BlueOptics Amphenol NDAQGF-0001 Compatible BlueLAN Passive 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 to 4x25GBASE-CR SFP28 Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 1m, AWG26

The BlueOptics Amphenol NDAQGF-0001 compatible BlueLAN passive Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC) is a high-performance, cost-effective solution for breaking out a 100 Gbps QSFP28 port into four independent 25 Gbps SFP28 links. Designed for data centers and high-speed networking environments, this passive copper cable ensures reliable, low-latency connectivity with zero power consumption.

Advantages

This breakout cable offers seamless integration with Amphenol NDAQGF-0001 compatible equipment, providing a straightforward upgrade path from 25G to 100G infrastructure. Its passive design eliminates the need for external power, reducing energy costs and heat generation. The 26 AWG construction ensures optimal signal integrity over the 1-meter length, while the hot-swappable connectors allow for easy installation and maintenance without network downtime.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack (ToR) to server connections
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Enterprise network aggregation
• Telecommunications and cloud service provider environments

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC)
• Connector A: QSFP28
• Connector B: 4x SFP28
• Aggregate Data Rate: 100 Gbps
• Per Lane Data Rate: 25 Gbps
• Ethernet Standard (A-end): 100GBASE-CR4
• Ethernet Standard (B-end): 25GBASE-CR
• Cable Technology: Passive Copper
• Wire Gauge: 26 AWG
• Compatibility: Amphenol NDAQGF-0001 (compatible)
• Application: High-Speed Data Networking, Data Centers, HPC
• Hot-Swappable: Yes
• Impedance: 100 Ohm
• Compliance: SFF-8665 (QSFP28), SFF-8402 (SFP28)
• RoHS Compliant: Yes
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Power Consumption: Passive (0W)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both the QSFP28 and SFP28 ports on your switches or servers support the respective standards. This cable is ideal for short-reach interconnects within racks or adjacent racks. Always handle with care to avoid damage to the connectors.