CORRECTING and REPLACING Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) and Semtech Introduce 1.6T Active Copper Cable at OFC 2025
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) and Semtech (SMTC) have unveiled their groundbreaking 1.6T OSFP Active Copper Cable (ACC) at OFC 2025, featuring Semtech's CopperEdge™ 224G/lane linear equalizer/redriver ICs. This innovation targets next-generation AI/ML and data center infrastructure needs.
The solution offers significant advantages including:
- Ultra-low power consumption (90% lower than DSP-based solutions)
- Ultra-low latency (sub-100ps)
- Simple configuration and control
According to LightCounting analyst Bob Wheeler, 224G/lane data center infrastructure deployment is expected to begin in 2025 with rapid growth anticipated as AI/ML applications drive increased performance demands. The collaboration leverages ACS's cable technology and manufacturing capabilities with Semtech's semiconductor expertise to deliver high-bandwidth, low-power connectivity solutions for AI/ML infrastructure.
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) e Semtech (SMTC) hanno presentato il loro innovativo Cavo Attivo in Rame OSFP da 1,6T (ACC) all'OFC 2025, dotato degli IC linear equalizer/redriver CopperEdge™ 224G/lane di Semtech. Questa innovazione è mirata a soddisfare le esigenze delle infrastrutture per AI/ML e data center di nuova generazione.
La soluzione offre vantaggi significativi tra cui:
- Consumo energetico ultra-basso (90% inferiore rispetto alle soluzioni basate su DSP)
- Ultra-bassa latenza (sotto i 100ps)
- Configurazione e controllo semplici
Secondo l'analista di LightCounting Bob Wheeler, si prevede che l'implementazione dell'infrastruttura per data center a 224G/lane inizi nel 2025, con una rapida crescita prevista man mano che le applicazioni AI/ML aumentano le richieste di prestazioni. La collaborazione sfrutta la tecnologia dei cavi e le capacità produttive di ACS insieme all'esperienza nei semiconduttori di Semtech per offrire soluzioni di connettività ad alta larghezza di banda e a basso consumo per le infrastrutture AI/ML.
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) y Semtech (SMTC) han presentado su innovador Cable de Cobre Activo OSFP de 1.6T (ACC) en OFC 2025, que cuenta con los ICs linear equalizer/redriver CopperEdge™ 224G/lane de Semtech. Esta innovación está dirigida a satisfacer las necesidades de infraestructura de AI/ML y centros de datos de próxima generación.
La solución ofrece ventajas significativas, incluyendo:
- Consumo de energía ultra-bajo (90% menos que las soluciones basadas en DSP)
- Ultra-baja latencia (menos de 100ps)
- Configuración y control simples
Según el analista de LightCounting Bob Wheeler, se espera que el despliegue de infraestructura de centros de datos a 224G/lane comience en 2025, con un crecimiento rápido anticipado a medida que las aplicaciones de AI/ML impulsen mayores demandas de rendimiento. La colaboración aprovecha la tecnología de cables y las capacidades de fabricación de ACS junto con la experiencia en semiconductores de Semtech para ofrecer soluciones de conectividad de alta capacidad y bajo consumo para la infraestructura de AI/ML.
암페놀 커뮤니케이션 솔루션(ACS)와 셈텍(SMTC)은 OFC 2025에서 1.6T OSFP 액티브 구리 케이블(ACC)을 공개했습니다. 이 케이블은 셈텍의 CopperEdge™ 224G/lane 리니어 이퀄라이저/리드라이버 IC를 특징으로 합니다. 이 혁신은 차세대 AI/ML 및 데이터 센터 인프라의 요구를 목표로 하고 있습니다.
이 솔루션은 다음과 같은 중요한 장점을 제공합니다:
- 초저전력 소비( DSP 기반 솔루션보다 90% 낮음)
- 초저지연(100ps 이하)
- 간단한 구성 및 제어
LightCounting의 분석가인 Bob Wheeler에 따르면, 224G/lane 데이터 센터 인프라 배치는 2025년에 시작될 것으로 예상되며, AI/ML 애플리케이션이 성능 요구를 증가시키면서 급속한 성장이 기대됩니다. 이 협업은 ACS의 케이블 기술과 제조 능력, 셈텍의 반도체 전문성을 활용하여 AI/ML 인프라를 위한 고대역폭, 저전력 연결 솔루션을 제공합니다.
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) et Semtech (SMTC) ont dévoilé leur Câble Actif en Cuivre OSFP de 1,6T (ACC) révolutionnaire lors de l'OFC 2025, intégrant les ICs égaliseur/redriver CopperEdge™ 224G/lane de Semtech. Cette innovation vise à répondre aux besoins des infrastructures AI/ML et des centres de données de nouvelle génération.
La solution offre des avantages significatifs, notamment :
- Consommation d'énergie ultra-basse (90 % inférieure aux solutions basées sur DSP)
- Ultra-basse latence (inférieure à 100ps)
- Configuration et contrôle simples
Selon l'analyste de LightCounting, Bob Wheeler, le déploiement de l'infrastructure de centres de données à 224G/lane devrait commencer en 2025, avec une croissance rapide attendue à mesure que les applications AI/ML augmentent les demandes de performances. La collaboration tire parti de la technologie de câbles et des capacités de fabrication d'ACS, ainsi que de l'expertise en semi-conducteurs de Semtech, pour fournir des solutions de connectivité à large bande et à faible consommation pour les infrastructures AI/ML.
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) und Semtech (SMTC) haben auf der OFC 2025 ihr bahnbrechendes 1,6T OSFP Aktives Kupferkabel (ACC) vorgestellt, das mit Semtechs CopperEdge™ 224G/lane linearem Equalizer/Redriver-IC ausgestattet ist. Diese Innovation zielt darauf ab, die Anforderungen der Infrastruktur für KI/ML und Rechenzentren der nächsten Generation zu erfüllen.
Die Lösung bietet erhebliche Vorteile, darunter:
- Ultra-niedriger Energieverbrauch (90% geringer als bei DSP-basierten Lösungen)
- Ultra-niedrige Latenz (unter 100ps)
- Einfache Konfiguration und Steuerung
Laut dem Analysten von LightCounting, Bob Wheeler, wird erwartet, dass der Einsatz von 224G/lane-Rechenzentrumsinfrastrukturen im Jahr 2025 beginnen wird, mit einem raschen Wachstum, da KI/ML-Anwendungen die Leistungsanforderungen steigern. Die Zusammenarbeit nutzt die Kabeltechnologie und die Fertigungskapazitäten von ACS sowie die Halbleiterkompetenz von Semtech, um Hochgeschwindigkeits-, energieeffiziente Verbindungslösungen für KI/ML-Infrastrukturen bereitzustellen.
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Amphenol and Semtech Introduce 1.6T Active Copper Cable at OFC 2025 Forum
The updated release reads:
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) and Semtech Introduce 1.6T Active Copper Cable at OFC 2025
Amphenol Communications Services (ACS), a global leader in high-performance interconnect solutions, and Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading provider of high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service solutions, today introduced a leading-edge 1.6T OSFP Active Copper Cable (ACC) product featuring Semtech's CopperEdge™ 224G/lane linear equalizer/redriver ICs, targeted for use in next-generation AI/ML and data center infrastructure.
The explosion of data center deployments to support new AI/ML applications and workloads is driving requirements for ever higher-bandwidth interconnect solutions between compute and storage resources in clusters. ACS’s 1.6T OSFP ACC with Semtech's CopperEdge technology is designed for use with leading-edge 200G/lane switches and xPUs, and provides the extended reach required to connect adjacent equipment racks with high performance and reliability.
“We expect deployment of 224G/lane data center infrastructure starting in 2025 and ramping rapidly over the coming years, as AI/ML applications continue to push the envelope on performance and interconnect bandwidth,” commented Bob Wheeler, analyst at large, LightCounting. “We see 1.6T active copper cables (ACCs) as a key tool to support these higher interconnect speeds at manageable power consumption and cost.”
Compared to alternative approaches, the 1.6T OSFP ACC provides
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Ultra-low power consumption (up to
90% lower than DSP-based solutions), significantly reducing thermal design constraints and energy cost - Ultra-low latency (sub-100ps) for demanding AI/ML workloads
- Simple configuration and control, compliant with auto-negotiation and link training, for easier management and link bring up
“We’re excited to collaborate with Semtech on this 1.6T interconnect innovation,” said Greg Walz, director of product marketing for high-speed I/O Cables at Amphenol Communications Services. “The 1.6T ACC is a key addition to our industry-leading interconnect portfolio for leading-edge data center customers interested in high-performance, low power solutions.”
“The combination of Amphenol Communications Services’ world-class cable technology and manufacturing scale with Semtech’s advanced semiconductor capability creates a powerful customer offering,” added Brian Bentham, data center market manager at Semtech. “Together, we are delivering technology that is helping deliver the reliable, high-bandwidth, low-power connectivity enabling next-generation AI/ML infrastructure.”
The 1.6T OSFP Active Copper Cable is available now from Amphenol Communications Services – please visit their booth #2718 and Semtech’s booth #1028 at OFC 2025 for more information.
About Semtech
Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC) is a leading provider of high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service solutions dedicated to delivering high-quality technology that enables a smarter, more connected, and sustainable planet. Our global teams are committed to empowering solution architects and application developers to develop breakthrough products for the infrastructure, industrial and consumer markets. To learn more about Semtech technology, visit us at Semtech.com or follow us on LinkedIn or X.
Semtech and the Semtech logo, are registered trademarks or service marks of Semtech Corporation or its subsidiaries, and CopperEdge is a trademark or service mark of Semtech Corporation or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks and trade names mentioned may be marks and names of their respective companies.
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