--- title: Sumitomo Electric Lightwave On the Road - OFC 2026 Preview description: See what SEL will be doing at this year's OFC. image: https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/hubfs/Thumbnail-2.png --- \ [mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/sumitomo-electric-lightwav-on-the-road-ofc-2026](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/sumitomo-electric-lightwav-on-the-road-ofc-2026) March 12, 2026 # Sumitomo Electric Lightwave On the Road - OFC 2026 Preview Sumitomo Electric Lightwave On the Road - OFC 2026 Preview 4:03 Experts from Sumitomo Electric Lightwave and Sumitomo Electric Group will be in booth 1658 showcasing breakthrough hyperscale solutions at OFC 2026, March 17-19 in Los Angeles, California. The exhibit focus will be the companies’ recent passive and active network innovations that help network operators scale in three dimensions: up, out, and across. These featured products enable rapid, reliable *scaling up* of high-density racks, *scaling out* across rows within data centers, and *scaling across* multi-location facilities. Exhibit highlights include: **Multi-Core Fiber Collaboration** We will demonstrate our recent achievements with [multi-core fiber](https://sumitomoelectric.com/rd/optical-communications-laboratory/multi-core-fiber) (MCF) to deliver significantly more capacity and interconnections within existing network footprints. Join us in [OIF’s Interoperability Showcase](https://www.ofcconference.org/news-media/exhibitor-news/oif-validates-critical-interoperability-live-at-ofc-2026-through-multi-vendor-demonstrations-and-exp/) in booth 2017 for a real-time, multi-vendor exhibit showing how the MCF ecosystem efficiently delivers scale, speed, and energy. In case you missed it, we [announced a collaboration](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/sumitomo-electric_industry-leaders-announce-msa-for-multi-core-activity-7437498316071862273-Eo5p?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACXO2jQBuZBb8MdtGdL4RHNiJkkgIEE40aE) between industry leaders to develop a new multi-sourcing agreement to facilitate MCF adoption and accelerate the development of new technology and information standards. **Co-Packaged Optics ** Integrating Sumitomo Electric Industries’ expertise in photonics, lasers, and optical connectivity, our co-packaged optics (CPO) solutions reduce the distance between components and increase bandwidth, improve system performance, and enable future scalability. Come to booth 1658 to see an intact co-packaged internal wiring concept model and a fully integrated co-packaged model to the ASIC installed in a rack. **AI-Ready Connectors** We will introduce the latest in high-density connector evolution at OFC, including our PrecisionFlex™ MT & TMT Multi-Row Ferrules. See our recent MMC connector innovations, including the industry-leading [32-fiber MMC](https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/2026-lightwave-innovation-reviews) – which was awarded high marks in the 2026 Lightwave Innovation Reviews – as well as multi-source[ Prizm® TMT expanded beam ferrules](https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/us-conec-corning-incorporated-fujikura-and-sumitomo-electric-lightwave-announce-multi-source-framework-for-prizm-tmt-expanded-beam-ferrules-and-associated-mmc-connectors).     **AI-Optimized Rack** Scaling up looks different in a rack that has been optimized for AI workloads from top to bottom. Explore our AI-optimized rack in** **booth 1658 and ask us about vertical separation in your raceways, U-turn bends for drop cables, spring-loaded dust covers, and our time-saving installation tool. **Award-Winning 16-Fiber Fusion Splicer** After receiving a near-perfect 4.5/5.0 score in the Lightwave Innovation Reviews, the new AI-enabled [Quantum-Ultra Ribbon](https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/product/quantum-ultra-ribbon/) 16-fiber splicer will make its OFC debut. Our latest splicer speeds the deployment of high-performance, next-generation hyperscale networks and is ready to support any network, no matter the fiber count or pitch requirements. **Metro Ethernet Switches** A metro switch and DWDM in one, our FTU9401 helps service providers and businesses offer fast, reliable Ethernet services throughout city networks. These switches act as edge devices, linking a customer's local network to the provider's fiber optic backbone. **Custom Optical Harnesses** Proven to deliver high-speed, reliable data transmission in the automotive industry, custom optical harnesses offer unique sensing and control capabilities in high-speed data applications across a range of applications. They are engineered for durability in demanding environments with a lightweight design, EMI immunity, and secure connectivity. **Not Just Products** Next Generation Thinking™ extends beyond Sumitomo Electric Lightwave’s exhibit in the convention hall. OFC 2026 technical conference attendees can participate in plenary sessions with our expert speakers. [Jay Sell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-sell-1117b813/), Sumitomo Electric Lightwave’s Senior Director of Strategic Accounts, will be a featured speaker answering the question “[MCFs at the Edge of AI: Can They Transform Intra-DC and Campus Connectivity?](https://www.ofcconference.org/program/special-events/workshop-mcfs-at-the-edge-of-ai-can-they-transform-intra-dc-and-campus-connectivity/)” on Sunday, March 15 at 4 p.m. in Room 502A. [Takashi Sasaki](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasaki-takashi-a1592992/), Sumitomo Electric R&D, will share his perspective on the panel titled “[Is the Ecosystem Ready for Multicore Fibers?](https://www.ofcconference.org/program/special-events/panel-is-the-ecosystem-ready-for-multicore-fibers/)” on Wednesday, March 18 at 4:30 p.m. in Room 502A. There is still time to [register for OFC 2026](https://www.ofcconference.org/registration/?_gl=1*1lijelz*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg1NTUxNTkwNy4xNzcyNzQxMzQ4*_ga_WCQ36P9K1M*czE3NzI3NDMyNDMkbzIkZzAkdDE3NzI3NDMyNDMkajYwJGwwJGgw). The technical conference begins Sunday, March 15 at the Los Angeles Convention Center; exhibits open 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17. Learn about the progress we are making with [Next Generation Thinking](https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/)™ in booth 1658. To follow along online, connect with us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-lightwave/posts/?feedView=all) or [X](https://twitter.com/SEL_FiberOptics).   ### Tag(s): [Fusion Splicing and SOC](https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/tag/fusion-splicing-and-soc) , [Featured](https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/tag/featured) , [Data Center](https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/tag/data-center) ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Sumitomo Electric Lightwave", "url" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/author/sumitomo-electric-lightwave" }, "dateModified" : "2026-03-12T18:03:41.798Z", "datePublished" : "2026-03-12T18:03:41.000Z", "headline" : "Sumitomo Electric Lightwave On the Road - OFC 2026 Preview", "image" : [ "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/hubfs/Thumbnail-2.png" ], "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/sumitomo-electric-lightwav-on-the-road-ofc-2026", "@type" : "WebPage" }, "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/hubfs/SELLogo_2735C%20RGB-1.jpg" }, "name" : "Sumitomo Electric Lightwave" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#webpage", "@type" : [ "WebPage", "CollectionPage" ], "about" : { "@id" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#blog" }, "isPartOf" : { "@id" : "https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#website" }, "mainEntity" : { "@id" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#list" }, "name" : "Sumitomo Electric Lightwave Blog", "url" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/" } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#website", "@type" : "WebSite", "name" : "Sumitomo Electric Lightwave", "publisher" : { "@id" : "https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#organization" }, "url" : "https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/" } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#blog", "@type" : "Blog", "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#webpage" }, "name" : "Sumitomo Electric Lightwave Blog", "publisher" : { "@id" : "https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#organization" }, "url" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/" } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/#list", "@type" : "ItemList", "itemListElement" : [ { "@type" : "ListItem", "item" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/advances-in-fiber-technology-strategic-bandwidth-for-emerging-technologies/", "position" : 1 }, { "@type" : "ListItem", "item" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/understanding-air-blown-fiber-the-future-of-scalable-network-infrastructure/", "position" : 2 }, { "@type" : "ListItem", "item" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/fusion-splicing-best-practices-to-improve-efficiency-and-accuracy/", "position" : 3 }, { "@type" : "ListItem", "item" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/the-role-of-fiber-connectivity-in-next-generation-data-centers/", "position" : 4 }, { "@type" : "ListItem", "item" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/how-to-optimize-fiber-management-in-high-density-environments/", "position" : 5 }, { "@type" : "ListItem", "item" : "https://blog.sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/ensuring-network-resilience-with-high-performance-fiber-cabling-solutions/", "position" : 6 } ], "itemListOrder" : "https://schema.org/ItemListOrderDescending", "name" : "Latest blog posts" } ```