External Mini SAS SFF-8088 26P to 4 Left Bend SATA 7P Cable

The External Mini SAS SFF-8088 26P to 4 Left Bend SATA 7P Cable is a specialized high-density breakout solution engineered for complex cable routing scenarios in enterprise storage environments and data centers. This cable effectively converts a single External Mini SAS SFF-8088 host interface into four independent left-bend SATA 7-pin connectors, providing optimal cable management and orientation flexibility in dense server configurations. The innovative left-bend design allows for superior routing options in specific chassis layouts where traditional straight or right-angle connectors cannot provide adequate clearance, ensuring minimal obstruction, improved airflow, and maintained signal integrity while supporting high-speed data transmission between SAS controllers and SATA storage devices.

Features

• Left-Oriented Bend Design: Features four left-bend SATA connectors for specialized cable routing in constrained spaces
• High-Density Breakout: Converts one Mini SAS SFF-8088 port to four individual SATA 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
• Optimized Airflow Management: Low-profile left-bend design minimizes obstruction in high-density systems
• Flexible Protocol Support: Compatible with SAS 2.0 and SATA 3.0 protocols
• Robust Construction: External-grade cable with comprehensive EMI/RFI protection

Specifications

• Product Model: External Mini SAS to 4x Left Bend SATA Cable
• Host Connector: External Mini SAS SFF-8088, 26-Position, Male, with Locking Screws
• Device Connectors: 4x SATA 7-pin, Male, Left Bend (45-degree optimized orientation)
• 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 (SATA)
• Minimum Bend Radius: 50mm

Applications

• Asymmetric Server Designs: Ideal for non-standard server configurations requiring left-oriented cable routing
• High-Density Storage Arrays: Perfect for connecting external SAS hosts to SATA drives in asymmetrical chassis layouts
• Custom Server Racks: Suitable for specialized rack designs where left-bend orientation provides optimal cable management
• External Storage Enclosures: Optimizes cable routing in JBOD and storage expansion units with specific port orientations
• Data Center Infrastructure: Essential for custom rack configurations where left-bend connectors provide better clearance
• OEM Server Manufacturing: Designed for system integrators needing specialized left-oriented connectivity solutions
• Test and Development Labs: Useful for prototyping systems with unique form factor requirements and specific cable routing needs
• Broadcast and Media Systems: Ideal for video storage systems requiring customized cable orientation and efficient airflow management