QSFP28-4SFP28-PDAC2M-C

MSA and TAA Compliant 100GBase-CU QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 Direct Attach Cable (Passive Twinax, 2m)

Features:
• QSFP28 End: Compliant with QSFP28 MSA specifications
• SFP28 End: Compliant with SFP28 MSA specifications
• 4 independent duplex channels operating at 25Gbps
• AC coupled inputs and outputs
• 100 Ohm differential impedance
• All-metal housing for superior EMI performance
• Single power supply 3.3V, low power consumption
• Operating temperature range: 0 to 70 Celsius
• RoHS Compliant and Lead Free

Applications:
• 100Gigabit Ethernet
• Serial Data Transmission
• Infiniband EDR

Product Description
This is a MSA Compliant 100GBase-CU QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 direct attach cable that operates over passive
copper with a maximum reach of 2m. It has been programmed, uniquely serialized, and data-traffic and
application tested to ensure it is 100% compliant and functional. We stand behind the quality of our products
and proudly offer a limited lifetime warranty. This cable is TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant and is built to
comply with MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) standards.

ProLabs’ transceivers are RoHS compliant and lead-free.

TAA refers to the Trade Agreements Act (19 U.S.C. & 2501-2581), which is intended to
foster fair and open international trade. TAA requires that the U.S. Government may
acquire only “U.S. – made or designated country end products.”
Rev. 101923
General Specifications
Parameter Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Unit Notes

Bit Error Rate BER 10-12

Operating Temperature Tc 0 70 ◦C 1
Storage Temperature Tstg -40 85 ◦C 2
Input Voltage Vcc 3.14 3.3 3.46 V
Product Weight Gd 270 g/PCS
Cable Weight Gc 130 g/M 3
SFP28 End Dust Cap Weight Gs 0.80 g/PCS
QSFP28 End Dust Cap Weight Gq 1.40 g/PCS
Cable Impedance Z 90 100 110 Ω

Notes:
1. Case temperature.
2. Ambient temperature.
3. The weight of unit length cable (four sticks). For example, the weight of a 5m cable is 320+175*(5-
1)+0.80*4+1.40=1024.6g.

Cable Specifications
Cable Length Wire Gauge Cable Diameter OD (mm) Minimum Bending Insertion Loss Level
AWG Radius R (mm)
2m 30AWG 4.6 26 CA-25G-N
QSFP28 Pin Descriptions
Pin Symbol Name/Description Notes

1 GND Module Ground. 5

2 Tx2- Transmitter Inverted Data Input. LAN2.
3 Tx2+ Transmitter Non-Inverted Data Input. LAN2.
4 GND Module Ground. 5
5 Tx4- Transmitter Inverted Data Input. LAN4.
6 Tx4+ Transmitter Non-Inverted Data Input. LAN4.
7 GND Module Ground. 5
8 ModselL Module Select Pin. The module responds to 2-wire serial communication when low level. 1
9 ResetlL Module Reset. 2
10 VccRx +3.3V Receiver Power Supply.
11 SCL 2-Wire Serial Interface Clock.
12 SDA 2-Wire Serial Interface Data.
13 GND Module Ground. 5
14 Rx3+ Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output. LAN3.
15 Rx3- Receiver Inverted Data Output. LAN3.
16 GND Module Ground. 5
17 Rx1+ Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output. LAN1.
18 Rx1- Receiver Inverted Data Output. LAN1.
19 GND Module Ground. 5
20 GND Module Ground. 5
21 Rx2- Receiver Inverted Data Output. LAN2.
22 Rx2+ Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output. LAN2.
23 GND Module Ground. 5
24 Rx4- Receiver Inverted Data Output. LAN4.
25 Rx4+ Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output. LAN4.
26 GND Module Ground. 5
27 ModPrsL The module is inserted into the indicate pin and grounded within the module. 3
28 IntL Interrupt. 4
29 VccTx +3.3V Transmitter Power Supply.
30 Vcc1 +3.3V Power Supply.
31 LPMode Low-Power Mode. 5
32 GND Module Ground. 5
33 Tx3+ Transmitter Non-Inverted Data Input. LAN3.
34 Tx3- Transmitter Inverted Data Input. LAN3.
35 GND Module Ground. 5
36 Tx1+ Transmitter Non-Inverted Data Input. LAN1.
37 Tx1- Transmitter Inverted Data Input. LAN1.
38 GND Module Ground. 5

Notes:
1. ModSelL is the input pin. The module responds to 2-wire serial communication commands when it is
held “low” by the host. ModSelL allows multiple QSFP modules to be used on a single 2-wire interface
bus. If ModSelL is “high,” the module will not respond to any 2-wire interface communication from the
host. ModSelL has internal pull-up resistors in the module.
2. The module restart pin, when the low level on the ResetL pin lasts longer than the minimum pulse
length, resets the module and restores all user modules to their default state. When performing reset
device, the host should ignore all status bits. Until the module reset interrupt is completed, please note
that, during hot plugging, the module will issue this information to complete the reset interrupt without
resetting.
3. This pin is active “high,” indicating that the module is running under a low-power module. The signal has
no effect on the functionality of this product.
4. IntL is the output pin, which is the open collector output and must be pulled up to Vcc with a 4.7kΩ to
10kΩ resistor on the motherboard. When it is “low,” it indicates that the module may malfunction. The
host uses a 2-wire serial interface to identify the interrupt source.
5. The circuit ground is internally isolated from the chassis ground.
Electrical Pad Layout (QSFP28 End)
SFP28 Pin Descriptions
Pin Symbol Name/Description Notes

1 VeeT Transmitter Ground (Common with Receiver Ground).

2 Tx_Fault Not Used. Transmitter Failure Alarm. 1
3 Tx_Disable Not Used. The signal turns off the module transmitter when it is “high” or “open.” 2
4 SDA Data Line for Serial ID.
5 SCL Clock Line for Serial ID.
6 MOD_ABS Module Absent. Grounded within the module.
7 RS0 No Connection Required. 1
8 LOS Loss of Signal Indication. “Logic 0” indicates normal operation. 2
9 RS1 No Connection Required. 1
10 VeeR Receiver Ground (Common with Transmitter Ground).
11 VeeR Receiver Ground (Common with Transmitter Ground).
12 RD- Receiver Inverted Data Out. AC Coupled.
13 RD+ Receiver Non-Inverted Data Out. AC Coupled.
14 VeeR Receiver Ground (Common with Transmitter Ground).
15 VccR Receiver Power Supply.
16 VccT Transmitter Power Supply.
17 VeeT Transmitter Ground (Common with Receiver Ground).
18 TD+ Transmitter Non-Inverted Data In. AC Coupled.
19 TD- Transmitter Inverted Data In. AC Coupled.
20 VeeT Transmitter Ground (Common with Receiver Ground).

Notes:
1. The circuit ground is isolated from the chassis ground.
2. Should be pulled up with 4.7kΩ to 10kΩ on the host board to a voltage between 2V and 3.6V.
 Electrical Pad Layout (SFP28 End)

Mechanical Dimensions

All Dimensions Are ±0.2mm Unless Otherwise Specified

Unit: mm
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