QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-3M10FT 400G QSFP112 4 x 100G PAM4 Active Electrical Cable, 3m (10ft)
The QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-3M10FT compatible AEC cable provides 400G connectivity for Generic equipment over a fixed 3m (10ft) assembly. Both ends use the stated QSFP112 to QSFP112 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: QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-3M10FTHT Part Number: QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-3M10FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AEC assembly in 3m (10ft)
- 400G connectivity at 400Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP112 to QSFP112
- Fixed length and part number: 3m (10ft), QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-3M10FT
- Cable construction: Active DAC (AEC)
- Conductor specification: 32AWG
- Maximum power consumption: <8W Per End
- Minimum bend radius: 26.5mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-3M10FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP112 to QSFP112 |
| Max. Data Rate | 400Gbps |
| Media | Copper |
| Cable Type | Active DAC (AEC) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 26.5mm |
| Wire AWG | 32AWG |
| Cable Length | 3m (10ft) |
| Jacket Material | PET |
| Power Consumption | <8W Per End |
| Modulation Format | 4x 100G-PAM4 |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | QSFP112 MSA, IEEE 802.3ck 400GBase-CR4, CMIS 5.0 |
Signal and Lane Configuration
The listed modulation format is 4x 100G-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 QSFP112 MSA, IEEE 802.3ck 400GBase-CR4, CMIS 5.0. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
At 3m (10ft), this assembly can bridge non-aligned ports or adjacent racks while remaining a single direct-attach link. Support longer horizontal runs with suitable cable management and preserve space for cooling and future maintenance.
Position Within the Length Range
QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-3M10FT is the longest of 3 verified length options in this family. Compared with QSFP112 to QSFP112-400G-AEC-2M7FT at 2m (7ft), 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 32AWG; the minimum bend radius is 26.5mm; the stated power consumption is <8W Per End; the jacket material is PET.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is <8W 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 26.5mm. 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.
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. 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.
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.
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.
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 3m (10ft); 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. Worldwide courier services are available, with air or sea freight for consolidated shipments; freight-collect delivery and coordination with a customer’s logistics provider can be arranged.
