The SFP56 50G Passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Cable is a high-performance, low-latency, and cost-efficient solution for short-reach 50G Ethernet connectivity. Designed for modern data centers, cloud infrastructures, and high-density switching environments, this cable provides a simple and reliable way to interconnect servers, switches, and high-speed networking equipment.
Engineered with a hot-pluggable SFP 20-pin footprint and compliant with the Improved Pluggable Form Factor (IPF) specification, the SFP56 DAC delivers superior EMI/EMC performance and exceptional signal integrity. Fully compatible with IEEE 802.3bj, IEEE 802.3cd, SFF-8402, and SFF-8432, it ensures seamless interoperability across a wide range of 50G-capable platforms.
Key Features
• Supports up to 50Gbps data rate
• Copper lengths up to 3 meters
• Hot-pluggable SFP 20-pin footprint
• IPF-compliant for enhanced EMI/EMC performance
• Compatible with IEEE 802.3bj and IEEE 802.3cd
• Meets SFF-8402 and SFF-8432 electrical specifications
• Operating temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Passive design for ultra-low latency
• Fully RoHS compliant
Applications
• 50G Ethernet networking
• Switch-to-server interconnects
• High-density data-center deployments
• Storage, GPU, and accelerator connectivity
• Short-reach copper links in ToR/EoR architectures