Active Optical Cable CBO SFP28 AOC BlueOptics BO272703Q20M 20 m

Active Optical Cable CBO SFP28 AOC BlueOptics BO272703Q20M 20 m is a factory-terminated SFP28 active optical link designed for high-speed interconnects between servers, switches and storage systems. The 20-metre AOC provides optical transmission without electrical signalling, enabling low-latency, interference-resistant connections in short- to mid-range data centre environments. The cable uses the SFP28 form factor for direct insertion into compatible ports, simplifying patching and uplink deployment where compact, hot-pluggable optics are required.

Advantages

This BlueOptics SFP28 AOC delivers consistent 25 Gbps-class performance with lower insertion loss and reduced electromagnetic interference compared with copper solutions. Being factory-terminated ensures predictable optical alignment and immediate readiness for deployment. The 20 m length covers common rack-to-rack and row-to-row distances while maintaining low latency and stable signal integrity. Its passive electrical-free optical path reduces heat dissipation at endpoints and supports compact, high-density port installations.

Suitable for

• Data centre server-to-switch and switch-to-switch short- to mid-range links
• Storage area network (SAN) uplinks and interconnects with SFP28 ports
• High-density patching in racks and patch panels
• Environments requiring low-latency, low-interference connections

Key specifications

• Interface: SFP28 form factor for 25 Gbps-class links
• Length: 20 metres
• Transmission medium: multimode/mode-optimized optical cable with factory-terminated connectors
• Latency: low-latency optical transmission (electrical-signal-free along the link)
• Connector type: SFP28-compatible plug-in connectors
• Application range: short- to mid-range data centre interconnects
• Compatibility: designed for direct insertion into SFP28 ports on networking and storage equipment

How to use

Install the BlueOptics SFP28 AOC by inserting each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port on your networking or storage equipment until the latch engages. Ensure both endpoints support SFP28 optics and that firmware or driver requirements are met according to the equipment vendor. Route the 20 m cable to avoid tight bends and mechanical stress; follow standard data centre cabling practices to maintain bend radius and secure routing within racks or under raised floors. No additional transceivers or field termination are required thanks to factory termination.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, keep the cable within specified bend-radius limits and avoid exposure to excessive mechanical strain or liquids. Use AOC links for intra-rack and adjacent-rack connections up to 20 m, and verify equipment compatibility with SFP28 form factor and the required link speed before deployment.