{"product_id":"1658939-3-sfp-1x6-cage-light-pipe-kit-16-gbs-emi-springs","title":"1658939-3 SFP 1X6 CAGE LIGHT PIPE KIT 16 Gbs EMI Springs","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"e_richText-14 s_title\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTE 1658939-3 1x6 SFP Ganged Cage Assembly with Lightpipes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to maximize faceplate I\/O density and streamline visual diagnostics in next-generation networking equipment, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTE 1658939-3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-performance\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x6 (6-port) ganged SFP cage assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed as a unified cable-to-board interconnect solution, it houses Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) optical transceivers and direct-attach copper (DAC) cables, reliably supporting high-bandwidth data transmission rates up to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16 Gb\/s per channel\u003c\/strong\u003e. By consolidating six physical ports into a single, highly aligned mechanical structure, hardware architects can drastically optimize printed circuit board (PCB) real estate for 16G Fibre Channel (16GFC) and high-density Gigabit edge architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to endure severe environmental extremes, this cage assembly delivers robust mechanical durability across an extended, military-grade temperature range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-55°C to 85°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Utilizing a highly reliable solderless\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrough Hole Press-Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emounting mechanism, the 1658939-3 ensures a permanent, gas-tight mechanical connection to the PCB without subjecting the motherboard to the thermal stress of secondary wave soldering processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Lightpipes for Visual Diagnostics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn high-density switching environments, providing clear, port-level diagnostic feedback is a critical design mandate. The 1658939-3 resolves this by incorporating precision-engineered\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eintegrated lightpipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einto the cage structure. These optical channels efficiently capture and route light from surface-mounted LEDs located on the PCB directly to the front chassis bezel. This provides network administrators with immediate, unambiguous visual status indicators (such as Link and Activity) for all six individual ports, without compromising the cage’s electromagnetic shielding or structural rigidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced EMI Containment \u0026amp; Shielding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManaging Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) at 16 Gbps frequencies requires aggressive containment strategies, especially as port densities scale on the faceplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Point EMI Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeavy-duty metallic EMI springs surround the front perimeter of the cage opening. These springs ensure continuous, low-impedance electrical contact with the metallic chassis bezel, aggressively sealing the enclosure against external Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Frequency Containment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe metallic alloy structure acts as a continuous Faraday shield, containing internal high-frequency emissions generated by the PHY transceivers to ensure strict compliance with FCC, CE, and CISPR regulatory standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePort-to-Port Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe internal divider walls of the 1x6 ganged cage act as physical and electrical barriers, virtually eliminating near-end crosstalk (NEXT) and electromagnetic coupling between adjacent SFP modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMechanical Design \u0026amp; Press-Fit PCB Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware engineers prioritize long-term mechanical reliability alongside high-yield manufacturing. The 1658939-3 leverages advanced compliant pin technology to optimize the PCB assembly workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePress-Fit (Compliant Pin) Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompletely eliminates the need for wave soldering. The compliant pins press directly into plated through-holes (PTH) on the PCB, creating a cold-welded, gas-tight electrical and mechanical connection that heavily resists physical vibration and thermal cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Rigidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eActs as a rigid mechanical guide rail system, absorbing the physical stress of frequent SFP transceiver insertion and extraction, thereby protecting the delicate SFP surface-mount electrical connectors located beneath the cage assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Endurance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe extreme -55°C to 85°C operating range ensures uninterrupted physical protection for optics deployed in unconditioned outdoor telecom cabinets, industrial factory floors, and aerospace applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffering massive 6-port density, 16 Gb\/s bandwidth support, rapid solderless assembly, and built-in diagnostic lightpipes, the 1658939-3 SFP cage is the optimal choice for high-throughput network infrastructure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Area Networks (SAN):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16G Fibre Channel (16GFC) enterprise storage arrays, host bus adapters (HBAs), and SAN switching fabrics requiring uncompromised signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelecommunications Infrastructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBroadband aggregation routers, Central Office (CO) switches, and high-capacity 5G optical transport nodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise \u0026amp; 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