NVIDIA/Mellanox MCA7J65-N005 Compatible 800G Twin-port OSFP 8 x 100G PAM4 IHS/Finned Top to 2 x 400G QSFP112 4 x 100G PAM4 InfiniBand NDR Active Copper Breakout Cable, 5m (16ft)

Product Highlights

• Compatible alternative to NVIDIA/Mellanox MCA7J65-N005
• 800G connectivity at 850Gbps (8x 106.25Gbps)
• Interface configuration: OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to 2x QSFP112
• Fixed length and part number: 5m (16ft), MCA7J65-N005
• Cable construction: Active Breakout DAC (ACC)
• Conductor specification: 26AWG
• Maximum power consumption: 1.5W (OSFP End)0.6W (QSFP112 Per End)
• Minimum bend radius: 40mm

Specifications

Signal and Lane Configuration

The listed modulation format is 8x100G-PAM4 to Dual 4x100G-PAM4. Both host interfaces must be configured for the same aggregate rate and lane arrangement. A connector that fits mechanically does not by itself guarantee that the remote port supports this encoding or breakout mode.

Network and Protocol Considerations

The intended application is 800G/400G InfiniBand. Listed interface and protocol references include CMIS 5.0, IEEE 802.3ck, OSFP MSA Rev5.0, Q112 MSA. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.

Breakout Port Mapping

The OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to 2x QSFP112 configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.

Length Selection and Installation Planning

The 5m (16ft) length gives MCA7J65-N005 more freedom for adjacent-rack and row-end deployments. Longer copper runs need particular attention to routing weight and bend control; the ACC specification and host support must still match the intended link.

Position Within the Length Range

MCA7J65-N005 is the longest of 4 verified length options in this family. Compared with MCA7J65-N003 at 3m (10ft), it provides 2m of additional reach for a longer vertical drop, a wider rack or an adjacent-cabinet route. Confirm that the complete path requires this length, because unused slack still needs supported, bend-safe storage.

Mixed-Vendor Network Operation

A mixed-vendor link should be documented at both ends, not treated as one generic connection. Confirm which OEM identity each host expects and whether the two ends use the same compatibility requirement. The related brand links below help locate equivalent-length assemblies, while the physical form factor and lane arrangement must still agree across the complete path. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 26AWG; the minimum bend radius is 40mm; the stated power consumption is 1.5W (OSFP End)0.6W (QSFP112 Per End); the jacket material is PET.

Power and Thermal Planning

The rated power consumption is 1.5W (OSFP End)0.6W (QSFP112 Per End). Include this load in the host-port power and thermal budget, especially in densely populated switches. Maintain front-panel clearance and do not bundle the cable so tightly that it obstructs airflow around the connectors.

Cable Construction and Routing

This assembly uses 26AWG conductors, PET jacket, minimum bend radius 40mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.

NVIDIA/Mellanox Compatibility and Factory Testing

Testing addresses the brand-specific identification as well as the operating link and available diagnostics. The same physical cable family can require a different host identity for another equipment vendor, so the intended platform should be supplied when a deployment combines multiple brands or unusual hardware revisions. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes link stability and diagnostic indications.

Ordering Information

For mixed-vendor projects, identify the equipment at both ends along with the OEM reference, length and quantity. Order each compatibility version under its own part number. If spare assemblies are required, list them separately so labels and test records remain unambiguous. Quantity and any labeling instructions should be attached specifically to MCA7J65-N005.

Quality Assurance and Packaging

Both ends are inspected and the complete assembly is powered up for a functional check before packing. Connectors are protected individually and the cable is secured without tight bends. Optional labels can distinguish host brand, OEM reference and length for easier spares management. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping and Lead Time

Available stock is generally dispatched within one to three working days after order confirmation, with production lead times advised for larger quantities. Worldwide courier services are available, with air or sea freight for consolidated shipments; freight-collect delivery and coordination with a customer’s logistics provider can be arranged.