Description
The AddOn QSFPDD-8SFP56-PDAC2-5M-AO is an MSA and TAA compliant 400GBase-CU QSFP-DD to 8xSFP56 passive direct attach cable designed to deliver ultra-high-speed, low-latency connectivity for next-generation data center, enterprise, and HPC networks. Featuring eight breakout SFP56 interfaces from a single QSFP-DD port, this passive Twinax cable supports data rates up to 56 Gbps per lane (PAM4) with a total aggregated bandwidth of 400 Gbps over a maximum distance of 2.5 meters (8.2 ft).
Built for optimal signal integrity, EMI/EMC performance, and robust mechanical reliability, this cable is ideal for short-reach interconnects between servers, switches, routers, and storage devices within racks or adjacent racks. Fully tested for performance and interoperability, it ensures seamless deployment and dependable operation across demanding environments.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | QSFPDD-8SFP56-PDAC2-5M-AO |
| Type | 400GBase-CU QSFP-DD to 8xSFP56 Direct Attach Cable |
| Cable Type | Passive Twinax |
| Data Rate | 56 Gbps per lane (PAM4), 400 Gbps aggregate |
| Length | 2.5 m (8.2 ft) |
| Connector A | QSFP-DD |
| Connector B | 8x SFP56 |
| Wire Gauge | 28 AWG |
| Cable Outer Diameter | 4.62 mm |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Flammability Rating | VW-1 |
| Voltage | 3.3 V DC |
| Current (Signal Only) | 0.75 A |
| Impedance | 100 Ω |
| Operating Temperature | -10 °C to +60 °C |
| Compliance Standards | QSFP-DD MSA Rev 3.4, SFF-8679, SFF-8636, IEEE 802.3bj/by/cd |
| Features | Pull-to-release latch, I²C EEPROM, 360° EMI shielding, low-loss construction |
| Certifications | IEC 60825-1, FDA CFR-21 1040.10/1040.11, TUV EN62368-1, UL/CSA 60950-1, FCC Part 15 Class B, EN 55032/55024 |
| Applications | Data centers, servers, switches, routers, high-performance computing |
| Compliance | RoHS-6, TAA |
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