40G QSFP+ Active Optical Cable

Technical Specification: 40G QSFP+ Active Optical Cable (AOC)

Product Overview

The 40G QSFP+ Active Optical Cable (AOC) is an integrated, hot-pluggable fiber-optic cable assembly with QSFP+ connectors at both ends. Designed for high-speed, low-latency interconnects in data centers, it supports full-duplex 40-gigabit Ethernet connectivity with efficient power usage and superior flexibility.

Key Features

• Connector Type: QSFP+ → QSFP+ (hot-pluggable) (activeopticalcable.com, AVPro Global)
• Data Rate: Supports up to 41.25 Gbps (e.g. 10G, 40G Ethernet, various Fibre Channel and InfiniBand links) (EDGE Optical Solutions)
• Media: OM3 multimode fiber with 850 nm VCSEL transmitters and PIN photodiodes (activeopticalcable.com)
• Max Reach: Up to 300 m over OM3 MMF (EDGE Optical Solutions)
• Power Consumption: Typically ≤ 1.5 W per end (under 3 W total) (activeopticalcable.com)
• Monitoring: Digital Diagnostics (DDM/DOM) enabled via I²C interface (EDGE Optical Solutions)
• Power Supply: Single 3.3 V input (img-en.fs.com)
• Temperature Range: Commercial grade—0 °C to 70 °C (EDGE Optical Solutions)
• Compliance: Supports QSFP+ MSA, IEEE 802.3ba (40GBASE‑SR4), RoHS, CE (activeopticalcable.com)
• Minimum Bend Radius: Around 7.5 mm (AVPro Global)

Performance & Specifications

Applications

• 40GBASE-SR4 Ethernet uplinks within racks or across adjacent racks
• High-density data center cabling where active optics reduce power and weight
• Low-latency, reliable links for group-to-group or cluster communications
• Scenarios requiring real-time diagnostic reporting and multi-rate connectivity

Why Choose Swedish Telecom Opto?

✅ European-based support & logistics
✅ Full multi-vendor compatibility
✅ Extensive QA testing with performance reports
✅ Customized stock for projects and repeat supply
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✅ Lower cost – no brand tax
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