SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT SFP28 Industrial Active Optical Cable, 50m (164ft)

For a direct equipment connection requiring Generic SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT, this page supplies the 50m (164ft) version with SFP28. The cable supports 25G 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: SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FTHT Part Number: SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AOC assembly in 50m (164ft)
- 25G connectivity at 25.78125Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP28
- Fixed length and part number: 50m (164ft), SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT
- Cable construction: OM3
- Maximum power consumption: < 1W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
- Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP28 |
| Max Data Rate | 25.78125Gbps |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Cable Type | OM3 |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 50m(164ft) |
| Power Consumption | < 1W |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Industrial Temperature Range | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
| Protocols | SFP28 MSA,IEEE 802.3by 25GBASE-SR |
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is < 1W. 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
Extended reach changes the installation checks for SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT. Confirm that 50m (164ft) 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. Within this family, SFP28-25G-AOC-30M98FT is shorter at 30m (98ft), while SFP28-25G-AOC-70M229FT is the next longer choice at 70m (229ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT occupies the middle of this family between SFP28-25G-AOC-30M98FT at 30m (98ft) and SFP28-25G-AOC-70M229FT at 70m (229ft). It adds 20m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 20m. 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 < 1W; the jacket material is OFNP.
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 determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include SFP28 MSA,IEEE 802.3by 25GBASE-SR. 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.
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.
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. SFP28-25G-AOC-50M164FT refers here to 50m (164ft). 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. This page’s fixed configuration is 50m (164ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
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.
