SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT 100G SFP-DD 2 x 50G PAM4 to QSFP28 4 x 25G NRZ Active Optical Cable, 30m (98ft)
The SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT compatible AOC cable provides 100G connectivity for Generic equipment over a fixed 30m (98ft) assembly. Both ends use the stated SFP-DD to QSFP28 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: SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FTHT Part Number: SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AOC assembly in 30m (98ft)
- 100G connectivity at 100Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP-DD to QSFP28
- Fixed length and part number: 30m (98ft), SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT
- Cable construction: OM3
- Maximum power consumption: SFP-DD: <3.5WQSFP28: <5.5W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | SFP-DD to QSFP28 |
| Max Data Rate | 100Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 30m (98ft) |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Cable Type | OM3 |
| Transmitter Type | VSCEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Power Consumption | SFP-DD: <3.5WQSFP28: <5.5W |
| Modulation (Electrical) | SFP-DD-2x 50G-PAM4 QSFP28-4x 25G-NRZ |
| Modulation (Optical) | 2x 50G-PAM4 |
| Power supply | 3.3V |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| Commercial Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | SFP-DD & QSFP28 MSA, IEEE 802.3cd, RoHS6 (Lead-free) |
| Application | 100GBASE SR2 Ethernet |
Signal and Lane Configuration
The listed modulation format is SFP-DD-2x 50G-PAM4 QSFP28-4x 25G-NRZ. 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.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT is the longest of 9 verified length options in this family. Compared with SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-20M66FT at 20m (66ft), it provides 10m 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 minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is SFP-DD: <3.5WQSFP28: <5.5W; the jacket material is OFNP.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is SFP-DD: <3.5WQSFP28: <5.5W. 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 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.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is 100GBASE SR2 Ethernet. Listed interface and protocol references include SFP-DD & QSFP28 MSA, IEEE 802.3cd, RoHS6 (Lead-free). Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
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
Extended reach changes the installation checks for SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT. Confirm that 30m (98ft) follows the intended route without tension, then verify that intermediate supports do not squeeze the jacket or hide the connectors behind adjacent cables. Both hosts must still match the stated interface and lane configuration. The next shorter verified assembly is SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-20M66FT at 20m (66ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
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 receive activity 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. Keep SFP-DD to QSFP28-100G-AOC-30M98FT associated with 30m (98ft) throughout the order and receiving record.
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. 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.
