According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market size was valued at US$ 831 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 3591 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 21.5% during review period.
In 2025, global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules production reached approximately 1600.9 k units with an average global market price of around US$ 504.5 per unit. The production capacity for Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules in 2025 was approximately 1700 k units. The typical gross profit margin for Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules is between 20% and 40%.
Active Electrical Cable (AEC) modules are high-speed interconnect components that integrate copper cabling with embedded signal conditioning electronics, such as retimers or re-drivers, and are enclosed in standard transceiver-style pluggable modules (e.g., QSFP-DD, OSFP). They are designed for medium-reach, low-latency, and cost-effective data transmission—typically up to 5–7 meters—in AI data centers, high-performance computing (HPC), and cloud infrastructure.
Active Electrical Cable (AEC) modules are high-speed copper interconnect solutions that integrate active signal-conditioning chips—such as retimers or linear drivers—at both cable ends. They are widely used in data centers, AI servers, and high-performance computing (HPC) systems to enable short- to mid-reach data transmission at 400G, 800G, and higher speeds. Compared with passive DACs, AECs significantly improve signal integrity through active equalization, amplification, and jitter compensation, extending reach while retaining the low latency, lower power consumption, and cost advantages of copper, positioning AECs as a key interconnect option between DAC and AOC.
The AEC modules market is experiencing rapid growth driven by the expansion of AI servers, high-speed Ethernet (400G/800G), and hyperscale cloud data centers. As bandwidth density within and between racks continues to increase, traditional passive DACs face limitations in reach and signal integrity, positioning AECs as a cost-effective solution with extended reach for data rates above 400G. Demand is primarily fueled by hyperscale data centers, AI training clusters, and HPC systems, with key ecosystem participants including connector manufacturers, cable suppliers, and high-speed SerDes and retimer chip vendors. Overall, the market remains in a fast adoption and penetration phase.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2021-2032
Global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2021-2032
Global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2021-2032
Global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Molex, Amphenol, TE Connectivity, Volex, JPC Connectivity, Credo, Infraeo, Approved Networks (Legrand), Luxshare Precision, Zhaolong Interconnect, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
QSFP28 AEC
QSFP56 AEC
QSFP112 / OSFP AEC
Others
Market segment by Cable Length
Short-range AEC: 2–3 m
Medium-range AEC: 3–5 m
Long-range AEC: 5–7 m
Market segment by Transmission Rate
400G
800G
Market segment by Application
Cloud Data Centers
AI Data Centers / AI Servers
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Enterprise Data Centers
Others
Major players covered
Molex
Amphenol
TE Connectivity
Volex
JPC Connectivity
Credo
Infraeo
Approved Networks (Legrand)
Luxshare Precision
Zhaolong Interconnect
10Gtek
Broadex Technologies
C-FLINK Technology
Shenzhen HTD Information-Tech
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Modules sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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