400G QSFP-DD 8x 50G PAM4 to 4x 100G QSFP56 2x 50G PAM4 Active Breakout DAC Cable

The 400G QSFP-DD 8x 50G PAM4 to 4x 100G QSFP56 2x 50G PAM4 Active Breakout DAC Cable provides a 400Gb/s copper connection between QSFP-DD to 4x QSFP56 ports with a cable length of 5m. Active electronics inside the connectors extend the usable reach compared with passive copper while keeping power draw low. Direct attach copper keeps both latency and power consumption to a minimum, which makes it the economical choice for 400G Ethernet data center and cloud network environments.

Product Highlights

• QSFP-DD to 4x QSFP56
• Data rate: 400Gb/s
• Cable type: Active Twinax
• Length: available from 3m (10ft) to 5m (16ft) in 3 standard options
• Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)

Designed for 400G Ethernet data center and cloud network environments, the 400G QSFP-DD 8x 50G PAM4 to 4x 100G QSFP56 2x 50G PAM4 Active Breakout DAC Cable carries 400Gb/s between QSFP-DD to 4x QSFP56 interfaces. This unit is supplied in 3 standard lengths from 3m (10ft) to 5m (16ft). By fanning one port out to 4x QSFP56, it doubles or quadruples the number of endpoints served per switch port and keeps the cabling plant simple. Custom labeling, packaging and compatibility coding for specific equipment vendors are available from our factory on request. The link runs PAM4 modulation, which keeps it aligned with current 400G switch silicon.

Compliance: QSFP-DD MSA SFF-8679 SFF-8636. Every unit's EEPROM coding and link behavior are verified on real host equipment in our lab, so what arrives at your site is ready to use.

This model carries part number QDD-400G-4QAC. You can order this assembly in 3m (10ft), 4m (13ft) and 5m (16ft). Non-standard lengths can be produced on request. Wire gauge: 28 AWG. Volume pricing is available for project quantities.

Before any product leaves our factory it goes through optical performance testing, compatibility verification on real switch platforms and a final visual inspection. Our in-house test lab holds a wide range of current and legacy switches from major brands, so interoperability is proven on the actual equipment your network uses rather than assumed from paper specifications.

Each unit is sealed in an anti-static bag, cushioned in a blister tray and boxed in an export-grade carton. Outer cartons carry handling marks and can be palletized for air or sea freight. If your project requires retail boxes, barcodes or your own brand on the label, we can arrange that as well.

Working directly with the manufacturer means no middleman limits. We support OEM and ODM projects, custom cable assemblies, alternative packaging and compatibility coding for major equipment vendors, with engineering support from the same team that designs our standard products.

Goods are normally sent by courier such as DHL, UPS, FedEx, TNT or EMS; air and sea freight are also available on request. Commonly used items are kept in stock for immediate shipment, and out-of-stock items are usually delivered within a few working days. We can also ship on your courier account or hand goods to your appointed forwarder.