SFP-H10GB-ACU5MCisco SFP-H10GB-ACU5M Compatible 10G SFP+ Active Copper Twinax Cable, 5m (16ft)
This page covers one precise cable-schedule item: Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU5M in 5m (16ft), supporting 10G operation through SFP+ to SFP+. The complete ACC assembly is identified separately from other lengths and includes verified specifications, change-control-friendly ordering details and live-link factory checks.
OEM Part Number: SFP-H10GB-ACU5MHT Part Number: SFP-H10GB-ACU5M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU5M
- 10G connectivity at 10Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP+ to SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 5m (16ft), SFP-H10GB-ACU5M
- Cable construction: Active Twinax
- Conductor specification: 28AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤0.5W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-H10GB-ACU5M |
|---|---|
| Cisco Compatible | SFP-H10GB-ACU5M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | SFP+ to SFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 10Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Wire AWG | 28AWG |
| Cable Length | 5m (16.4ft) |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Cable Type | Active Twinax |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Power Consumption | ≤0.5W |
| Power Supply | 3.3V |
| Protocols | 1x InfiniBand QDR, DDR, SDR, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel |
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤0.5W. Include this load in the host-port power and thermal budget, especially in densely populated switches. Maintain front-panel clearance and do not bundle the cable so tightly that it obstructs airflow around the connectors.
Structured Pathways and Serviceability
Treat the direct-attach assembly as part of the permanent pathway plan even when the link is expected to be temporary. Follow the intended horizontal and vertical managers, maintain the specified bend radius and leave service access around both ports. A small, supported service allowance is preferable to excess slack concealed inside a rack or placed under cable-tie pressure. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 28AWG; the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is ≤0.5W; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 28AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) jacket, minimum bend radius 30mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include 1x InfiniBand QDR, DDR, SDR, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 5m (16ft) length gives SFP-H10GB-ACU5M more freedom for adjacent-rack and row-end deployments. Longer copper runs need particular attention to routing weight and bend control; the ACC specification and host support must still match the intended link.
Position Within the Length Range
SFP-H10GB-ACU5M occupies the middle of this family between SFP-H10GB-ACU3M at 3m (10ft) and SFP-H10GB-ACU7M at 7m (23ft). It adds 2m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 2m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.
Ordering Information
Include the part number, fixed length, quantity and required pathway or rack grouping in the order information. The host model and firmware release are useful for change-controlled deployments. Different lengths should remain separate order lines so delivered labels and packing records agree with the pathway plan. This page’s fixed configuration is 5m (16ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Cisco Compatibility and Factory Testing
Verification covers the physical connectors, expected host identity and an operating link with available diagnostic indications. We distinguish this complete check from a simple continuity test. Platform model and software release can be reviewed in advance where the installation has strict documentation or change-control requirements. The check includes link stability and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
Shipping and Lead Time
Available stock is generally dispatched within one to three working days after order confirmation, with production lead times advised for larger quantities. International express, air cargo and sea freight can be selected according to destination and carton volume; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are also accepted.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
After connector inspection and link verification, the assembly is coiled without tight bends and packed with end protection. Labels can cross-reference the customer cable schedule, OEM part number and length. This supports both receiving checks and later moves, adds or changes. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU5M.
Will any matching connector operate at the same speed?
Not necessarily. Both hosts must support the stated rate, identification, lane mapping and any required breakout configuration; mechanical compatibility alone is insufficient.
What details assist a compatibility review?
Provide the equipment manufacturer, model, port type, hardware revision and software release, together with the OEM reference, required length and quantity.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
