External Mini SAS SFF-8088 26P to 4 ESATA 7P Cable

The External Mini SAS SFF-8088 26P to 4 eSATA 7P Cable is a specialized external breakout solution designed for high-performance storage connectivity between SAS hosts and external SATA devices. This cable efficiently converts a single External Mini SAS SFF-8088 host interface into four independent eSATA 7-pin connectors, providing reliable external data transmission for storage expansion and backup systems. Engineered with robust external-grade construction and enhanced shielding, this cable ensures secure connections and excellent signal integrity while supporting high-speed data transfer between SAS controllers and external SATA storage devices, making it ideal for data center applications, external storage arrays, and backup solutions.

Features

• External-Optimized Design: Four eSATA connectors specifically designed for external storage connections
• High-Density Breakout: Converts one Mini SAS SFF-8088 port to four individual eSATA 7-pin ports
• High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports data rates up to 6 Gbps per port (SAS 2.0, SATA 3.0)
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with optimized impedance matching and reduced crosstalk
• Secure External Connection: Screw-down locking mechanism on SAS connector ensures vibration-resistant mating
• Robust External Construction: Designed for durability in external environments with comprehensive protection
• Flexible Protocol Support: Compatible with SAS 2.0 and SATA 3.0 protocols
• Superior Shielding: Comprehensive EMI/RFI protection with individual pair shielding and overall braid

Specifications

• Product Model: External Mini SAS to 4x eSATA Cable
• Host Connector: External Mini SAS SFF-8088, 26-Position, Male, with Locking Screws
• Device Connectors: 4x eSATA 7-pin, Male
• Data Rate Support: Up to 6 Gbps per port (SAS 2.0, SATA 3.0)
• Supported Protocols: SAS 2.0/1.0, SATA 3.0
• Cable Type: External Grade, Round Cable
• Wire Gauge: 30 AWG
• Impedance: 100? ±10%
• Shielding: Individual pair shielding with overall braid protection
• Cable Length: 0.5m, 1.0m, 2.0m, 3.0m
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C
• Durability Rating: 3,000 mating cycles (SAS), 5,000 mating cycles (eSATA)
• Minimum Bend Radius: 50mm

Applications

• External Storage Expansion: Ideal for connecting SAS hosts to multiple external SATA drive enclosures
• Backup and Archive Systems: Perfect for linking backup servers to external SATA storage arrays
• Data Center Infrastructure: Suitable for external storage connections in enterprise environments
• Direct-Attached Storage: Excellent for DAS configurations requiring external SATA connectivity
• Media and Entertainment: Ideal for video editing systems requiring high-speed external storage
• Test and Development Environments: Useful for laboratory setups requiring external interface conversion
• Disaster Recovery Solutions: Facilitating data replication between systems with external storage
• OEM Storage Solutions: Designed for system integrators needing reliable external SAS-to-eSATA connectivity