The MPO Push-Pull Connector is designed to address the connectivity challenges of 400G and 800G high-speed data centers and AI computing networks. As data center networks evolve toward higher port densities and faster transmission rates, the need for compact, easy-to-operate connectors becomes critical.

The push-pull boot design allows technicians to insert and remove connectors without directly gripping the connector body, which is particularly valuable in densely populated patch panels where space is at a premium. Combined with pre-terminated MPO cabling systems, this connector enables faster installation, expansion, and maintenance, helping reduce deployment time and operational complexity.

ZGT’s R&D and Customization Capabilities

With manufacturing facilities in Shenzhen and Henan Province, ZGT operates under an ISO 9001 quality system and maintains strict quality control processes including in-process quality control and outgoing quality control. The company’s mission is to serve as a professional partner in fiber optic passive connectivity, delivering reliable products and responsive customization to customers worldwide.

About ZGT Optical Comm Limited，Founded in 2000, ZGT Optical Comm Limited specializes in fiber optic passive components including MPO/MTP connectors, fiber optic adapters, patch cords, and PLC splitters. The company serves data center, telecommunications, and FTTx markets globally, with production facilities in Shenzhen and Henan, China.