{"product_id":"f-tone-ftlp24ac01101-sfp-cage-connector-2x4-port-with-inner-outer-lightpipe","title":"F-tone FT24AC01101 SFP Cage Connector 2x4 Port With Inner\/Outer LightPipe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"e_richText-14 s_title\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eF-tone FT24AC01101 2x4 Port SFP Stacked Receptacle and Cage Assembly with Inner\/Outer LightPipes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to maximize faceplate I\/O density in high-throughput data center and telecommunications infrastructure, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF-tone FT24AC01101\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a highly integrated\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2x4 (8-port) stacked SFP cage and receptacle assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. By organizing eight Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) ports into a dense, vertically stacked 2x4 matrix, this assembly empowers hardware architects to drastically increase port capacity on standard 1U and 2U networking chassis. Integrating both the mechanical EMI shielding cage and the electrical receptacles into a single, pre-aligned unit eliminates tolerance stack-up issues during printed circuit board (PCB) assembly and ensures flawless transceiver mating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from a premium\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.25mm thick Copper Alloy with a minimum 30u\" Nickel Plating\u003c\/strong\u003e, this heavy-duty cage delivers superior structural rigidity and uncompromising resistance to corrosion. The internal plastic housings are precision-molded from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Temperature LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer) meeting strict UL94 V-0 flammability standards\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring an extreme industrial operating temperature range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-40°C to +85°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, the FT24AC01101 guarantees mission-critical reliability for both climate-controlled enterprise data centers and unconditioned outdoor edge computing enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Inner \u0026amp; Outer LightPipes for Visual Diagnostics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProviding clear, port-level diagnostic feedback in massive 8-port stacked configurations is a complex mechanical challenge. The FT24AC01101 definitively resolves this by incorporating precision-engineered\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInner and Outer LightPipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edirectly into the cage architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Port Visibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese dedicated optical channels efficiently capture light from surface-mounted LEDs located on the PCB and route it directly to the front chassis bezel for both the upper and lower port rows simultaneously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Troubleshooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides network administrators with immediate, unambiguous visual status indicators (such as Link Speed and Network Activity) for all eight ports, without compromising the cage’s electromagnetic shielding or requiring complex external LED light-guides.\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, 8-port chassis configurations is a critical design mandate. The FT24AC01101 achieves superior electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) through its advanced shielding design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.25mm Nickel-Plated Copper Alloy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe thick, premium alloy acts as a continuous Faraday shield, aggressively containing internal high-frequency emissions generated by PHY transceivers and ensuring strict compliance with FCC, CE, and CISPR regulatory standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel EMI Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeavy-duty stainless steel 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 act as physical and electrical barriers, dramatically reducing near-end crosstalk (NEXT) and electromagnetic coupling between adjacent and vertically stacked SFP modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMechanical Design \u0026amp; Automated PCB Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware engineers prioritize long-term mechanical reliability alongside high-yield automated manufacturing. The FT24AC01101 leverages advanced structural technology to optimize the PCB assembly workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized for Thick PCBs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSpecifically designed for heavier, multi-layer telecom-grade boards, requiring a recommended\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePCB thickness of 2.36mm (0.093 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto ensure proper mounting engagement, signal integrity, and long-term mechanical stability.\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 delicate internal contacts and alignment pins are protected during transit and allowing for 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 8-port stacked density, targeted visual diagnostics, industrial-grade thermal resilience, and robust stainless steel EMI shielding, the FT24AC01101 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\u003eStorage Area Networks (SAN):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-throughput Fibre Channel storage arrays and host bus adapters (HBAs) requiring dense physical layer protection.\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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We reply within 24 hours. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📧 Email: una@f-tone.com \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📱 Mobile \/ WhatsApp \/ WeChat: +86 177 6116 3895\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eImportant Notice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePerformance figures, data and any illustrative material provided in this data sheet are typical and must be specifically confirmed in writing by F-tone Networks before they become applicable to any particular order or contract. In accordance with the F-tone Networks policy of continuous improvement specifications may change without notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe publication of information in this data sheet does not imply freedom from patent or other protective rights of F-tone Networks or others. 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