QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FT 800G QSFP-DD 8 x 100G PAM4 Active Copper Twinax Cable, 2.5m (8ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring Generic QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FT, this page supplies the 2.5m (8ft) version with QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD. 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: QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FTHT Part Number: QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured ACC assembly in 2.5m (8ft)
- 800G connectivity at 800Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD
- Fixed length and part number: 2.5m (8ft), QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FT
- Cable construction: Active DAC (ACC)
- Conductor specification: 28AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤1.2W
- Minimum bend radius: 40.5mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FT |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD |
| Media | Copper |
| Max Data Rate | 800Gbps |
| Cable Type | Active DAC (ACC) |
| Cable Length | 2.5m (8ft) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 40.5mm |
| Wire AWG | 28AWG |
| Modulation Format | PAM4 |
| Power Consumption | ≤1.2W |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Commercial Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | QSFP-DD MSA Rev. 5.0, CMIS Rev 4.0, SFF 8417, IEEE 802.3ck |
| Warranty | 5 Years5 Years |
| Manufacturer | HT |
Signal and Lane Configuration
The listed modulation format is 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.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 28AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) jacket, minimum bend radius 40.5mm. 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.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include QSFP-DD MSA Rev. 5.0, CMIS Rev 4.0, SFF 8417, IEEE 802.3ck. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 2.5m (8ft) version is useful when a two-metre run would leave insufficient working slack. Before installation, check the complete horizontal and vertical path so that QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FT reaches both ports without tension at either connector.
Position Within the Length Range
QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2.5M8FT is the longest of 5 verified length options in this family. Compared with QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-ACC-2M7FT at 2m (7ft), it provides 0.5m 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 40.5mm; the stated power consumption is ≤1.2W; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤1.2W. 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.
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. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.
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. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes link stability and diagnostic indications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original equipment manufacturer cable?
No. It is manufactured by HT under our own manufacturer identity.
What details assist a compatibility review?
Provide the equipment manufacturer, model, port type, hardware revision and software release, together with the OEM reference, required length and quantity.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
Can different brands be connected with the same assembly?
Only where both hosts explicitly support the complete interface and compatibility arrangement. Document each end and select the appropriate brand-specific product when required.
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 2.5m (8ft); 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. International express, air cargo and sea freight can be selected according to destination and carton volume; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are also accepted.
