SFF-8470 CX4 with Thumbscrews to 4 Straight SATA 7P Cable

The SFF-8470 CX4 with Thumbscrews to 4 Straight SATA 7P Cable is a high-performance hybrid breakout solution designed for enterprise storage systems and data center environments requiring interface conversion between InfiniBand-based equipment and SATA storage devices. This specialized cable converts a single SFF-8470 CX4 connector with thumbscrew mechanisms into four independent straight SATA 7-pin interfaces, enabling seamless integration of InfiniBand hosts with SATA drives. Engineered with precision signal integrity features, this solution supports efficient data transmission while maintaining robust performance across mixed protocols. The thumbscrew mechanism ensures secure, vibration-resistant mating, making it ideal for external-to-internal storage expansions, server upgrades, and infrastructure modernization projects where reliable protocol adaptation is critical.  

Features  

• Hybrid Interface Conversion: Bridges SFF-8470 CX4 (with thumbscrews) to four standard SATA 7-pin interfaces.  
• Secure Thumbscrew Mechanism: Zinc alloy thumbscrews provide reliable, vibration-resistant mating for external connections.  
• High-Density Breakout: Efficiently converts one CX4 port to four individual SATA ports.  
• High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports data rates up to 6 Gbps per port (SATA 3.0) and InfiniBand DDR protocols.  
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with optimized impedance matching (100? ±10%) and reduced crosstalk.  
• Robust Shielding: Multi-layer shielding includes individual pair shielding and overall braid protection for EMI/RFI suppression.  
• Flexible Protocol Support: Compatible with InfiniBand SDR/DDR and SATA 3.0/2.0 protocols.  
• Durable Construction: External-grade cable with reinforced connectors ensures longevity in demanding environments.  

Specifications  

• Product Model: CX4 with Thumbscrews to 4x SATA Cable  
• Host Connector: SFF-8470 CX4, 34-Position, Male, with Thumbscrews  
• Device Connectors: 4x SATA 7-pin, Male, Straight  
• Data Rate Support: Up to 6 Gbps per port (SATA 3.0) / InfiniBand DDR (12 Gbps aggregate)  
• Supported Protocols: InfiniBand SDR/DDR, SATA 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 (standard lengths; custom options available)  
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C  
• Durability Rating: 5,000 mating cycles (thumbscrews), 5,000 mating cycles (SATA)  
• Minimum Bend Radius: 50mm  

Applications  

• Storage System Integration: Connects InfiniBand hosts to multiple SATA drives for storage expansion.  
• Data Center Modernization: Facilitates upgrades from legacy InfiniBand systems to SATA storage infrastructure.  
• Server and Storage Upgrades: Ideal for integrating InfiniBand-based servers with SATA JBODs/RAID systems.  
• Test and Development Labs: Useful for prototyping and validating hybrid protocol configurations.  
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Supports HPC clusters requiring InfiniBand-to-SATA connectivity.  
• OEM Solutions: Designed for system integrators needing customized breakout cable solutions.  
• Backup and Archive Systems: Enables reliable data backup to SATA-based storage arrays.  
• Telecommunications Infrastructure: Suitable for telecom environments requiring robust protocol conversion.