100G QSFP28 Direct Attach Copper Cable 30AWG Passive 2M
This 100G QSFP28 passive DAC cable delivers high-speed 100GbE connectivity with low latency and efficient power-free operation, ideal for short-reach data center interconnects.
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The 100G QSFP28 direct attach copper (DAC) cable is designed for ultra-high-speed short-reach interconnects in modern data center environments. It provides a cost-effective and energy-efficient alternative to optical transceivers, enabling reliable 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity between QSFP28-enabled devices.
Built with passive twinax copper construction and 30AWG wire gauge, this cable delivers low latency, stable signal integrity, and plug-and-play installation without the need for external power. The 2-meter length makes it ideal for rack-to-rack or intra-rack connections where high bandwidth and compact cable management are required.Featured DAC & AOC Cable Solutions
| SKU | Cable Type | Data Rate | Form Factor A | Form Factor B | Wire Type | Length |
| AOC-100GQSFP28-5 | AOC | 100G | QSFP28 | QSFP28 | OM4 Fiber Cable | 5M |
| AOC-10GSFP-10 | AOC | 10G | SFP+ | SFP+ | OM4 Fiber Cable | 10M |
| AOC-25GSFP28-3 | AOC | 25G | SFP28 | SFP28 | OM4 Fiber Cable | 3M |
| AOC-40GQSFP-10 | AOC | 40G | QSFP+ | QSFP+ | OM3 Fiber Cable | 10M |
| AOC-QSFP-10G4SFP-5 | AOC | 40G | QSFP+ | 4*SFP+ | OM3 Fiber Cable | 5M |
| AOC-QSFP28-4SFP28-3 | AOC | 100G | QSFP28 | 4×SFP28 | OM3 Fiber Cable | 3M |
| DAC-100GQSFP28-25G4SFP28-P5 | DAC | 100G | QSFP28 | 4×SFP28 | 24AWG | 5M |
| DAC-100GQSFP28-P3 | DAC | 100G | QSFP28 | QSFP28 | 26AWG | 3M |
| DAC-10GCX4-P05 | DAC | 10G | CX4 | CX4 | 28AWG | 3M |
| DAC-10GSFP-P10 | DAC | 10G | SFP+ | SFP+ | 24AWG | 10M |
| DAC-10GSFP-XFP-A10 | DAC | 10G | SFP+ | XFP | 24AWG | 10M |
| DAC-400GQSFP-P5 | DAC | 400G | QSFP-DD | QSFP-DD | 30AWG | 5M |
| DAC-40GQSFP-P07 | DAC | 40G | QSFP+ | QSFP+ | 28AWG | 7M |
| DAC-QSFP-10G4SFP-P03 | DAC | 40G | QSFP+ | 4 * SFP+ | 30AWG | 3M |
| DAC-SFP-P05 | DAC | 1.25G | SFP | SFP | 30AWG | 5M |
| Cable Type | Passive DAC |
|---|---|
| Connector | QSFP28 |
| Data Rate | 100G Ethernet |
| Cable Length | 2 m |
| Wire Gauge | 30AWG |
| Medium | Twinax Copper |
| Power Requirement | Passive (No power needed) |
| Latency | Ultra-low |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.3bj / 802.3cd | RoHS |
- 100G QSFP28 direct attach copper cable
- Supports 100GbE high-speed transmission
- Passive twinax design (no external power required)
- 30AWG wire gauge for flexibility and routing efficiency
- Low latency and stable signal integrity
- Plug-and-play QSFP28 compatibility
- 2m short-reach optimized length
- Data center switch-to-switch interconnects
- Server-to-switch high-speed connectivity
- Cloud computing infrastructure
- High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
- Storage and networking equipment links
- Rack-level structured cabling systems
We provide OEM and ODM services for high-speed DAC and AOC cable assemblies. Custom options include cable length, wire gauge (30AWG/26AWG), connector coding, EEPROM programming, branding, and packaging. Both standard and enterprise-grade configurations are available to support different network architectures and deployment requirements.
Customize DAC & AOC High-Speed Cable Solution
| Cable Type | Passive DAC / Active DAC (ACC) / Active Optical Cable (AOC) |
| Form Factor | SFP+ / SFP28 / QSFP+ / QSFP28 / QSFP56 / QSFP-DD / OSFP |
| Data Rate | 10G / 25G / 40G / 50G / 100G / 200G / 400G / 800G |
| Cable Length | 0.5m–15m (DAC) / 1m–100m (AOC) |
| Transmission Medium | Twinax Copper / Multimode Optical Fiber |
| Connector Compatibility | Cisco / NVIDIA / Arista / Juniper / Dell / HPE / Generic Compatible |
| Jacket Type | PVC / LSZH |
| EEPROM Coding | OEM Compatible Programming Available |
| Operating Temperature | Commercial / Industrial Grade |
Q1: What devices support QSFP28 DAC cables?
A: QSFP28 DAC cables are used with 100G Ethernet switches, routers, and servers that have QSFP28 ports.
Q2: Is this cable active or passive?
A: This is a passive DAC cable, meaning it requires no external power for operation.
Q3: What is the maximum recommended distance?
A: This 2m cable is optimized for short-reach applications within racks or between adjacent racks.
Q4: Why choose DAC instead of optical modules?
A: DAC cables offer lower cost, lower power consumption, and minimal latency for short-distance 100G connections.
Q5: What does 30AWG mean?
A: 30AWG refers to the wire gauge, indicating a thinner and more flexible cable suitable for high-density installations.
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