SFF-8470 CX4 with Thumbscrews to 4 ESATA 7P Cable

The SFF-8470 CX4 with Thumbscrews to 4 eSATA 7P Cable is a specialized hybrid breakout solution designed for enterprise storage environments requiring external connectivity between InfiniBand-based systems and multiple eSATA devices. This high-performance cable converts a single SFF-8470 CX4 connector with secure thumbscrew mechanisms into four independent external SATA (eSATA) 7-pin interfaces, enabling reliable data transmission for external storage expansions. Engineered with precision signal integrity features and robust external-grade construction, this solution supports efficient protocol conversion while maintaining excellent performance in demanding data center applications. The thumbscrew mechanism ensures vibration-resistant mating, making it ideal for connecting InfiniBand hosts to external SATA storage arrays, backup systems, and other eSATA devices where secure external connections are critical.

Features

• Hybrid Interface Breakout: Converts SFF-8470 CX4 with thumbscrews to four eSATA 7-pin interfaces
• Secure Thumbscrew Mechanism: Zinc alloy thumbscrews provide reliable, vibration-resistant external mating
• High-Density Connectivity: Efficiently breaks out one CX4 port to four individual eSATA ports
• High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports data rates up to 6 Gbps per port (eSATA 3.0) and InfiniBand DDR protocols
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with optimized impedance matching (100? ±10%) and reduced crosstalk
• Robust External Construction: External-grade cable with reinforced connectors for durable performance
• Comprehensive Shielding: Multi-layer shielding includes individual pair shielding and overall braid protection for EMI/RFI suppression
• Protocol Flexibility: Compatible with InfiniBand SDR/DDR and eSATA 3.0/2.0 protocols

Specifications

• Product Model: CX4 with Thumbscrews to 4x eSATA Cable
• Host Connector: SFF-8470 CX4, 34-Position, Male, with Thumbscrews
• Device Connectors: 4x eSATA 7-pin, Male
• Data Rate Support: Up to 6 Gbps per port (eSATA 3.0) / InfiniBand DDR (12 Gbps aggregate)
• Supported Protocols: InfiniBand SDR/DDR, eSATA 3.0/2.0
• Cable Type: External Grade, Round Cable
• Wire Gauge: 28-30 AWG
• Impedance: 100? ±10%
• Shielding: Individual pair foil shielding with overall braided protection
• Cable Length:  1.0m
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Durability Rating: 5,000 mating cycles (thumbscrews), 5,000 mating cycles (eSATA)
• Minimum Bend Radius: 50mm

Applications

• External Storage Expansion: Connects InfiniBand hosts to multiple external eSATA storage devices
• Data Center Backup Systems: Ideal for backup servers requiring external SATA connectivity
• Storage Area Networks: Supports SAN environments needing InfiniBand to eSATA protocol conversion
• Server Integration: Enables connection between InfiniBand servers and external eSATA storage arrays
• Test and Development: Useful for laboratory environments requiring external interface conversion
• Disaster Recovery Systems: Facilitates data replication to external SATA storage devices
• OEM Solutions: Designed for system integrators needing customized external breakout solutions
• Media and Entertainment: Suitable for video storage systems requiring high-speed external connectivity