4-2170808-4 QSFP28 Cage Quick Details
- Form Factor Compatibility: QSFP28 / QSFP56
- Data Rate: Up to 28 Gb/s
- Operating Temperature Range: –40 °C to +85 °C (–40 °F to +185 °F)
- Cage Type: Ganged
- Sealable: No
- Thermal Accessory: Heat Sink (Pin Type, Anodized Black Finish)
- EMI Containment: Internal and External EMI Springs
- Included Components: Lightpipe
- PCB Contact Termination: Through-Hole Press-Fit, Tin Plated, 2.05 mm Tail Length
- Recommended PCB Thickness: 1.57 mm (0.062 in)
- Cage Material: Nickel Silver
- Heat Sink Height: 4.2 mm
- UL Flammability Rating: UL 94V-0
- Packaging: Box & Tray
4-2170808-4 1X2 Ganged Cage Applications
This cage assembly is designed for high-speed data transmission applications, including:
- Data center switches and routers
- Telecom and networking equipment
- Backplane and board-to-board interconnects
- Systems requiring robust thermal and EMI control under wide ambient temperature conditions
Mechanical & Environmental Considerations
- Nickel Silver Cage: Provides excellent mechanical strength and conductivity for shielding
- Heat Sink: Assists in heat dissipation in dense module configurations
- Operating Temperature Range: Suitable for industrial, telecom, and rugged environments
- Non-Sealable Design: Should be protected from dust, moisture, or contaminant ingress where necessary
