BlueOptics BO282803L50M-BO InfiniBand Fibre Optic Cable 50 m QSFP28 Male/Male

The BlueOptics BO282803L50M-BO InfiniBand Fibre Optic Cable is a 50 m duplex link with QSFP28 male connectors on both ends, engineered for high-speed data transmission in server rooms, switch-to-switch connections and other dense networking environments. The cable supports InfiniBand protocol signalling and is intended to provide low-latency, high-throughput interconnects where reliable optical performance and compact connector density are required.

Advantages

This fibre optic cable provides consistent signal integrity over a 50-m distance and is compatible with equipment that accepts QSFP28 form-factor links. The duplex optical design reduces electromagnetic interference compared with copper alternatives and delivers better thermal stability in rack-mounted and clustered deployments. The male-to-male QSFP28 connectors enable straightforward installation between compatible transceivers or ports without the need for adapters.

Suitable for

• High-speed InfiniBand links between switches, routers and compute nodes
• Data centre backplane and top-of-rack interconnects
• Low-latency clustering and HPC (high-performance computing) setups
• Optical replacements for long copper connections within equipment rooms

Key specifications

• Cable length: 50 m
• Connector type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Transmission medium: fibre optic duplex
• Protocol compatibility: InfiniBand
• Typical applications: data centre interconnects, HPC clusters

How to use

Confirm that both network ports or transceivers support QSFP28 and InfiniBand signalling before connecting. Align each QSFP28 male connector with the corresponding port and insert until the retention latch engages. Ensure that cable routing follows rack and cable-management guidelines to avoid sharp bends; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius for fibre optic cables. When disconnecting, release the retention mechanism and pull the connector straight out to avoid stressing the fibre.

Usage recommendations

Use the cable within controlled environmental conditions typical for data centres: stable temperature, low dust and limited mechanical stress. Avoid kinking or tight wraps and secure the cable with appropriate cable ties or trays. For best performance, pair the cable with compatible QSFP28-rated modules and verify link parameters after installation to ensure correct speed and low error rates.