CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30MDell CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M Compatible 25G SFP28 Active Optical Cable, 30m (98ft)
For densely populated equipment, the fixed 30m (98ft) version of Dell CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M offers a clearly defined 25G link without separate optical modules or patch cords. The AOC assembly uses SFP28 to SFP28; its power, mechanical and diagnostic details are listed where supplied so port density and cable management can be assessed together.
OEM Part Number: CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30MHT Part Number: CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Dell CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M
- 25G connectivity at 25Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP28 to SFP28
- Fixed length and part number: 30m (98ft), CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M |
|---|---|
| Dell Compatible | CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | SFP28 to SFP28 |
| Max Data Rate | 25Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 30m (98.43ft) |
| 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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The extended 30m (98ft) configuration gives CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M a specific place in the family reach range. It should not be treated as a universal substitute for every shorter order code. Match it to a documented route, protect the integrated optical cable and both optical engines during handling and retain the part-number label for later maintenance. The next shorter verified assembly is CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-25M at 25m (82ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M is the longest of 11 verified length options in this family. Compared with CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-25M at 25m (82ft), it provides 5m of additional reach for a longer vertical drop, a wider rack or an adjacent-cabinet route. Confirm that the complete path requires this length, because unused slack still needs supported, bend-safe storage.
High-Density Rack Integration
In a densely populated rack, connector access and airflow are part of the link design. Choose the shortest length that follows the managed path comfortably, avoid tight bundles around the connector housings and preserve room for latch operation. Where power consumption is listed, include every populated interface in the host thermal budget rather than assessing a single cable in isolation. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the jacket material is OFNP.
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.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Each assembly receives a visual connector inspection and functional link check before it is coiled and protected. Packaging is selected to avoid compressing the cable into a tight bundle, and optional rack-based labels help maintain an orderly installation when many identical interfaces are populated together. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.
Ordering Information
Provide the exact part number, length, quantity and target interface density. For multi-rack projects, list each length separately and identify any preferred carton grouping. Host model and software information can be included for a compatibility review before production or dispatch. This page’s fixed configuration is 30m (98ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Dell Compatibility and Factory Testing
The assembly is evaluated for host recognition and stable link operation, with diagnostics checked where the interface provides them. This approach verifies more than electrical or optical continuity. Exact platform and firmware information remains valuable in high-density deployments because port mode and qualification policy can differ within the same connector family. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes receive activity and diagnostic indications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Dell cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Dell CBL-25GSFP28-AOC-30M.
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.
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.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production quantities confirmed at order stage. Worldwide courier services are available, with air or sea freight for consolidated shipments; freight-collect delivery and coordination with a customer’s logistics provider can be arranged.
