QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FT 800G QSFP-DD 8 x 100G PAM4 Active Electrical Cable, 5m (16ft)
The QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FT compatible AEC cable provides 800G connectivity for Generic equipment over a fixed 5m (16ft) assembly. Both ends use the stated QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD arrangement. It is inspected and functionally checked before packing, with handling guidance designed to protect the connectors during installation and later service.
OEM Part Number: QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FTHT Part Number: QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AEC assembly in 5m (16ft)
- 800G connectivity at 800Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD
- Fixed length and part number: 5m (16ft), QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FT
- Cable construction: Active DAC (AEC)
- Conductor specification: 32AWG
- Maximum power consumption: 12W Per End
- Minimum bend radius: 36.5
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD |
| Max. Data Rate | 800Gbps |
| Media | Copper |
| Cable Type | Active DAC (AEC) |
| Cable Length | 5m (16ft) |
| Jacket Material | PET |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 36.5 |
| Wire AWG | 32AWG |
| Max. Power Consumption | 12W Per End |
| Modulation Format | 8x100G-PAM4 |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Application | 800G Ethernet |
| Protocols | CMIS 5.0, IEEE 802.3ck, QSFP-DD MSA Rev6.3 |
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.
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 32AWG; the minimum bend radius is 36.5; the stated power consumption is 12W Per End; the jacket material is PET.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is 12W Per End. 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 32AWG conductors, PET jacket, minimum bend radius 36.5. 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 800G Ethernet. Listed interface and protocol references include CMIS 5.0, IEEE 802.3ck, QSFP-DD MSA Rev6.3. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 5m (16ft) length gives QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-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
QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FT is the longest of 4 verified length options in this family. Compared with QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-3M10FT at 3m (10ft), it provides 2m 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.
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. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.
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. The check includes link stability and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original equipment manufacturer cable?
No. It is manufactured by HT under our own manufacturer identity.
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.
Will any matching connector operate at the same speed?
Not necessarily. Both hosts must support the stated rate, identification, lane mapping and any required breakout configuration; mechanical compatibility alone is insufficient.
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. Quantity and any labeling instructions should be attached specifically to QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD-800G-AEC-5M16FT.
Shipping and Lead Time
Available stock is generally dispatched within one to three working days after order confirmation, with production lead times advised for larger quantities. 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.
