M.2 M-key SFF-8643 Contact to Straight Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4i Cable

The M.2 M-key SFF-8643 Contact to Straight Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4i Cable is a high-performance adapter solution designed to bridge M.2 M-key interfaces with HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 internal connections. This cable enables seamless integration between M.2-based host systems and SAS/SATA storage devices, providing reliable high-speed data transmission in space-constrained environments. Ideal for server upgrades and storage expansions, it combines compact design with robust performance, supporting dual protocols and ensuring superior signal integrity for demanding data center applications.  

Features  

• Compact Interface Design: M.2 M-key with SFF-8643 contacts facilitates space-efficient connections in high-density servers;  
• High-Speed Performance: Supports SAS-3 12Gb/s and PCIe 3.0/4.0 data rates, ensuring bandwidth optimization for NVMe and SAS drives;  
• Dual Protocol Compatibility: Works with both SAS/SATA and PCIe NVMe protocols, offering flexibility for hybrid storage configurations;  
• Superior Signal Integrity: Precision impedance matching (100? ±10%) and shielding minimize signal degradation and EMI/RFI interference;  
• Secure Connection: Robust connectors with latching mechanisms ensure vibration-resistant mating and long-term reliability;  
• Hot-Plug Capable: Supports hot-swapping for maintenance and upgrades without system downtime;  
• Durable Construction: High-quality materials and manufacturing ensure 5,000 mating cycles durability.  

Specifications  

• Host Connector: M.2 M-key with SFF-8643 contacts;  
• Device Connector: Straight Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4i Male;  
• Data Rate Support: Up to 12Gb/s (SAS-3), 16GT/s (PCIe 4.0);  
• Supported Protocols: SAS-3/2/1, SATA 3.2, PCIe NVMe 1.3/1.4;  
• Impedance: 100? ±10%;  
• Shielding: Individual pair shielding with overall braided protection;  
• Cable Length: 0.5m, 1.0m (standard options);  
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +85°C;  
• Durability Rating: 5,000 mating cycles;  
• Voltage Rating: 30V per contact;  
• Minimum Bend Radius: 30mm.  

Applications  

• Server Storage Expansion: Connecting M.2-enabled motherboards to SAS/SATA backplanes or drives;  
• High-Density Data Centers: Ideal for 1U/2U servers where space optimization is critical;  
• OEM System Integration: Building customized storage solutions with M.2 to SAS connectivity;  
• NVMe to SAS Adaptations: Enabling PCIe NVMe hosts to communicate with SAS-based storage arrays;  
• Test and Development Labs: Prototyping and validating hybrid storage configurations;  
• Cloud and Hyperscale Infrastructure: Supporting scalable storage deployments in large-scale environments;  
• Hardware Upgrades: Modernizing legacy systems with M.2 interfaces for enhanced performance.