Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC25M Compatible 25G SFP28 Active Optical Cable, 25m (82ft)

The product on this page is the 25m (82ft) version of Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC25M, built for 25G operation with SFP28 to SFP28. Its complete AOC construction simplifies the physical link, and the sections below cover the exact specification, rack-integration considerations and factory verification for this individual order code.

OEM Part Number: SFP28-25G-AOC25MHT Part Number: SFP28-25G-AOC25M

Product Highlights

Compatible alternative to Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC25M
25G connectivity at 25Gbps
Interface configuration: SFP28 to SFP28
Fixed length and part number: 25m (82ft), SFP28-25G-AOC25M
Minimum bend radius: 30mm

Specifications

HT Part Number	SFP28-25G-AOC25M
Cisco Compatible	SFP28-25G-AOC25M
Manufacturer	HT
Connector Type	SFP28 to SFP28
Max Data Rate	25Gbps
Minimum Bend Radius	30mm
Cable Length	25m (82.02ft)
Jacket Material	OFNP
Temperature	0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)

Cable Construction and Routing

This assembly uses OFNP 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.

Integrated Optical Assembly

The optical engines and fiber are permanently integrated into this AOC. There are no detachable optical modules to clean or exchange. Handle the complete assembly by its connector housings and cable, and keep both ends matched to the same interface specification.

Length Selection and Installation Planning

Longer assemblies require disciplined cable dressing. For SFP28-25G-AOC25M at 25m (82ft), use the intended managers rather than a diagonal route across the rack, and leave enough space to release each connector. Any service allowance should be loose and supported, with the integrated optical cable and both optical engines protected throughout the path. Within this family, SFP28-25G-AOC20M is shorter at 20m (66ft), while SFP28-25G-AOC30M is the next longer choice at 30m (98ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.

Position Within the Length Range

SFP28-25G-AOC25M occupies the middle of this family between SFP28-25G-AOC20M at 20m (66ft) and SFP28-25G-AOC30M at 30m (98ft). It adds 5m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 5m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.

Data-Center Design and Airflow

Select the assembly by both reach and rack layout. A direct connection removes separate module-and-patch-cord interfaces, but it still needs a bend-safe pathway and clear connector access. Keep cable bundles from blocking front-panel airflow, account for the listed interface power where applicable and choose a length that supports maintenance without leaving an unmanaged coil. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the jacket material is OFNP.

Quality Assurance and Packaging

Each cable receives connector inspection and a functional link check before it is coiled with bend-safe slack and packed. Protective materials shield the connector housings during transport. Rack or project labels are available to keep length, part number and installation destination aligned. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.

Ordering Information

Provide the OEM reference, HT part number, fixed length and quantity, together with the intended host interfaces. Rack-based quantities and packaging instructions can be included for larger deployments. Other lengths are separate products and should be entered on their own order lines. This page’s fixed configuration is 25m (82ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.

Cisco Compatibility and Factory Testing

Compatibility confirmation combines host identification with actual link establishment and diagnostic checks. The assembly is prepared for the stated OEM reference rather than selected only by connector shape. For a new data-center deployment, the equipment model, port mode and software release provide the most useful basis for a pre-order review. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes receive activity and diagnostic indications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an original Cisco cable?

No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Cisco SFP28-25G-AOC25M.

Are separate transceivers or patch leads required?

No. This is one complete direct-attach assembly. The ends are not detachable modules and should not be separated from the cable.

Can excess cable be folded into a compact bundle?

No. Use a supported, bend-safe service loop and observe the listed minimum bend radius. Do not crease the cable or tighten ties around the connector boots.

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.

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. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.