{"product_id":"enet-25gbase-cu-sfp28-dac-passive-copper-3m","title":"ENET 25GBASE-CU SFP28 DAC Passive Copper 3M","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003e25GBASE-CU SFP28 DAC Passive Copper 3M Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eENET 25GBASE-CU SFP28 to SFP28 DAC passive copper cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers high-speed 25 Gbps connectivity for data center and enterprise networking environments. This \u003cstrong\u003e3-meter passive copper direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for Cisco and Mellanox switches, providing cost-effective, low-latency interconnection without active components. Ideal for organizations requiring reliable \u003cstrong\u003e25GBASE-CU SFP28 connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e in rack-to-rack deployments, this TAA-compliant solution eliminates the need for expensive active transceivers while maintaining full compatibility with leading network infrastructure.\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\u003e25 Gbps Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full-duplex 25GBASE-CU data rates for high-bandwidth applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Copper Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — No power consumption, reduced heat generation, extended equipment lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Meter Length\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optimal for short-reach data center and switch interconnections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSFP28 Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Direct compatibility with Cisco and Mellanox SFP28 ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTAA Compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e — Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for government and enterprise procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Latency\u003c\/strong\u003e — Minimal signal delay for real-time applications and high-frequency trading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost-Effective Alternative\u003c\/strong\u003e — Eliminates expensive active DAC or optical transceiver requirements\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\u003eENET SOLUTIONS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSF28C2-CIMN-3M-ENC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Attach Cable (DAC) Passive Copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Gbps (25GBASE-CU)\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\u003e3 Meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco, Mellanox, and standard SFP28 devices\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTAA (Trade Agreements Act)\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\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to 85°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 SFP28 DAC cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e25GBASE-CU SFP28 DAC cable\u003c\/strong\u003e connects high-speed network switches and servers in data centers. The passive copper design provides 25 Gbps connectivity over short distances (up to 3 meters) without requiring active electronics, making it ideal for cost-sensitive, high-performance networking environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this passive copper DAC compatible with Cisco and Mellanox equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ENET SF28C2-CIMN-3M-ENC is fully compatible with Cisco and Mellanox SFP28 ports. The standard SFP28 connector ensures seamless integration with both manufacturers' network infrastructure and switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the advantages of passive copper over active DAC cables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassive copper DAC cables eliminate power consumption, generate minimal heat, and reduce equipment strain compared to active alternatives. They are also significantly more affordable while delivering identical 25 Gbps performance for short-reach applications, making them the preferred choice for cost-optimized data center deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this cable meet government procurement standards?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ENET 25GBASE-CU SFP28 DAC is TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant, meeting U.S. government and federal procurement requirements for eligible products and services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ENET SOLUTIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41741320355915,"sku":"SF28C2-CIMN-3M-ENC","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/enet-25gbase-cu-sfp28-dac-passive-copper-3m","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}