Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC7M Compatible 25G SFP28 Active Optical Cable, 7m (23ft)
For project documentation, Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC7M and this cable’s physical length should be recorded together. The product described here is a 7m (23ft) AOC assembly for 25G links, using SFP28 to SFP28. Its OEM cross-reference, HT part number, specification table and packing options support traceable ordering and installation records.
OEM Part Number: SFP28-25G-AOC7MHT Part Number: SFP28-25G-AOC7M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC7M
- 25G connectivity at 25Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP28 to SFP28
- Fixed length and part number: 7m (23ft), SFP28-25G-AOC7M
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP28-25G-AOC7M |
|---|---|
| Cisco Compatible | SFP28-25G-AOC7M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | SFP28 to SFP28 |
| Max Data Rate | 25Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 7m (22.97ft) |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
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.
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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
Choose SFP28-25G-AOC7M when the measured managed path justifies 7m (23ft), 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, SFP28-25G-AOC5M is shorter at 5m (16ft), while SFP28-25G-AOC10M is the next longer choice at 10m (33ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP28-25G-AOC7M occupies the middle of this family between SFP28-25G-AOC5M at 5m (16ft) and SFP28-25G-AOC10M at 10m (33ft). It adds 2m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 3m. 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.
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. The check includes receive activity and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC7M.
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. Quantity and any labeling instructions should be attached specifically to SFP28-25G-AOC7M.
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. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.
