Description
SFF-8470 4X Plug / CX4 MDI Plug – High-Speed External Cable Assembly for Data-Intensive Systems
The SFF-8470 4X plug, also known as the CX4 MDI plug, is a robust, shielded connector designed for high-speed data transmission in enterprise, industrial, and high-performance computing environments. Engineered to support multi-lane signaling, this plug is ideal for external cable assemblies requiring reliable performance, mechanical durability, and signal integrity.
Key Features：
- Connector Type: SFF-8470 4X / CX4 MDI plug with ejector-style latching for secure and easy engagement/disengagement.
- Interface Standard: Supports InfiniBand, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE), and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) protocols.
- Channel Configuration: 4X differential pairs enabling aggregated data rates up to 10 Gbps per lane (40 Gbps total).
- External Cable Assembly: Designed for use with passive copper twinax cables in external interconnect applications.
- Wire Gauge Compatibility: Supports wire sizes from AWG 32 to AWG 24, offering flexibility in cable design and length.
- Controlled Impedance: 100-ohm differential impedance ensures optimal signal integrity and minimal crosstalk.
- RoHS Compliant: Fully compliant with environmental standards for hazardous substances, supporting sustainable manufacturing.
Applications：
- Data Centers: High-throughput connections between servers, switches, and storage systems.
- Enterprise Storage: External SAS links for RAID controllers, JBOD enclosures, and disk arrays.
- High-Performance Computing (HPC): Low-latency interconnects for cluster nodes and parallel processing systems.
- Telecommunications: Backbone infrastructure requiring stable, high-bandwidth external cabling.
- Test & Measurement Equipment: Reliable signal transmission for precision instruments and diagnostic systems.
- Industrial Automation: Real-time data exchange in embedded systems and control networks.
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