SFP+ 10G Transceivers | 10GbE Optical & DAC Modules – ICD
SFP+ 10G Transceivers — 10 Gigabit Connectivity
SFP+ is the most widely deployed 10GbE transceiver standard. ICD stocks SFP+ optical modules, DAC (Direct Attach Copper) cables, and AOC (Active Optical Cables) compatible with Cisco, Dell, HPE, Mellanox/NVIDIA, Intel, Arista, and Juniper equipment.
SFP+ Types
| Type | Wavelength | Max Distance | Fiber Type | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10G-SR (Short Range) | 850nm | 300m | Multimode (OM3/OM4) | Within data center |
| 10G-LR (Long Range) | 1310nm | 10km | Single-mode (OS2) | Between buildings/campus |
| 10G-ER (Extended) | 1550nm | 40km | Single-mode | Metro/WAN links |
| 10G-T (Copper) | N/A | 30m | Cat6a/Cat7 | Short copper runs |
| DAC Cable | N/A | 1-7m | Twinax copper | Rack-to-rack (lowest cost) |
| AOC Cable | 850nm | 1-100m | Built-in fiber | Low latency, longer than DAC |
Compatibility
ICD offers both OEM-branded (Cisco, Dell, HPE coded) and compatible (generic, multi-vendor coded) SFP+ modules. Compatible modules are programmed to work with specific vendor equipment and typically cost 60-80% less than OEM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do compatible SFP+ modules work the same as OEM?
Yes. Compatible SFP+ modules use the same chipsets and optics as OEM modules, programmed with the correct vendor code. They perform identically in Cisco, Dell, HPE, and other equipment. Most enterprise switches accept compatible modules without issues.
What’s the difference between SFP+ and QSFP+?
SFP+ carries a single 10G channel, while QSFP+ carries four 10G channels for a total of 40G. QSFP+ can also break out into 4x 10G SFP+ connections using a breakout cable. Choose SFP+ for 10G links and QSFP+ for 40G links or high-density 10G.