SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i to 2 Left Bend Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4x 36P Cable

The SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i to 2 Left Bend Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4x 36P Cable is a high-performance breakout solution engineered for modern enterprise storage and data center environments where optimized airflow and cable management are critical. This cable efficiently converts a single SlimSAS 8i host interface into two independent Internal HD Mini SAS 4x interfaces, providing reliable high-speed data transmission while maintaining excellent signal integrity. Its key differentiator is the left-angle host connector, specifically designed to facilitate cleaner routing, reduce bend stress, and improve clearance in high-density server configurations. This solution offers flexible connectivity for integrating modern storage hosts with legacy SAS/SATA devices, making it ideal for storage expansion and infrastructure upgrades in space-constrained computing environments.

Features

• High-Density Breakout Design: Converts one SlimSAS 8i host port into two 4x Mini SAS interfaces.
• Optimized Left-Angle Connector: Host-side SFF-8654 connector features a 90-degree left bend design for superior cable management, improved airflow, and reduced strain in tight spaces.
• High-Speed Performance: Supports data rates up to 24 Gbps per lane (SAS 4.0).
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with optimized impedance matching and minimized crosstalk.
• Reliable Connection: High-quality connectors ensure secure mating and stable, long-term connections.
• Flexible Protocol Support: Fully compatible with SAS and SATA protocols.
• Robust Construction: Features individual pair shielding with overall braid protection, ensuring EMI protection and long-term durability.

Specifications

• Product Model: SlimSAS to Dual Mini SAS Cable (Left Bend)
• Host Connector: SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i, Male, 90-Degree Left Bend
• Device Connectors: 2x Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4x, 36-Position, Male, Straight
• Data Rate Support: Up to 24 Gbps (SAS 4.0), 16 GT/s (PCIe 4.0)
• Supported Protocols: SAS 4.0/3.0, SATA 3.0
• Cable Type: Twinaxial
• Impedance: 100? ±10%
• Shielding: Individual pair foil shielding with overall braided shield
• Cable Length: 0.5m, 0.8m, 1.0m (Custom lengths available)
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +85°C
• Durability Rating: 5,000 mating cycles minimum
• Minimum Bend Radius: 30mm

Applications

• High-Density Server Racks: Essential for space-constrained 1U/2U servers where rear clearance is limited and organized cable routing is mandatory.
• Data Center Infrastructure: Connecting modern host bus adapters (HBAs) and RAID controllers to backplanes and expanders in hyperscale environments.
• Storage Array Expansion: Ideal for JBOD and storage shelf configurations requiring high-speed protocol conversion.
• Server Upgrade Projects: Enables seamless integration of new server platforms with existing Mini SAS (SFF-8643) based infrastructure.
• OEM Server Solutions: Designed for server manufacturers requiring a reliable, right-angle solution for proprietary chassis designs and backward compatibility.
• Test and Development Labs: Useful for validation environments requiring flexible interface conversion and clean setup configurations.