SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT 50G SFP56 Active Copper Twinax Cable, 5m (16ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring Generic SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT, this page supplies the 5m (16ft) version with SFP56. The cable supports 50G 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: SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FTHT Part Number: SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured ACC assembly in 5m (16ft)
- 50G connectivity at 50Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 5m (16ft), SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT
- Cable construction: Active Twinax
- Conductor specification: 28AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤0.5W
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT |
|---|---|
| Compatible | Generic |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP56 |
| Max Data Rate | 50Gbps |
| Cable Type | Active Twinax |
| Max Cable Distance | Up to 7m |
| Cable Length | 5m(16ft) |
| Wire AWG | 28AWG |
| Power Consumption | ≤0.5W |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Modulation Technology | PAM4 |
| Bit Rate | 53.125 Gbps |
| Protocol | SFP56 MSA |
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤0.5W. 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.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT occupies the middle of this family between SFP56-50G-ACC-3M10FT at 3m (10ft) and SFP56-50G-ACC-7M23FT at 7m (23ft). It adds 2m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 2m. 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 listed conductor specification is 28AWG; the stated power consumption is ≤0.5W; the jacket material is PVC.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 28AWG conductors, PVC jacket. 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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 5m (16ft) length gives SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT more freedom for adjacent-rack and row-end deployments. Longer copper runs need particular attention to routing weight and bend control; the ACC specification and host support must still match the intended link.
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. Where supported by the host, link stability 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.
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.
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.
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 SFP56-50G-ACC-5M16FT.
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. 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.
