SFF-8642 plug / SFF-8642 plug

Description

SFF-8642 plug / SFF-8642 plug External Cable Assembly – IB 12x CXP High-Speed Interconnect for Data-Intensive Systems

The SFF-8642 to SFF-8642 external cable assembly is a premium, high-bandwidth solution designed for InfiniBand 12x CXP-to-CXP connectivity. Engineered for ultra-fast data transmission and robust signal integrity, this cable is ideal for high-performance computing, data center infrastructure, and enterprise networking environments where speed, reliability, and scalability are critical.

Key Features:

• Connector Configuration:
  • SFF-8642 plug on both ends (InfiniBand 12x CXP interface)
• Interface Support: Fully compatible with InfiniBand 12x protocols, supporting aggregated data rates up to 120 Gbps.
• External Cable Assembly: Designed for rack-to-rack or device-to-device connections in structured cabling environments.
• Wire Gauge Range: Supports AWG 30 to AWG 26, offering flexibility for performance optimization and cable length customization.
• Controlled Impedance: Maintains a 100-ohm differential impedance, ensuring excellent signal integrity and minimal crosstalk.
• Superior Shielding: Provides robust EMI/RFI protection for high-density, high-speed environments.
• RoHS Compliant: Manufactured in accordance with environmental standards for hazardous substances, supporting sustainable deployment.

Applications:

• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Enables direct CXP-to-CXP connectivity between switches and compute nodes in parallel processing clusters.
• Data Centers: Facilitates high-throughput backbone links between core switches, routers, and servers.
• InfiniBand Networks: Ideal for low-latency, high-bandwidth interconnects in scalable IB 12x topologies.
• Enterprise Networking: Supports aggregation layers and high-speed data routing in mission-critical systems.
• Telecommunications & Optical Transport