OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT 800G OSFP 8 x 100G PAM4 IHS/Finned Top Active Electrical Cable, 5m (16ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring Generic OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT, this page supplies the 5m (16ft) version with OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top). The cable supports 800G operation and eliminates a separate module-and-patch-cord assembly. Installation, maintenance and spare-cable identification are addressed alongside the full technical details.
OEM Part Number: OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FTHT Part Number: OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AEC assembly in 5m (16ft)
- 800G connectivity at 800Gbps
- Interface configuration: OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)
- Fixed length and part number: 5m (16ft), OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT
- Cable construction: Active DAC (AEC)
- Conductor specification: 28AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤12W
- Minimum bend radius: 53mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) |
| Max Data Rate | 800Gbps |
| Media | Copper |
| Cable Type | Active DAC (AEC) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 53mm |
| Power Consumption | ≤12W |
| Cable Length | 5m (16ft) |
| Wire AWG | 28AWG |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Jacket Material | PET |
| Protocols | OSFP MSA, IEEE 802.3ck, CMIS 5.0 |
| Modulation Format | 8x100G-PAM4 |
Signal and Lane Configuration
The listed modulation format is 8x100G-PAM4. Both host interfaces must be configured for the same aggregate rate and lane arrangement. A connector that fits mechanically does not by itself guarantee that the remote port supports this encoding or breakout mode.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include OSFP MSA, IEEE 802.3ck, CMIS 5.0. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 5m (16ft) length gives OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT more freedom for adjacent-rack and row-end deployments. Longer copper runs need particular attention to routing weight and bend control; the AEC specification and host support must still match the intended link.
Position Within the Length Range
OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT is the longest of 5 verified length options in this family. Compared with OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-4M13FT at 4m (13ft), it provides 1m of additional reach for a longer vertical drop, a wider rack or an adjacent-cabinet route. Confirm that the complete path requires this length, because unused slack still needs supported, bend-safe storage.
Field Installation and Maintenance
Inspect the route and both connectors before installation, then support the cable without pulling on either connector housing. During maintenance, release the latch properly rather than using the cable as a handle. Keep protection on unused ends, and if the assembly is removed for later use, coil it loosely and record its part number so the same length can be returned to service. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 28AWG; the minimum bend radius is 53mm; the stated power consumption is ≤12W; the jacket material is PET.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤12W. Include this load in the host-port power and thermal budget, especially in densely populated switches. Maintain front-panel clearance and do not bundle the cable so tightly that it obstructs airflow around the connectors.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 28AWG conductors, PET jacket, minimum bend radius 53mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
The cable and both connectors are inspected before a functional link test. Connector protection and bend-safe packing reduce handling damage during transport and storage. Customer or site labels can be added for field inventories, with different lengths separated to simplify issue and return of spare assemblies. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.
Generic Compatibility and Factory Testing
A field-ready cable needs both correct identification and a stable operating link. Our pre-packing check therefore includes the connectors, host recognition and link behavior. For equipment with uncertain revision history, providing the host model and software release helps identify compatibility requirements before the assembly reaches the installation site. Where supported by the host, link stability and diagnostic indications are reviewed together with the established link.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original equipment manufacturer cable?
No. It is manufactured by HT under our own manufacturer identity.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to OSFP (IHS/Finned Top)-800G-AEC-5M16FT refers here to 5m (16ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
Are separate transceivers or patch leads required?
No. This is one complete direct-attach assembly. The ends are not detachable modules and should not be separated from the cable.
Can excess cable be folded into a compact bundle?
No. Use a supported, bend-safe service loop and observe the listed minimum bend radius. Do not crease the cable or tighten ties around the connector boots.
Ordering Information
Request the cable by its exact part number and length, and state the equipment model if compatibility confirmation is needed. Site orders can list quantities by rack or installation team. Any requested label should retain the part number so a removed or spare cable can still be identified accurately. This page’s fixed configuration is 5m (16ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.
