SFP+ Receptacle with Integrated Cage — What This Connector Does
The TE Connectivity 2246041-1 is a 22-position SFP+ receptacle with an integrated cage, designed for high-speed serial data links up to 10 Gbps per lane. The cage provides EMI containment and a board guide that aligns the module during insertion, preventing contact stubbing. Gold-plated contacts on the receptacle side maintain signal integrity over repeated mating cycles typical in networking equipment.
Board Layout Fit — Right-Angle Through-Hole
The right-angle through-hole mounting places the cage parallel to the PCB edge, so the SFP module inserts from the panel face. The 22-position pinout follows the standard SFP+ footprint, which means the board layout engineer can drop this into a design already routed for a common SFP+ connector.
EMI Shielding — Why the Cage Matters
The integrated cage is EMI shielded, which is not optional at 10 Gbps line rates — the cage forms a continuous ground envelope around the module, bleeding off radiated noise before it couples into adjacent channels. Without the shield, the open receptacle would radiate from the module's internal clock and data lines, failing Class B emissions in a typical switch or router chassis.
Packaging for Your Assembly Line
Available in Tape & Reel (TR) for automated pick-and-place or Cut Tape (CT) for prototype and low-volume builds. The reel format suits high-throughput SMT lines; the cut tape option avoids minimum reel charges for engineering samples or small production runs.
How It Compares to 2227302-3
The sibling 2227302-3 shares the same SFP+ receptacle-with-cage design, 22-position pinout, and gold contact finish. For a high-volume line running pick-and-place, the 2246041-1 in Tape & Reel feeds directly into the feeder; the Box-packaged 2227302-3 requires manual tray loading or a tube feeder adapter.