{"product_id":"addon-e25g-sfp28-twx-p-00501-ao-25gbase-cu-sfp28-cable","title":"AddOn E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501-AO 25GBase-CU SFP28 Cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eAddOn E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501-AO 25GBase-CU SFP28 Direct Attach Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAddOn E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501-AO\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e25GBase-CU SFP28 direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for high-performance 25G Ethernet applications requiring reliable short-distance connectivity. This passive copper twinax cable delivers maximum throughput over 0.5 meters, making it ideal for data center interconnects, switch-to-server connections, and enterprise network infrastructure. Built for \u003cstrong\u003eBrocade compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e, this SFP28 to SFP28 cable provides cost-effective, low-latency connectivity without active components or external power requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25GBase-CU passive copper technology for reliable short-reach connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSFP28 to SFP28 connector configuration for seamless integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5-meter cable length optimized for compact data center deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrocade-compatible design ensures broad ecosystem support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwinax copper construction eliminates active components and power dependencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-latency performance for demanding 25G Ethernet applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective alternative to active optical solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustry-standard SFP28 form factor for maximum flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eADD-ON\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0501-AO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501-AO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25GBase-CU Passive Copper Twinax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSFP28 to SFP28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 Meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Gigabit Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTechnology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Direct Attach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrocade (Formerly) compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (Passive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 25GBase-CU direct attach cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e25GBase-CU direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e connects 25G Ethernet ports over short distances using passive copper twinax technology. It's commonly used for data center switch-to-server connections, storage array interconnects, and high-speed network infrastructure requiring low-latency, cost-effective solutions without active components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this SFP28 cable compatible with my Brocade switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the AddOn E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501-AO is specifically designed for \u003cstrong\u003eBrocade compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e. It supports standard 25GBase-CU specifications and works with Brocade switches, routers, and network equipment featuring SFP28 ports. Always verify your equipment's compatibility documentation before deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far can a 0.5m passive copper SFP28 cable reach?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e0.5-meter passive copper cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is optimized for ultra-short-distance connectivity within equipment racks and adjacent network devices. Passive 25GBase-CU technology typically supports distances up to 5 meters depending on cable quality; this 0.5m length ensures maximum signal integrity for demanding enterprise applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need power for this direct attach cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this is a \u003cstrong\u003epassive direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e that requires no external power or active components. It operates entirely through passive copper conductors, reducing complexity, cost, and potential points of failure in your network infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ADD-ON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41596084781131,"sku":"25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0501-AO","price":207.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/1077882272.jpg?v=1784829086","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/addon-e25g-sfp28-twx-p-00501-ao-25gbase-cu-sfp28-cable","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}