TE introduces QSFP-DD connectors, cages and cable assemblies to support data transfer rates up to 400 Gbps

     TE introduces four-channel small pluggable dual-density (QSFP-DD) connectors, cages and cable assemblies. The new family builds on the existing QSFP form factor to increase data transfer density and can achieve data transfer rates of up to 400 Gbps to meet the needs of next-generation data centers. This 8-channel solution supports 28G NRZ and 56G PAM-4 data transfer rates and can be upgraded to 112G PAM-4.

     Unlike other 400G solutions on the market, the backward compatibility of QSFP-DD products enables easy upgrades to existing QSFP designs. TE's QSFP-DD products feature patented snap-fin cooling technology for more cost effective applications in the 15-18W range.

     TE offers a broad portfolio of QSFP-DD products, including cages from 1x1 to 1x6, surface mount (SMT) connectors with 0.8mm pitch, and linear and branching passive copper cable assemblies in a variety of lengths and cable sizes. TE's signal integrity experts can also provide designs with different light guides, heat sinks and cable assemblies based on customer specific requirements.

     Zach Galbraith, Product Manager, TE Connectivity, said: "Data center equipment is moving towards the next generation of connectivity requirements, and designers need new connector and cable assembly solutions to address this change. "As one of the industry's leading suppliers, we are excited to bring QSFP-DD products to our customers to meet data transfer rates of up to 400 Gbps per port, providing much needed flexibility for industry end users, platform developers and system integrators."