QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT 200G QSFP56 4 x 50G PAM4 to 4 x 50G SFP56 50G PAM4 Active Optical Breakout Cable, 30m (98ft)
This QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT compatible cable gives project teams a defined 200G connection in 30m (98ft), with QSFP56 to SFP56 and Generic host compatibility. Rather than treating all lengths as interchangeable, the page keeps this order code separate and links the other verified lengths for accurate schedules, labels and delivery checks.
OEM Part Number: QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FTHT Part Number: QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AOC assembly in 30m (98ft)
- 200G connectivity at 200G
- Interface configuration: QSFP56 to SFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 30m (98ft), QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP56 to SFP56 |
| Max Data Rate | 200G |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 30m (98ft) |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Transmitter Type | VSCEL |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Typical Power Consumption | 5.5W (QSFP56), 3W (SFP56) |
| Power Supply | 3.3V |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Fiber Type | OM3 Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses OFNP 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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
Choose QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT when the measured managed path justifies 30m (98ft), not simply to leave a large spare coil. Additional reach can simplify adjacent-rack routing, yet unused cable still needs bend-safe storage and ventilation clearance. Keep identification visible so this extended version is not confused with shorter spares. Within this family, QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-25M82FT is shorter at 25m (82ft), while QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-50M164FT is the next longer choice at 50m (164ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT occupies the middle of this family between QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-25M82FT at 25m (82ft) and QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-50M164FT at 50m (164ft). It adds 5m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 20m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.
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 minimum bend radius is 30mm; the jacket material is OFNP.
Breakout Port Mapping
The QSFP56 to SFP56 configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.
Integrated Optical Assembly
The optical engines and fiber are permanently integrated into this AOC. There are no detachable optical modules to clean or exchange. Handle the complete assembly by its connector housings and cable, and keep both ends matched to the same interface specification.
Generic 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. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes receive activity and diagnostic indications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original equipment manufacturer cable?
No. It is manufactured by HT under our own manufacturer identity.
Will any matching connector operate at the same speed?
Not necessarily. Both hosts must support the stated rate, identification, lane mapping and any required breakout configuration; mechanical compatibility alone is insufficient.
What details assist a compatibility review?
Provide the equipment manufacturer, model, port type, hardware revision and software release, together with the OEM reference, required length and quantity.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
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. Quantity and any labeling instructions should be attached specifically to QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-30M98FT.
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. International express, air cargo and sea freight can be selected according to destination and carton volume; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are also accepted.
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. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.
