What is the difference between 800G QSFP-DD and 800G OSFP optical transceivers?

Both 800G QSFP-DD and 800G OSFP optical transceivers support 800Gbps transmission. However, OSFP features a larger form factor with enhanced thermal management capability, making it suitable for high-power AI networking systems and next-generation high-density switches.

What transmission distances are available for 800G OSFP optical modules?

C-LIGHT provides multiple 800G OSFP optical solutions including SR8 for short-distance data center interconnects, DR8 for medium-reach applications, 2xFR4 for flexible network deployment, and 800ZR solutions for longer-distance optical transmission scenarios.

What protocols does C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical transceiver support?

C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical transceivers support next-generation Ethernet communication standards and are suitable for high-performance computing networks, including InfiniBand NDR applications requiring high-speed optical interconnects.

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Q: What technology does the 800G OSFP optical transceiver use?

The 800G OSFP optical transceiver uses advanced PAM4 modulation technology with eight high-speed electrical channels to achieve 800Gbps optical transmission. The architecture improves bandwidth efficiency and supports next-generation data center networking requirements.

Q: Is the 800G OSFP optical transceiver suitable for AI data centers?

Yes. The 800G OSFP optical transceiver is designed for AI data centers, GPU clusters, and high-performance computing environments requiring high bandwidth, low latency, efficient thermal management, and reliable optical connectivity.

800G OSFP

C-LIGHT independently developed 800G OSFP optical module complies with IEEE 802.3/cu/ck communication protocol and supports InfiniBand NDR; the interface protocol complies with CMIS Rev5.0; the packaging protocol complies with OSFP MSA HW. The product covers multiple transmission distances including VR8 50m, SR8 100m, DR8 500m and 2xFR4 2km, supporting a transmission rate of up to 800Gb/s. 800G OSFP optical modules are widely used in data centers, cloud computing networks, high-performance computing, telecommunications markets, and enterprise-level applications, showing broad market application prospects.

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Product Details

800G OSFP is a high-speed optical transceiver employing the Octal Small Form-factor Pluggable package. Its electrical interface consists of 8 channels, achieving a total transmission bandwidth of 800 Gbps through PAM4 modulation technology. It is specifically designed for AI clusters, hyperscale data centers, and high-performance computing networks.

Form Factor	Part No.	Fiber Type	Data Rate	Wavelength	Distance	Connector	Temp.	Note
OSFP	CL800GOSFPZR+	SMF	800ZR 118GB 16QAM	1x800G / 2x400G / 4x200G / 8x100G on Host	120km	LC	Com.
			800ZR+ 124GB PCS-16QAM	1x800G / 2x400G / 4x200G / 8x100G on Host	500km	LC	Com.
			800ZR+ 118GB 16QAM	1x800G / 2x400G / 4x200G / 8x100G on Host	340km	LC	Com.
			400ZR++ 118GB QPSK (56G Serdes)	1x400G / 2x200G / 4x100G on Host	2400km	LC	Com.
			400ZR++ 118GB QPSK (112G Serdes)	1x400G / 2x200G / 4x100G on Host	2400km	LC	Com.
OSFP	CL800GOSFPZR	SMF	800ZR 118GB 16QAM	1x800G / 2x400G / 4x200G / 8x100G on Host	120km	LC	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP	CL800GOSFPZR+	SMF	1x800G	DCO	450km	LC	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP RHS	CL800GOSFP1DR4-RHS	SMF	1x800G	LAN WDM	500m	1x MPO	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP Close Top	CL800GOSFP2LR4-CLT	SMF	2x400G	LAN WDM	10km	LC	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP RHS	CL800GOSFP2LR4-RHS	SMF	2x400G	LAN WDM	10km	LC	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP Close Top	CL800GOSFP2FR4-CLT	SMF	2x400G	FR4	2km	Dual CS	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP RHS	CL800GOSFP2FR4-RHS	SMF	2x400G	FR4	2km	Dual CS	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP Close Top	CL800GOSFP2DR4-CLT	SMF	2x400G	DR4	500m	MPO-12	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP RHS	CL800GOSFP2DR4-RHS	SMF	2x400G	DR4	500m	MPO-12	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP Close Top	CL800GOSFP2SR4-CLT	MMF	2x400G	850nm	100m	MPO-12	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP RHS	CL800GOSFP2SR4-RHS	MMF	2x400G	850nm	100m	MPO-12	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP Flat Top	CL800GOSFP2SR4-FT	MMF	2x400G	850nm	100m	MPO-12	Com.	Data-Sheet
OSFP	CL800GOSFP800GSR8	MMF	800G	850nm	100m	MPO-16	Com.	Data-Sheet

800G OSFP Optical Transceiver Overview

The C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical transceiver is a high-speed optical module designed for next-generation AI data centers, hyperscale cloud infrastructure, high-performance computing (HPC), and advanced Ethernet networks. Supporting up to 800Gbps aggregate bandwidth, this optical transceiver provides high-density, low-latency optical connectivity for large-scale computing and networking applications.

Based on the OSFP (Octal Small Form-factor Pluggable) architecture, the 800G OSFP optical module integrates eight electrical channels and utilizes advanced PAM4 modulation technology to achieve ultra-high-speed transmission. The OSFP form factor provides improved thermal performance and high-density port deployment for next-generation data center switches and AI networking platforms.

C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical transceivers support multiple optical configurations including SR8, DR8, 2xFR4, and long-reach 800ZR solutions, providing flexible deployment options from short-distance data center interconnects to extended metropolitan network applications.

Key Features of 800G OSFP Optical Transceiver

800Gbps High-Speed Transmission

Supports up to 800Gbps optical bandwidth to meet the increasing connectivity requirements of AI workloads, cloud computing, and hyperscale data centers.

Advanced OSFP Form Factor

Adopts OSFP packaging technology with optimized thermal management and high-density deployment capability for next-generation Ethernet switches.

PAM4 Modulation Technology

Uses advanced PAM4 signaling technology to achieve high-speed electrical and optical transmission with improved bandwidth efficiency.

Multiple Transmission Solutions

Provides SR8, DR8, 2xFR4 and 800ZR optical solutions supporting different network distances and deployment scenarios.

AI Data Center Optimized

Designed for AI clusters, GPU interconnects, HPC systems and hyperscale cloud computing networks.

Ethernet and InfiniBand Ready

Supports next-generation Ethernet and high-performance computing network architectures.

Applications

AI Data Center Networks

GPU Cluster Interconnects

High Performance Computing (HPC)

Hyperscale Cloud Data Centers

800G Ethernet Infrastructure

Data Center Switch-to-Switch Connections

Why Choose C-LIGHT 800G OSFP Optical Transceiver?

With the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and large-scale cloud computing, data centers require higher bandwidth, lower latency, and improved network efficiency. The C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical transceiver provides a scalable optical interconnect solution by combining advanced PAM4 technology, high-density OSFP packaging, and reliable optical performance.

The 800G OSFP optical module enables customers to upgrade from 400G Ethernet networks toward next-generation 800G architectures while supporting future AI infrastructure, GPU clusters, and hyperscale computing environments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is an 800G OSFP optical transceiver?

An 800G OSFP optical transceiver is a high-speed optical module designed to provide 800Gbps data transmission for AI data centers, HPC systems, and next-generation Ethernet networks. It uses the OSFP form factor with eight electrical channels and PAM4 modulation technology.

Q2. What applications use 800G OSFP optical modules?

800G OSFP optical transceivers are mainly used in AI data centers, GPU clusters, hyperscale cloud networks, high-performance computing systems, and advanced Ethernet infrastructures.

Q3. What technology does the 800G OSFP optical transceiver use?

The 800G OSFP optical transceiver uses PAM4 modulation technology with high-speed electrical interfaces to achieve 800Gbps optical transmission performance.

Q4. What is the difference between 800G QSFP-DD and 800G OSFP?

800G QSFP-DD and 800G OSFP both support 800Gbps transmission, but OSFP provides a larger form factor with enhanced thermal capability, making it suitable for high-power AI networking systems and next-generation switches.

Q5. What transmission distances are available for 800G OSFP modules?

C-LIGHT provides multiple 800G OSFP solutions including SR8 for short-reach applications, DR8 for medium-distance data center interconnects, FR4 solutions, and long-distance 800ZR optical modules.

Q6. Is 800G OSFP suitable for AI data centers?

Yes. The 800G OSFP optical transceiver is designed for AI clusters, GPU networks, and high-performance computing environments requiring high bandwidth, low latency, and efficient optical connectivity.

Q7. What protocols does C-LIGHT 800G OSFP support?

C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical modules comply with relevant Ethernet communication standards and support InfiniBand NDR applications for high-performance computing networks.

Q8. Why choose C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical transceivers?

C-LIGHT 800G OSFP optical transceivers combine advanced PAM4 technology, OSFP packaging, multiple reach options, and reliable manufacturing capability to provide scalable optical solutions for future AI and cloud networks.