Mini PCIe Male to PCIe 3.0 x1 Female Extension Cable

The Mini PCIe Male to PCIe 3.0 x1 Female Extension Cable is a specialized interface conversion solution designed to extend and adapt Mini PCIe slots to standard PCIe x1 interfaces . This cable enables the connection of full-size PCIe x1 devices to Mini PCIe slots commonly found on single-board computers, embedded systems, and compact motherboards . Supporting PCIe 3.0 specifications with a data transfer rate of 8.0 GT/s, it provides reliable connectivity for various expansion cards while maintaining signal integrity through controlled impedance design . The flexible flat cable construction allows for easy routing in space-constrained environments, making it ideal for prototyping, testing, and custom embedded applications where standard PCIe slots are unavailable .

Features

• Interface conversion: Adapts Mini PCIe male connector to standard PCIe x1 female slot for versatile connectivity options
• PCIe 3.0 compliance: Supports up to 8.0 GT/s data transfer rate with full backward compatibility to PCIe 2.0 and 1.1 standards
• Compact design: Flexible flat cable enables installation in tight spaces and custom chassis configurations
• Reliable signal integrity: Features impedance-controlled wiring and shielding to minimize signal degradation and EMI
• Easy installation: Plug-and-play design requires no additional drivers or software configuration
• Durable construction: Reinforced connectors with gold-plated contacts ensure stable connections and long-term reliability
• Broad compatibility: Works with various Mini PCIe-based systems including industrial PCs, single-board computers, and embedded controllers

Specifications

• Product Model: Mini PCIe Male to PCIe 3.0 x1 Female Extension Cable
• Host Connector: Mini PCIe, 52-pin, Male
• Device Connector: PCIe 3.0 x1, Female
• Cable Type: Flexible Flat Cable Assembly
• Pinout Configuration: PCIe-compliant pin mapping
• Data Rate Support: Up to 8.0 GT/s (PCIe 3.0)
• Supported Protocols: PCI Express 3.0/2.0/1.1
• Cable Length: 150mm, 200mm, 300mm standard options
• Wire Gauge: 28-30 AWG
• Shielding: Aluminum foil with drain wire
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Durability: Minimum 300 insertion cycles
• Safety Standards: RoHS compliant

Applications

• Single-board computer expansion: Adds PCIe x1 capability to Raspberry Pi CM4, Jetson modules, and other embedded systems with Mini PCIe slots
• Industrial computing: Enables connection of specialized interface cards to industrial PCs and control systems
• Prototyping and development: Facilitates testing and validation of PCIe devices in laboratory and development environments
• Digital signage systems: Allows integration of various interface cards in compact media players and digital signage controllers
• Network appliance expansion: Provides additional connectivity options for firewalls, routers, and network security appliances
• Test and measurement: Useful for hardware validation setups requiring interface conversion between Mini PCIe and standard PCIe
• Embedded systems: Enables expansion capabilities in space-constrained embedded applications and custom computing solutions