Intel XDACBL6M Compatible 10G SFP+ Passive Copper Twinax Cable, 6m (20ft)
For project documentation, Intel XDACBL6M and this cable’s physical length should be recorded together. The product described here is a 6m (20ft) 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: XDACBL6MHT Part Number: XDACBL6M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Intel XDACBL6M
- 10G connectivity at 10Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP+ to SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 6m (20ft), XDACBL6M
- Cable construction: Passive Twinax
- Conductor specification: 24AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤0.1W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | XDACBL6M |
|---|---|
| Intel 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.
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.
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
Extended reach changes the installation checks for XDACBL6M. Confirm that 6m (20ft) follows the intended route without tension, then verify that intermediate supports do not squeeze the jacket or hide the connectors behind adjacent cables. Both hosts must still match the stated interface and lane configuration. Within this family, XDACBL5M is shorter at 5m (16ft), while XDACBL7M is the next longer choice at 7m (23ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
XDACBL6M occupies the middle of this family between XDACBL5M at 5m (16ft) and XDACBL7M 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.
Intel 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 Intel cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Intel XDACBL6M.
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.
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. XDACBL6M refers here to 6m (20ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
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 XDACBL6M 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. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.
