200G QSFP-DD Active Optical Cable with DDM (1-100m): 200G-AOC-QSFP-DD

Our EDGEOPTIC 200G-AOC-QSFP-DD is a multi-vendor compatible 200G QSFP-DD active optical cable designed for ultra-high-performance 200 Gigabit Ethernet applications requiring extended reach beyond copper cable limitations. The 200G-AOC-QSFP-DD features point-to-point configuration with QSFP-DD connectors on both ends, utilizing embedded parallel multimode fiber optic technology to deliver reliable high-bandwidth connectivity up to 100 meters for data center interconnects, inter-row aggregation, and campus backbone links in hyperscale environments.

The cable supports aggregate data rates of 200 Gbps across an 8-lane parallel optical architecture, with each lane operating at 25.78125 Gbps NRZ. The cable is implemented as 2x100GBASE-SR4 channels within a single QSFP-DD housing, allowing operators to use the cable as a single 200G connection or as two independent 100GBASE-SR4 links for flexible deployment in mixed 200G/100G environments. For Ethernet deployments, the cable supports 200G Ethernet at full line rate with host-based Forward Error Correction (FEC) and 100GBASE-SR4 operation for backward-compatible 100G connectivity, making the cable suitable for spine-leaf topologies, high-performance server connectivity, and inter-switch aggregation links.

The 200G-AOC-QSFP-DD operates at 850nm wavelength, utilizing an 8-channel VCSEL (Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser) array for transmission and an 8-channel PIN photodiode array for receiving. The embedded multimode fiber supports distances up to 70 meters over OM3 fiber and extends to 100 meters over OM4 fiber, providing deployment flexibility based on available infrastructure. Because the optical fiber is permanently terminated within the cable assembly, there are no exposed fiber connectors to clean or protect, simplifying installation and reducing maintenance requirements compared to traditional optical patch cables with separate transceivers.

The cable requires host-based Forward Error Correction (FEC) for error-free transmission at a pre-FEC BER of 5×10⁻⁵, ensuring robust signal integrity across the full reach of the assembly. Active optical cables offer inherent immunity to electromagnetic interference, making them ideal for environments with significant electrical noise. The lightweight and flexible construction allows for easier cable routing in congested pathways and improved airflow compared to copper bundles, which is particularly valuable in high-density 200G deployments where thermal management is critical.

The cable operates from a +3.3V single power supply with maximum power consumption of 4W per end. The electrical interface conforms to QSFP-DD MSA specifications with a 76-contact edge connector, ensuring broad compatibility with standard QSFP-DD host systems from multiple equipment vendors. Our 200G QSFP-DD AOC cables can be encoded for compatibility with over 80 different equipment brands.

The cable incorporates CMIS V5.1-compliant DDM/DOM (Digital Diagnostic Monitoring) functionality, providing real-time diagnostic data including transmitted and received optical power levels, module temperature, bias current, and supply voltage through the MSA-compatible management interface. The cable supports hot pluggability and operates within a 0 to 70°C case temperature range with an MTBF rating of 1,000,000 hours, delivering long-term reliability for mission-critical 200G infrastructure deployments.

Our 200G QSFP-DD active optical cable is CE/RoHS6 certified and compliant with product safety standards. Because our focus is providing top quality service, we perform comprehensive quality checks before delivery including optical parameter measurements, connector inspection tests, and QSFP-DD EEPROM memory data validation.