Mini PCIe Male to PCIe 3.0 x4 Female Extension Cable

The Mini PCIe Male to PCIe 3.0 x4 Female Extension Cable is a specialized interface conversion solution engineered to adapt a Mini PCIe slot to a standard PCIe x4 interface . This cable assembly enables the connection of PCIe x4 expansion cards to compact systems equipped with Mini PCIe slots, such as single-board computers, embedded systems, and small form-factor motherboards . It supports PCIe 3.0 specifications, delivering a data transfer rate of up to 8.0 GT/s while maintaining backward compatibility with PCIe 2.0 and 1.1 devices . The cable is constructed with impedance-controlled wiring and multi-layer shielding to ensure reliable signal integrity and minimize electromagnetic interference . Its flexible and durable design facilitates easy routing in tight spaces, making it ideal for prototyping, custom builds, and industrial applications where standard PCIe slots are unavailable or impractical .  

Features  

• Full x4 lane support: Maintains PCIe 3.0 x4 lane connectivity supporting data transfer rates up to 8.0 GT/s for expansion cards and peripherals   
• Interface conversion: Adapts Mini PCIe male connector to standard PCIe x4 female slot for versatile expansion capabilities in embedded systems   
• Enhanced signal integrity: Utilizes impedance-controlled wiring and multi-layer shielding to minimize signal degradation and electromagnetic interference   
• Flexible cable design: Thin and flexible cable construction allows for easy routing in confined spaces and complex chassis layouts   
• Robust construction: Reinforced connectors with gold-plated contacts ensure reliable connectivity and long-term durability through multiple mating cycles   
• Backward compatibility: Fully supports PCIe 2.0 and 1.1 devices for broad system compatibility across various generations of hardware   
• Plug-and-play installation: Requires no additional drivers or software configuration for immediate deployment and operation   

Specifications  

• Product Model: Mini PCIe Male to PCIe 3.0 x4 Female Extension Cable  
• Host Connector: Mini PCIe, 52-pin, Male  
• Device Connector: PCIe 3.0 x4, 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  
• Impedance: 85 ohms differential (typical for PCIe applications)  
• Cable Length: 150mm, 200mm, 300mm standard options  
• Wire Gauge: 28-30 AWG  
• Shielding: Multi-layer foil and braid EMI protection   
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C  
• Durability: Minimum 300 insertion cycles  
• Safety Standards: RoHS compliant  

Applications  

• Single-board computer expansion: Adds PCIe x4 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 in space-constrained environments   
• Prototyping and development: Facilitates testing and validation of PCIe x4 devices in laboratory and development environments   
• Custom embedded systems: Provides expansion capabilities for custom computing solutions where standard PCIe slots are not available   
• Storage systems: Allows integration of storage controller cards and NVMe expansion cards in compact systems   
• Network appliance expansion: Provides additional connectivity options for network interface cards in firewalls, routers, and security appliances   
• Test and measurement: Useful for hardware validation setups requiring interface conversion between Mini PCIe and standard PCIe x4