BlueOptics QSFP28–SFP28 Active Optical Cable 10 m (32.8ft) 25Gbps

The BlueOptics QSFP28 to SFP28 Active Optical Cable (AOC) provides a high-performance, cost-effective solution for 25Gbps data center and enterprise networking. This 10-meter (32.8ft) cable integrates a QSFP28 connector on one end and an SFP28 connector on the other, enabling seamless connectivity between 25G and 100G ports. It is MSA compliant and compatible with multi-vendor equipment, including Cisco, Juniper, Arista, and Mellanox.

Advantages

Active Optical Cable technology ensures low power consumption (<2.0W typical) and high signal integrity over longer distances compared to passive copper cables. The LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacket enhances safety in data center environments. Hot-pluggable design simplifies installation and maintenance.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Enterprise network uplinks
• 25GBASE-SR Ethernet and InfiniBand EDR applications

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Connector 1: QSFP28
• Connector 2: SFP28
• Length: 10 meters (32.8 ft)
• Max Data Rate: 25 Gbps per channel
• Fiber Type: Multimode (MMF)
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Power Consumption: <2.0W typical
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Compliance: MSA, RoHS, CE, FCC

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both host devices support the required data rates and protocols. This cable is ideal for short-reach, high-bandwidth links within racks or between adjacent racks.