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LR-LINK SFP28 active optical cable, 3 metre length, black finish

LR-LINK

LR-LINK SFP28-AOC-3M 25G Active Optical Cable 3M

SKU CH-NK34-S9PPC

Active optical cable with four full-duplex channels carrying 25Gbit/s each over multimode fibre, hot-pluggable SFP28 form factor, under 3.5W power draw

  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • 25 Gbit/s per channel for high-throughput 25Gb Ethernet links
  • Four full-duplex channels double aggregate bandwidth over single-lane cables
  • Hot-pluggable SFP28 form factor allows live insertion without downtime
  • VCSEL array over multimode fibre delivers reliable signal integrity
  • Low power draw under 3.5 W at 3.3 V supply

25G SFP28 active optical cable

The LR-LINK SFP28-AOC-3M is a 3 metre active optical cable built for 25 Gbit/s Ethernet links. It uses a hot-pluggable SFP28 form factor with four full-duplex channels and VCSEL array technology over multimode fibre. The cable draws under 3.5 W from a single 3.3 V supply and operates from 0 °C to 70 °C in commercial environments.

Data-centre links needing 25 Gbit/s per lane

This cable suits operators who need a ready-assembled 25 Gbit/s interconnect between SFP28 ports without separate transceivers and patch cords. It is not for buyers who need a passive copper direct-attach cable, a different reach, or a breakout to multiple lower-speed ports. The fixed 3 metre length also means it will not fit runs that require a longer or shorter assembly.

25 Gbit/s per channel data rate

The per-channel rate of 25 Gbit/s across four full-duplex lanes is the single specification that decides whether this assembly matches the link speed required by the connected equipment.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLR-LINK
Model nameSFP28-AOC-3M
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables

Questions about this item

What is the maximum sustained data rate per channel of the SFP28-AOC-3M?

The cable supports up to 25 Gbit/s per channel across four full-duplex channels for 25Gb Ethernet links.

How much power does the active optical cable draw during continuous operation?

Power consumption stays below 3.5 W while running from a single 3.3 V supply across the commercial 0–70 °C range.

Which port type must the switch or NIC already provide for this cable to function?

A hot-pluggable SFP28 port is required on each end to accept the cable's transceiver form factor.

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