Credo Technology Group Unveils 1.6-Terabit Optical Cable

Credo Technology Group Inc. unveiled its 1.6-terabit ZeroFlap Active Light Cable at the Open Compute Project summit in San Jose. The new optical cable uses a dense array of tiny light emitters to provide copper-level reliability for distances up to 50 meters. Compared to copper active electrical cables, the ZeroFlap cable weighs significantly less and consumes approximately 30% less power.

This launch follows the company's May acquisition of DustPhotonics, an Israeli silicon photonics firm. The acquisition allows Credo to integrate in-house photonic chip capabilities as part of a broader strategic transition from copper to optical connectivity. CEO Will Brennan presented the optical strategy during the summit, noting the company's shift toward these technologies.

Credo expects its combined optical portfolio to drive significant growth in fiscal 2027, with the new cables scheduled to begin shipping in 2027. While the company has experienced revenue growth from cloud operators, it remains exposed to risks involving customer concentration and the inherent volatility of the copper-to-optical market transition.