SFP56-50G-AOC-30M98FT 50G SFP56 Active Optical Cable, 30m (98ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring Generic SFP56-50G-AOC-30M98FT, this page supplies the 30m (98ft) 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-AOC-30M98FTHT Part Number: SFP56-50G-AOC-30M98FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AOC assembly in 30m (98ft)
- 50G connectivity at 50Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 30m (98ft), SFP56-50G-AOC-30M98FT
- Cable construction: Optical Cable
- Maximum power consumption: ≤2W
- Minimum bend radius: 60mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP56-50G-AOC-30M98FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP56 |
| Max Data Rate | 50Gbps |
| Cable Type | Optical Cable |
| Max Cable Distance | Up to 50m |
| Cable Length | 1m (3ft) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 60mm |
| Power Consumption | ≤2W |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Transmitter Type | VSCEL |
| FEC Function | Support Pre-FEC |
| CDR | TX+RX |
| Modulation Format | PAM4 |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocol | IEEE 802.3cd SFP56 MSA |
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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
For this 30m (98ft) version, prepare the destination pathway before connecting either end. A longer assembly can cross separated equipment positions, but its weight and service slack must remain supported without blocking airflow. Handle the integrated optical cable and both optical engines as one factory-terminated product and never pull a connector into position by the cable. Within this family, SFP56-50G-AOC-25M82FT is shorter at 25m (82ft), while SFP56-50G-AOC-50M164FT is the next longer choice at 50m (164ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP56-50G-AOC-30M98FT occupies the middle of this family between SFP56-50G-AOC-25M82FT at 25m (82ft) and SFP56-50G-AOC-50M164FT at 50m (164ft). It adds 5m 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 60mm; the stated power consumption is ≤2W; the jacket material is OFNP.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤2W. 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 60mm. 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.
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. 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. The check includes receive activity and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original equipment manufacturer cable?
No. It is manufactured by HT under our own manufacturer identity.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. SFP56-50G-AOC-30M98FT refers here to 30m (98ft). 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. Keep SFP56-50G-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.
