Addressing the Copper Reach Challenge
As data centers transition to 200G per channel to meet higher bandwidth requirements, traditional passive copper cables are limited to reaches <1 meter. CopperEdge technology directly addresses this challenge by enabling Active Copper Cables that deliver exceptional performance at distances required for high-volume switch-to-server connections.
High-Performance, Low Power Solutions for 400G, 800G and 1.6T Infrastructure
In today's high-performance computing environment, efficient connectivity solutions are essential for meeting the growing bandwidth demands of AI, Cloud computing, and HPC applications. Semtech's low-power, low-latency CopperEdge technology bridges critical infrastructure gaps by dramatically extending copper interconnect capabilities, offering superior performance without the cost premium of optical solutions.
The CopperEdge Advantage: 3X Reach Extension
CopperEdge components overcome passive copper cable limitations while maintaining exceptional signal integrity. This innovative approach delivers:
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Extended copper cable reaches from 1.5 meters to 5 meters at 100G / channel data rates, and from <1 meter to 3 meters at 200G / channel data rates
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Ultra-low power consumption (1.1pj/bit at 1.6T per cable ned)
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Ultra-low latency performance (<100ps)
Comprehensive Portfolio for Versatile Implementation
The CopperEdge product line includes advanced linear redrivers / equalizers supporting:
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High-speed data rates: 100G per channel for 400G (4x100G) and 800G (8x100G), 200G per channel for 1.6T (8x200G) applications
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Multiple deployment scenarios: Active Copper Cables (ACCs), cabled and PCB backplane, and onboard applications
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Flexible implementation options for various data center architectures
Engineered for Both Cable and Onboard Applications
CopperEdge components support the full spectrum of copper interconnect needs, enabling seamless integration with existing infrastructure while providing a clear path to future connectivity standards.
Future-Proof Your Data Center Infrastructure
With CopperEdge, data center operators can implement high-bandwidth connectivity solutions that maintain the cost advantages of copper while achieving the reach requirements for next-generation architectures. This breakthrough technology ensures copper interconnects remain viable in the evolving data center landscape.
Contact Semtech today to learn how CopperEdge technology can transform your data center connectivity strategy with industry-leading reach extension, ultra-low power consumption, and exceptional signal integrity.
