CBO AOC SFP28 compatible active optical cable SFP25G-AOC30M-TG 30 m

The CBO AOC SFP28 compatible active optical cable SFP25G-AOC30M-TG 30 m is a factory-terminated fiber interconnect designed for high-speed links between switches, routers and servers using SFP28 or SFP+ form factors. This 30-metre active optical cable delivers a low-latency, electrically isolated connection that eliminates the need for separate transceivers and patch cords. It is intended for short-to-medium reach data centre and enterprise network connections where signal integrity, electromagnetic immunity and simplified installation are priorities.

Advantages

This active optical cable provides predictable optical performance with built-in transceiver electronics, reducing component count and rack-space complexity. Its optical transmission offers immunity to electromagnetic interference and galvanic isolation between devices. The pre-terminated design simplifies deployment: no fibre splicing or external transceivers are required, lowering installation time and reducing potential connector or cabling errors. The 30 m length supports flexible rack-to-rack or row-to-row placement while maintaining SFP28/SFP+ compatibility for 25 Gbps links.

Suitable for

• 25 Gbps connections between network switches
• Server uplinks in data centre racks
• Inter-rack connections where electromagnetic immunity is required
• Short-to-medium reach links in enterprise and campus networks

Key specifications

• Cable type: active optical cable (AOC)
• Form factor compatibility: SFP28 / SFP+
• Nominal data rate: 25 Gbps per lane (SFP28 standard)
• Length: 30 metres
• Connector: SFP28-compatible plug ends, factory-terminated
• Transmission medium: optical fibre with integrated active transceiver electronics
• Latency: low, suitable for high-performance switching environments
• Immunity: resistant to electromagnetic interference and provides galvanic isolation

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each SFP28-compatible plug into the corresponding SFP28 or SFP+ port on your network equipment until the latch engages. Ensure both ends are firmly seated and that the equipment is powered according to manufacturers’ guidance. No separate transceivers or fibre patch panels are required; handle the cable according to standard fibre-optic best practices, avoid sharp bends, and secure the cable to reduce mechanical strain. Verify link status through the connected devices’ port LEDs or management interfaces after installation.

Recommendations

Use this AOC in temperature-controlled rack environments and follow equipment vendor compatibility lists when available. Maintain minimum bend radius as specified for optical cables, avoid kinking, and route the cable away from potential sources of mechanical damage. For mixed-vendor environments, test a single link first to confirm negotiation and link stability before wide deployment.