QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT 200G QSFP56 4 x 50G PAM4 to 2 x 100G QSFP56 2x 50G PAM4 Active Optical Breakout Cable, 10m (33ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring Generic QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT, this page supplies the 10m (33ft) version with QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56. The cable supports 200G 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: QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FTHT Part Number: QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AOC assembly in 10m (33ft)
- 200G connectivity at 200Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 10m (33ft), QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT
- Cable construction: OM3
- Maximum power consumption: 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G Per End)
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56 |
| Max. Data Rate | 200Gbps |
| Cable Length | 10M(33ft) |
| Cable Type | OM3 |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Transmitter Type | VSCEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Max. Power Consumption | 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G Per End) |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) | TX & RX Built-in CDR |
| Modulation Format | PAM4 |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
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 OFNP jacket, minimum bend radius 30mm. 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.
Breakout Port Mapping
The QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56 configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.
Integrated Optical Assembly
The optical engines and fiber are permanently integrated into this AOC. There are no detachable optical modules to clean or exchange. Handle the complete assembly by its connector housings and cable, and keep both ends matched to the same interface specification.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The installation review for a 10m (33ft) link should include pathway length, support points, connector access and future maintenance. Route the integrated optical cable and both optical engines before attaching both ends, and avoid dragging it across connector panels. A final inspection should confirm that no latch, boot or jacket section carries unnecessary strain. Within this family, QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-5M16FT is shorter at 5m (16ft), while QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-15M49FT is the next longer choice at 15m (49ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT occupies the middle of this family between QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-5M16FT at 5m (16ft) and QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-15M49FT at 15m (49ft). It adds 5m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 5m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.
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 minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G Per End); the jacket material is OFNP.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G 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.
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. Where supported by the host, receive activity 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.
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.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT refers here to 10m (33ft). 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.
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. Keep QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56-200G-AOC-10M33FT associated with 10m (33ft) throughout the order and receiving record.
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.
