{"product_id":"f-tone-ft21ac02201-2x1-port-sfp-cage-connector-press-fit-with-inner-lightpipe","title":"F-tone FT21AC02201 2x1 Port SFP Cage Connector Press-Fit With Inner LightPipe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"e_richText-14 s_title\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eF-tone FT21AC02201 2x1 Port SFP Stacked Cage with Inner LightPipe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to maximize faceplate I\/O density in demanding data center and telecommunications infrastructure, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFT21AC02201\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a highly robust\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2x1 (stacked) SFP cage assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. By vertically stacking two Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) ports into a streamlined 14.00mm wide footprint, this right-angle cage enables hardware architects to effectively double the port capacity of standard 1U or 2U networking chassis. Designed to envelop and shield PCB-mounted electrical receptacles, this cage provides critical mechanical alignment and structural protection for high-speed pluggable transceivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from a premium\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNickel-Plated Copper Alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e, this heavy-duty cage delivers superior structural rigidity and uncompromising resistance to oxidation and corrosion. Featuring an extreme industrial operating temperature range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-40°C to +85°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, the FT21AC02201 guarantees mission-critical reliability for both climate-controlled enterprise data centers and unconditioned outdoor edge computing enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Inner LightPipes for Visual Diagnostics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProviding clear, port-level diagnostic feedback in high-density 2x1 stacked configurations can present a significant mechanical challenge. The FT21AC02201 intelligently resolves this by incorporating precision-engineered\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInner LightPipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edirectly into the cage architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted Port Visibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis internal optical channel efficiently captures light from surface-mounted LEDs located on the PCB and routes it directly to the front chassis bezel, providing network administrators with immediate visual status indicators (such as Link and Activity).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreamlined Outer Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy utilizing only the inner lightpipe, the outer profile of the cage remains completely unobstructed. This design is highly advantageous for custom faceplate bezels that require tight external clearances while still delivering essential diagnostic capabilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced EMI Containment \u0026amp; Shielding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManaging Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) in high-density, multi-port chassis configurations is a critical design mandate. The FT21AC02201 achieves superior electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) through its advanced shielding construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNickel-Plated Copper Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe premium alloy acts as a continuous Faraday shield, aggressively containing internal high-frequency emissions generated by the PHY transceivers and ensuring strict compliance with FCC, CE, and CISPR regulatory standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive EMI Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeavy-duty metallic EMI springs surround the perimeter of the port openings. 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\u003ePort-to-Port Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInternal metallic dividers between the upper and lower ports act as physical and electrical barriers, dramatically reducing near-end crosstalk (NEXT) and electromagnetic coupling between the stacked 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 automated manufacturing. The FT21AC02201 leverages advanced solderless 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\u003eThe cage utilizes a Through-Hole Press-Fit mounting style. The compliant pins are driven directly into plated through-holes (PTH) on the PCB, creating a cold-welded, gas-tight mechanical bond that heavily resists vibration, physical shock, and completely eliminates the thermal stress associated with secondary wave soldering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTray Packaging for Automation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupplied in standard tray packaging, ensuring component protection during transit and seamless integration into automated factory floor pick-and-place assembly lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining massive stacked port density, targeted inner lightpipe diagnostics, industrial-grade thermal resilience, and a robust press-fit design, the FT21AC02201 is the optimal interconnect housing for high-throughput network architectures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData Center \u0026amp; Enterprise Switching:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-density Top-of-Rack (ToR) switches, core edge routers, and network aggregation devices demanding visually monitored, space-saving stacked port matrices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelecommunications Infrastructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBroadband access hubs, 5G baseband units (BBUs), and fiber-to-the-x (FTTX) optical line terminals (OLTs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial \u0026amp; Edge Computing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRuggedized industrial Ethernet switches and micro-data center nodes deployed in extreme temperature environments (-40°C to +85°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Security:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNext-generation firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and unified threat management (UTM) hardware requiring robust EMI containment and specialized front-bezel clearances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.ftable_0114f109 { width:100%; 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