Arista Networks CAB-SFP-SFP-7M Compatible 10G SFP+ Passive Copper Twinax Cable, 7m (23ft)
For project documentation, Arista Networks CAB-SFP-SFP-7M and this cable’s physical length should be recorded together. The product described here is a 7m (23ft) DAC assembly for 10G links, using SFP+ to SFP+. Its OEM cross-reference, HT part number, specification table and packing options support traceable ordering and installation records.
OEM Part Number: CAB-SFP-SFP-7MHT Part Number: CAB-SFP-SFP-7M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Arista Networks CAB-SFP-SFP-7M
- 10G connectivity at 10Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP+ to SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 7m (23ft), CAB-SFP-SFP-7M
- Cable construction: Passive Twinax
- Conductor specification: 24AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤0.1W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | CAB-SFP-SFP-7M |
|---|---|
| Arista Compatible | SFP-H10GB-CU7M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | SFP+ to SFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 10Gbps |
| Media | Copper |
| Power Supply | 3.3V |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Wire AWG | 24AWG |
| Cable Length | 7m (22.97ft) |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Cable Type | Passive Twinax |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Power Consumption | ≤0.1W |
| Application | 10G Ethernet |
| Protocols | 1x InfiniBand QDR, DDR, SDR, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel |
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤0.1W. 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.
Passive Copper Operation
A passive DAC has no separate optical conversion stage. Its low-power, low-latency operation is useful for short equipment links, but the assembly must remain within the length and signaling mode accepted by both hosts.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
At 7m (23ft), CAB-SFP-SFP-7M should be planned as an extended equipment-room connection rather than a short in-rack jumper. Mark the complete vertical and horizontal route before installation, including every manager the cable will actually pass through. Support the complete copper assembly and both connector housings along that path and keep both ends free from pull loads. The next shorter verified assembly is CAB-SFP-SFP-6M at 6m (20ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
CAB-SFP-SFP-7M is the longest of 10 verified length options in this family. Compared with CAB-SFP-SFP-6M at 6m (20ft), it provides 1m of additional reach for a longer vertical drop, a wider rack or an adjacent-cabinet route. Confirm that the complete path requires this length, because unused slack still needs supported, bend-safe storage.
Project Documentation and Cable Identification
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, physical length and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and use the HT part number on the packing list. Where several lengths arrive together, labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers do not have to identify cables by appearance alone. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 24AWG; the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is ≤0.1W; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 24AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) jacket, minimum bend radius 30mm. 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.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is 10G Ethernet. Listed interface and protocol references include 1x InfiniBand QDR, DDR, SDR, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Arista Networks Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification links the compatibility identity to the exact physical assembly described on this page. Identification, connector condition and live link behavior are checked before packing. Customers can submit equipment and firmware details with the project documentation for a more specific pre-order compatibility review. The check includes link stability and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Arista Networks cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Arista Networks CAB-SFP-SFP-7M.
Can different brands be connected with the same assembly?
Only where both hosts explicitly support the complete interface and compatibility arrangement. Document each end and select the appropriate brand-specific product when required.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. CAB-SFP-SFP-7M refers here to 7m (23ft). 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.
Ordering Information
Use the listed HT part number for ordering and retain the OEM reference as the host-compatibility cross-reference. Send quantities by length, along with any rack-based packing or label instructions. If the project has mixed equipment, include the host model for each group rather than relying only on the aggregate cable rate. This page’s fixed configuration is 7m (23ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
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. Worldwide courier services are available, with air or sea freight for consolidated shipments; freight-collect delivery and coordination with a customer’s logistics provider can be arranged.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Inspection and link testing are completed before the cable enters its protective packaging. Project orders can be packed and labelled by length, rack or customer reference, with packing documentation that makes received quantities straightforward to reconcile against the installation schedule. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.
