LP4 4Pin IDE Male to SATA 15Pin Female Power Cable

The LP4 4Pin IDE Male to SATA 15Pin Female Power Cable is a specialized power adapter solution designed for computing systems that require compatibility between legacy power supply interfaces and modern SATA devices. This cable converts a standard LP4 4-pin IDE power connector (also known as Molex or peripheral power connector) into a SATA 15-pin power connector, enabling reliable power delivery to SATA devices from older power supply units. Engineered with high-quality conductors and robust construction, this power adapter cable provides safe and efficient power conversion while maintaining compliance with SATA power specifications. The solution is ideal for system upgrades, legacy hardware maintenance, and environments where modern power connectors are unavailable, allowing users to connect contemporary SATA drives to older power supplies without compromising performance or reliability.

Features

• Legacy-to-Modern Power Conversion: Converts LP4 4-pin IDE power connector to SATA 15-pin power connector
• Backward Compatibility: Enables modern SATA devices to work with older power supply units
• High-Current Support: Designed to handle power requirements for SATA devices (up to 4.5A per pin)
• Secure Connection: Gold-plated contacts and secure latching mechanism ensure reliable power delivery
• Voltage Compatibility: Properly converts +5V and +12V rails from IDE to SATA specifications
• Durable Construction: High-quality wires and molded connectors ensure long-term reliability
• Space-Efficient Design: Compact adapter solution eliminates the need for bulky converter boxes
• Wide Application: Suitable for various SATA devices including HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives

Specifications

• Product Model: LP4 4Pin IDE Male to SATA 15Pin Female Power Cable
• Input Connector: LP4 4-pin IDE (Molex), Male
• Output Connector: SATA 15-pin, Female
• Voltage Support: +5V, +12V (properly converted from IDE to SATA standard)
• Current Rating: Up to 4.5A per pin (compliant with SATA power specifications)
• Wire Gauge: 18 AWG (power lines)
• Cable Type: Internal Grade, Round Cable
• Shielding: Not applicable (power-only cable)
• Cable Length: 0.1m, 0.2m
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Durability Rating: 5,000 mating cycles
• Minimum Bend Radius: 25mm

Applications

• Legacy System Upgrades: Ideal for integrating modern SATA drives into older computer systems
• Power Supply Adapters: Enables use of contemporary storage devices with older PSUs lacking native SATA power connectors
• Retro Computing: Essential for maintaining and upgrading vintage computer systems with modern storage solutions
• Test Benches: Laboratory environments requiring flexible power adapter solutions for various drive types
• Data Recovery: Useful for accessing modern SATA drives using legacy power supply equipment
• Embedded Systems: Industrial applications where legacy power interfaces need to support modern storage devices
• DIY Projects: Custom computer builds and modifications requiring power interface conversion
• Emergency Repairs: Temporary solution when native SATA power connectors are unavailable or damaged