{"product_id":"ft21ac01301-sfp-2x1-cage-connector-with-outer-lightpipe","title":"FT21AC01301 SFP 2x1 Cage Connector With Outer LightPipe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"e_richText-14 s_title\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eF-tone FT21AC01301 2x1 SFP Cage Connector with Outer LightPipe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to maximize front-panel I\/O density in modern networking equipment, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFT21AC01301\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a highly integrated\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2x1 (stacked) SFP receptacle and cage assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. By stacking two Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) ports vertically within a single 14.00mm wide footprint, this connector allows data center architects and hardware designers to effectively double the port capacity of a standard 1U or 2U chassis compared to traditional belly-to-belly or single-row layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from a premium\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Alloy with 30u\" plating\u003c\/strong\u003e, this robust cage assembly ensures superior structural integrity and long-term resistance to oxidation. With a rugged industrial operating temperature range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-40°C to +85°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, the FT21AC01301 delivers mission-critical reliability for both climate-controlled enterprise environments and unconditioned outdoor edge computing enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Outer LightPipes for Visual Diagnostics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn high-density stacked configurations, providing clear port-level diagnostic feedback is a mechanical challenge. The FT21AC01301 solves this by incorporating precision-engineered\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter LightPipes\u003c\/strong\u003e. These optical channels efficiently route light from surface-mounted LEDs located on the PCB behind the cage directly to the front bezel. This provides network administrators with immediate, unambiguous visual status indicators (such as Link\/Activity) for both the upper and lower 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\u003eHigh-frequency optical and copper transceivers generate significant localized noise. Managing this Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) at the chassis faceplate is a critical design mandate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Shielded Enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe copper alloy cage acts as a continuous Faraday shield, aggressively containing internal high-frequency emissions while blocking external Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Grounding Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned to mate seamlessly with metallic chassis bezels, ensuring a continuous, low-impedance electrical path to ground, essential for passing strict FCC, CE, and CISPR regulatory testing.\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 dramatically reduce near-end crosstalk (NEXT) and electromagnetic coupling between adjacent SFP transceiver modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMechanical Design \u0026amp; Press-Fit PCB Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FT21AC01301 is tailored for high-yield, high-reliability manufacturing, eliminating the thermal stress associated with secondary soldering operations for the cage structure.\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 press-fit pins that are driven directly into plated through-holes (PTH) on the PCB. This creates a cold-welded, gas-tight mechanical bond that is highly resistant to vibration, physical shock, and thermal cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceptacle Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnlike single-port cages where the SFP connector is soldered separately beneath the cage, this stacked 2x1 configuration integrates the right-angle through-hole receptacle directly into the assembly, ensuring perfect alignment for pluggable modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized PCB Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSpecifically designed for heavier 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 press-fit engagement and mechanical stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy combining stacked port density, robust thermal resilience, and integrated visual diagnostics, the FT21AC01301 is the optimal interconnect solution 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 routers, and aggregation platforms requiring maximum front-panel I\/O.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelecommunications Infrastructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBroadband access equipment, 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.\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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