Manufacturer CFP8SFP

The CFP8SFP connector is manufactured by Amphenol Communications Solutions, designed for high-speed data transmission applications.

Manufacturer

The CFP8SFP is part of Amphenol's CFP8 interconnect system, which is produced by Amphenol Communications Solutions. Amphenol is a leading manufacturer of high-speed fiber optic and electrical connectors, providing solutions for data centers, telecommunications, and industrial applications.

Technical Specifications

Contacts and Channels: CFP8 connectors feature 124 contacts per port with a 0. 5 mm contact pitch and support 16 high-speed channels. Data Rate: Each channel is rated for 28 Gbps, with resonance dampening to improve signal integrity.

Form Factor: The system includes insert molding assemblies for top-side contacts and press-fit cage assemblies. The plug connector on the mating interface enhances accuracy and high-speed performance. Thermal Management: Optional riding heat sinks are available to ensure proper thermal dissipation during high-speed operation.

Standards Compliance: CFP8SFP connectors are compliant with IEEE and ITU-T applications, making them suitable for a wide range of networking and optical communication standards. Mating Force: Maximum mating force is 80 N. ApplicationsCFP8SFP connectors are typically used in: High-speed data centers for 400G and beyond optical linksTelecommunication networks requiring multi-channel high-bandwidth connectionsIndustrial and enterprise networking where compact, high-density interconnects are neededRelated ProductsAmphenol also produces other high-speed connector families, including CFP2, SFP+, and eQSFP, which offer similar high-speed performance with varying channel counts and form factors.

The SF

P family supports up to 6 Gbps per channel and is designed for compact PCB layouts with multiple transceiver support. In summary, the CFP8SFP is a high-performance, multi-channel connector from Amphenol, optimized for high-speed optical and electrical data transmission, with robust thermal and signal integrity features suitable for modern networking infrastructure.