Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU6M Compatible 10G SFP+ Passive Copper Twinax Cable, 6m (20ft)
The assembly listed here is the 6m (20ft) member of the SFP-H10GB-CU6M product family for Cisco equipment. It provides 10G DAC connectivity through SFP+ to SFP+. Project teams can use the detailed table, related references and documentation-oriented packing information to keep each delivered cable aligned with its planned endpoints.
OEM Part Number: SFP-H10GB-CU6MHT Part Number: SFP-H10GB-CU6M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU6M
- 10G connectivity at 10Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP+ to SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 6m (20ft), SFP-H10GB-CU6M
- Cable construction: Passive Twinax
- Conductor specification: 24AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤0.1W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-H10GB-CU6M |
|---|---|
| Cisco Compatible | SFP-H10GB-CU6M |
| 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 | 6m (19.69 ft) |
| 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.
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.
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
Longer assemblies require disciplined cable dressing. For SFP-H10GB-CU6M at 6m (20ft), use the intended managers rather than a diagonal route across the rack, and leave enough space to release each connector. Any service allowance should be loose and supported, with the complete copper assembly and both connector housings protected throughout the path. Within this family, SFP-H10GB-CU5M is shorter at 5m (16ft), while SFP-H10GB-CU7M is the next longer choice at 7m (23ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP-H10GB-CU6M occupies the middle of this family between SFP-H10GB-CU5M at 5m (16ft) and SFP-H10GB-CU7M at 7m (23ft). It adds 1m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 1m. 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 listed conductor specification is 24AWG; the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is ≤0.1W; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Cisco 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. Where supported by the host, link stability and diagnostic indications are reviewed together with the established link.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU6M.
Can excess cable be folded into a compact bundle?
No. Use a supported, bend-safe service loop and observe the listed minimum bend radius. Do not crease the cable or tighten ties around the connector boots.
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.
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. Keep SFP-H10GB-CU6M associated with 6m (20ft) throughout the order and receiving record.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. 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. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.
