Axiom JL489A-AX Twinaxial Network Cable - 16. 4 ft (5 m) SFP28 to SFP28 Passive 25 Gbit/s Black
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This twinaxial cable utilizes a copper-based twinaxial design that maintains signal quality without active components. The SFP28 connectors comply with industry standards for 25GbE interfaces, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of network hardware.
The cable's passive architecture means it requires no external power source or signal conditioning, simplifying deployment and reducing potential points of failure. This design choice makes the cable particularly suitable for short-reach connections within racks or between adjacent equipment.
Key Product Advantages
The Axiom twinaxial cable offers several distinct advantages for network administrators and IT professionals seeking reliable high-speed interconnects.
High-Speed Performance
With support for 25 Gbit/s data transfer rates, this cable enables efficient data movement between network devices, reducing bottlenecks in data-intensive applications.
- 25GbE compatible
- Low-latency transmission
- Stable signal integrity
Simplified Deployment
The passive design eliminates the need for configuration or power management, allowing for plug-and-play installation between compatible SFP28 ports.
- No external power required
- Direct-attach convenience
- Reduced setup complexity
Durable Construction
Built with quality materials and backed by a lifetime warranty, this cable provides long-term reliability in demanding networking environments.
- Professional-grade components
- Lifetime warranty coverage
- Black color for equipment matching
Deployment / Use Cases
This twinaxial cable serves multiple roles in modern network infrastructure, particularly in environments where high-speed, short-reach connections are essential.
In data center deployments, the cable connects top-of-rack switches to servers or storage arrays, providing the bandwidth needed for virtualization, database applications, and high-performance computing workloads. The 16.4 ft length offers flexibility for routing within standard racks while maintaining signal quality.
Server-to-Switch Connections
Connect servers with SFP28 network interfaces to compatible switches, enabling high-throughput data transfer for applications requiring 25GbE bandwidth.
Network Equipment Interconnects
Link routers, switches, and other network devices that support SFP28 interfaces, creating efficient backplane connections within networking infrastructure.
Highlights
- 16.4 ft (5 m) twinaxial network cable with SFP28 male connectors on both ends
- Supports data transfer rates up to 25 Gbit/s for 25GbE applications
- Passive design requires no external power or configuration
- Compatible with network devices, routers, and switches featuring SFP28 ports
- Twinaxial construction ensures stable signal integrity over short distances
- Black color blends with professional networking equipment
- Direct-attach copper connection simplifies deployment
- Lifetime warranty provides long-term reliability assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL489A-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | Twinaxial Network Cable |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft (5 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | SFP28 Network - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x SFP28 Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | SFP28 Network - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x SFP28 Network - Male |
| Device Supported | Network Device,Router,Switch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 25 Gbit/s |
| Features | Passive |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | Black |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What type of connectors does this cable have on each end?
This cable features SFP28 male connectors on both ends. Each end has a single SFP28 Network - Male connector, making it a direct-attach copper cable designed for connecting two devices with compatible SFP28 ports.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by this twinaxial cable?
The cable supports data transfer rates up to 25 Gbit/s, making it suitable for 25 Gigabit Ethernet (25GbE) applications. This bandwidth enables high-speed data movement between network devices, servers, and storage systems in modern data center environments.
What does 'passive' mean in the context of this network cable?
A passive cable contains no active electronic components for signal conditioning or amplification. This design means the cable requires no external power source and operates without configuration, providing a simple plug-and-play solution for short-reach connections between compatible SFP28 devices.
What types of network devices are compatible with this cable?
The cable is compatible with network devices, routers, and switches that feature SFP28 ports. This includes enterprise networking equipment, data center switches, and servers with 25GbE network interfaces that accept direct-attach copper cables with SFP28 connectors.
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