QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FTQSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FT 200G QSFP56 4 x 50G PAM4 to 4 x 50G SFP56 50G PAM4 Active Optical Breakout Cable, 70m (230ft)
For densely populated equipment, the fixed 70m (230ft) version of Generic QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FT offers a clearly defined 200G link without separate optical modules or patch cords. The AOC assembly uses QSFP56 to SFP56; its power, mechanical and diagnostic details are listed where supplied so port density and cable management can be assessed together.
OEM Part Number: QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FTHT Part Number: QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FT
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured AOC assembly in 70m (230ft)
- 200G connectivity at 200G
- Interface configuration: QSFP56 to SFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 70m (230ft), QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FT
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP56 to SFP56 |
| Max Data Rate | 200G |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 70m (230ft) |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Transmitter Type | VSCEL |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Typical Power Consumption | 5.5W (QSFP56), 3W (SFP56) |
| Power Supply | 3.3V |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Fiber Type | OM3 Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
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
For this 70m (230ft) version, prepare the destination pathway before connecting either end. A longer assembly can cross separated equipment positions, but its weight and service slack must remain supported without blocking airflow. Handle the integrated optical cable and both optical engines as one factory-terminated product and never pull a connector into position by the cable. The next shorter verified assembly is QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-50M164FT at 50m (164ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FT is the longest of 12 verified length options in this family. Compared with QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-50M164FT at 50m (164ft), it provides 20m 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.
Breakout Port Mapping
The QSFP56 to SFP56 configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.
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. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.
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 70m (230ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Generic 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 equipment manufacturer cable?
No. It is manufactured by HT under our own manufacturer identity.
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. QSFP56 to SFP56-200G-AOC-70M230FT refers here to 70m (230ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
Shipping and Lead Time
Available stock is normally prepared for dispatch within one to three working days, while larger production requirements are scheduled 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.
