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Product Features
Technical Overview
This cable operates on the 25GBASE-CU standard, utilizing SFP28 connectors to support 25 Gbit/s data transfer speeds. The passive design means it draws power directly from the connected devices, simplifying deployment without additional power requirements.
The twinaxial construction ensures stable signal integrity over short distances, making it ideal for data center and enterprise environments where high bandwidth and low latency are critical.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Length, Connector Type on First End, Product Color, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This DAC cable offers a cost-effective and efficient solution for high-speed network links, reducing complexity compared to active optical cables or separate transceivers.
High-Speed Performance
Delivers 25 Gbit/s data transfer rates, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and reducing network bottlenecks.
- 25 Gbit/s throughput
- Low-latency connectivity
- Ideal for data centers
Simplified Deployment
The passive design eliminates the need for external power, making installation straightforward and reducing points of failure.
- No external power required
- Plug-and-play setup
- Compatible with SFP28 ports
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is optimized for short-reach connections within network racks, between adjacent switches, or from switches to servers in data center and enterprise settings.
Common use cases include linking top-of-rack switches to servers, connecting network appliances, and establishing high-speed interconnects in clustered computing environments where 25 GbE performance is required.
Data Center Interconnects
Use for connecting switches and servers within the same rack or adjacent racks, ensuring high bandwidth for virtualized workloads and storage networks.
Enterprise Networking
Ideal for upgrading network backbone links in office environments, supporting high-speed data transfer for collaborative applications and cloud services.
Highlights
- 25 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed network performance
- 1-meter (3.3-foot) length ideal for short-reach connections
- SFP28 connectors on both ends for direct device attachment
- Passive design requires no external power, simplifying deployment
- Twinaxial cable type ensures reliable signal integrity
- Black color for professional network aesthetics
- Compatible with routers, switches, and network devices
- Lifetime warranty for long-term reliability and support
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFP25GDAC01M-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 25GBASE-CU SFP28 Passive DAC Twinax Cable 1m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 3.3 ft (1 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | SFP28 Network |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x SFP28 Network |
| Connector Type on Second End | SFP28 Network |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x SFP28 Network |
| Device Supported | Router,Switch,Network Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 25 Gbit/s |
| Features | Passive |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | Black |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the cable length of this Axiom DAC cable?
The cable length is 1 meter, which is equivalent to 3.3 feet. This makes it suitable for short-reach connections within network racks or between adjacent devices in data center and enterprise environments.
What type of connectors does this cable use?
This cable uses SFP28 connectors on both ends. Each end has one SFP28 network connector, providing a direct attach copper solution for devices with SFP28 ports, such as switches and routers.
What is the data transfer rate of this cable?
The data transfer rate is 25 Gbit/s (gigabits per second). This high-speed performance supports bandwidth-intensive applications and helps reduce network bottlenecks in modern IT infrastructure.
Is this an active or passive DAC cable?
This is a passive DAC cable. It does not require external power or signal amplification, drawing power directly from the connected devices. This simplifies deployment and reduces potential points of failure.