Point2, a pioneering startup unleashing great new cable solutorials to maximize data center efficiency. Called e-Tube, this new cable has out of this world capabilities that are set to further revolutionize data transmission. The e-Tube cable contains eight individual fibers. Each fiber has the capacity to carry more than 200 gigabits of data per second with the use of cutting-edge terahertz-frequency signals.
This advanced technology not only improves data transfer speeds but eliminates several major drawbacks of standard copper cables. Point2’s e-Tube expands to a remarkable 10 to 20 meters with minimal signal degradation. This technology has a reach that exceeds legacy copper solutions by up to 20 times! The e-Tube connection cable has a small diameter of only 8.1 millimeters. This small size makes it less physically imposing, making it an ideal fit for today’s space constrained data centers.
Advanced Technology Behind e-Tube
At the core of Point2’s e-Tube technology is an elaborate system made up of multiple different components. It has a digital display that connects to a graphics processing unit (GPU). On the circuit is a terahertz-frequency generator and a mixer that modulates data onto the terahertz signal. This level of integration means that data can be transmitted faster and with less latency.
Point2’s e-Tube technology stands out by consuming only one-third of the power required by traditional optical transceivers and costing one-third as much. It also delivers unprecedented low latency—up to one-thousandth that of existing optical technologies. This is especially important for mission critical data centers where speed and reliability are key.
Dave Welch, an industry expert, noted the advantages of this technology, stating, “Customers love fiber. What they hate is the photonics.” His observations underscore the pitfalls with legacy fiber optic systems and are a testament to Point2’s solution’s promise.
The Future of Data Transmission
Point2 is set to start manufacturing chips for a 1.6-terabit-per-second cable by the end of this year. Each cable will incorporate eight polymer waveguides. This cutting-edge cable takes advantage of several waveguides. Each one can carry an impressive 448 gigabits per second, utilizing twin frequencies of 90 GHz and 225 GHz. This method has the dual benefit of improving run time and supporting industry demands for scaled, efficient solutions in data centers.
The e-Tube cable is very thin and flexible, using less than a half of the space of a typical 32-gauge copper wire. This makes for it a great replacement for spaces with restricted room. As hyperscale data centers roll out ever-bigger buildings and more complex architectures, Point2’s innovations may hold the key to the next-age breakthrough in performance, efficiency and savings.
Welch further emphasized the reliability of electronic components over optics, asserting, “Electronics have been demonstrated to be inherently more reliable than optics.” Together, these statements underscore an important change in sentiment. We’re going beyond optical technologies to more robust electronic solutions such as those by Point2.
Venture Support and Industry Impact
Point2’s remarkable technological innovation didn’t escape the notice of the venture capital community either. The smart startup has managed to raise $55 million in funding so far, with investments from industry behemoth Molex and others. This financial support will help them continue refining and scaling their cutting-edge products to compete and succeed in a challenging marketplace.
The founding team at Point2 has deep experience from executive roles in the world’s leading technology companies including Marvell, Nvidia, and Samsung. Their experience gives the startup a deep bench to help guide it through the turbulent waters of complex switch technology and data transmission technology.
As Point2 further develops its products, it could offer greater benefits than current optical technologies used in transceiver-processor packages. The growing demand for high-speed data transfer in data centers makes Point2’s e-Tube cable a timely solution that could redefine industry standards.
