{"product_id":"enet-10gbase-cu-sfp-passive-twinax-cable-3m-mellanox-ruckus","title":"ENET 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Passive Twinax Cable 3M","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-and-why\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003e10GBASE-CU SFP+ Passive Twinax Direct Attach Cable Assembly 3M\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ENET \u003cstrong\u003e10GBASE-CU SFP+ passive twinax cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity for enterprise data center environments. This \u003cstrong\u003e3-meter direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for seamless integration with Mellanox and Ruckus network infrastructure, providing cost-effective 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance without the expense of active optics. Ideal for server-to-switch, switch-to-switch, and storage area network (SAN) deployments, this passive DAC eliminates latency while reducing total cost of ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10GBASE-CU Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — IEEE 802.3aq standard for 10 Gigabit Ethernet over copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Twinax Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — No power consumption, no active electronics, maximum reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Meter Length\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optimal for rack-to-rack and adjacent switch connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMellanox Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Certified for Mellanox ConnectX series and InfiniBand infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuckus Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full compatibility with Ruckus ICX and cloud networking platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSFP+ Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Industry-standard dual SFP+ interfaces for universal deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Latency Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — Minimal signal degradation for mission-critical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise-Grade Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Durable twinax shielding and precision-molded connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\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\u003eENET SOLUTIONS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSFC2-MNRU-3M-ENC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10GBASE-CU Passive Twinax Direct Attach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSFP+ (Dual)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 Meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Gigabit Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEEE 802.3aq\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMellanox, Ruckus, and OEM-equivalent platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwinax with EMI protection\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive (0W)\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 10GBASE-CU passive twinax cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e10GBASE-CU passive twinax cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is used for short-distance, high-speed data center connections between servers, switches, and storage systems. It provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance over copper at distances up to 10 meters, making it ideal for in-rack and adjacent-rack deployments where fiber optics are unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this SFP+ cable compatible with my Mellanox or Ruckus switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ENET SFC2-MNRU-3M-ENC is specifically certified for Mellanox ConnectX adapters and Ruckus ICX switching platforms. It meets all OEM compatibility requirements and integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructure without additional configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the advantages of passive DAC over active cables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassive direct attach cables eliminate power consumption, reduce heat generation, and offer superior reliability due to the absence of active electronics. They are also significantly more cost-effective than active DACs while delivering identical 10G performance for distances up to 10 meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the 3-meter cable, and is it suitable for my deployment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3-meter length is ideal for connecting adjacent racks, top-of-rack switches to servers, and storage arrays within the same data center row. For longer distances, consider fiber optic solutions; for shorter connections, 1M or 2M variants may be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ENET SOLUTIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41742381678667,"sku":"SFC2-MNRU-3M-ENC","price":95.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/1064494151_397b3728-7ccb-48ac-8e94-7e4c054d436f.jpg?v=1784828961","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/enet-10gbase-cu-sfp-passive-twinax-cable-3m-mellanox-ruckus","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}