Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU10M Compatible 10G SFP+ Active Copper Twinax Cable, 10m (33ft)
This 10m (33ft) ACC assembly is made for installations that call for Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU10M at 10G. The SFP+ to SFP+ connectors and cable arrive as one complete product, ready for a direct link between suitable ports. Field-handling guidance, exact specifications and pre-packing functional checks apply to the part number shown here.
OEM Part Number: SFP-H10GB-ACU10MHT Part Number: SFP-H10GB-ACU10M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU10M
- 10G connectivity at 10Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP+ to SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 10m (33ft), SFP-H10GB-ACU10M
- Cable construction: Active Twinax
- Conductor specification: 26AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤0.55W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-H10GB-ACU10M |
|---|---|
| Cisco Compatible | SFP-H10GB-ACU10M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | SFP+ to SFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 10Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Wire AWG | 26AWG |
| Cable Length | 10m (32.81ft) |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Cable Type | Active Twinax |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Power Consumption | ≤0.55W |
| Power Supply | 3.3V |
| Protocols | 1x InfiniBand QDR, DDR, SDR, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel |
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤0.55W. 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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
Longer assemblies require disciplined cable dressing. For SFP-H10GB-ACU10M at 10m (33ft), use the intended managers rather than a diagonal route across the rack, and leave enough space to release each connector. Any service allowance should be loose and supported, with the complete copper assembly and both connector housings protected throughout the path. The next shorter verified assembly is SFP-H10GB-ACU7M at 7m (23ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP-H10GB-ACU10M is the longest of 5 verified length options in this family. Compared with SFP-H10GB-ACU7M at 7m (23ft), it provides 3m 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 26AWG; the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is ≤0.55W; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 26AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) 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 determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include 1x InfiniBand QDR, DDR, SDR, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
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.
Cisco 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, link stability and diagnostic indications are reviewed together with the established link.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU10M.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. SFP-H10GB-ACU10M 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.
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.
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 SFP-H10GB-ACU10M.
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.
