PCIe 3.0 x16 Male to x16 Female Extension Cable with Lock

The PCIe 3.0 x16 Male to x16 Female Extension Cable with Lock is a reliable connectivity solution designed for expanding PCI Express capabilities in various computing environments while ensuring secure connections. This cable provides a stable electrical pathway from a motherboard's PCIe 3.0 x16 slot to a peripheral device interface, maintaining signal integrity while offering flexible installation options with enhanced security. The integrated locking mechanism prevents accidental disconnection, making this extension solution ideal for graphics cards, storage controllers, and other expansion cards requiring reliable, secure signal extension in both professional and enthusiast computing applications.

Features

• Secure Locking Mechanism: Integrated lock design ensures stable connection and prevents accidental disconnection in vibration-prone environments
• Full PCIe 3.0 Compatibility: Supports data transfer rates up to 8 GT/s per lane, delivering total bandwidth of 128 Gbps while maintaining backward compatibility with PCIe 2.0/1.0 devices
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Multi-layer shielding with individual pair protection and overall braid shielding minimizes EMI/RFI interference
• Secure Connection Design: High-quality connectors with gold-plated contacts and positive locking mechanisms ensure reliable, vibration-resistant connections
• Universal Connectivity: x16 female connector accommodates full-size expansion cards while maintaining electrical x16 lane configuration, providing broad device compatibility
• Robust Construction: Durable cable jacket and strain relief features provide long-term reliability in continuous operation environments
• Easy Installation: Simple plug-and-play setup requires no additional drivers or software configuration

Specifications

• Host Connector: PCI Express 3.0 x16 Male
• Target Connector: PCIe x16 Female with Locking Mechanism
• Supported Standard: PCI-SIG PCIe 3.0 Base Specification
• Data Rate: 8.0 GT/s per lane
• Total Bandwidth: 128 Gbps (x16 lanes)
• Cable Type: Shielded twisted pair with overall braid protection
• Cable Length: 200mm, 250mm, 300mm standard options
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Durability Rating: 10,000 mating cycles
• Contact Current Rating: 0.5A per pin
• Lock Type: Positive engagement mechanical lock

Applications

• GPU Mining Operations: Ideal for cryptocurrency mining rigs requiring multiple graphics cards with secure, vibration-resistant connections
• Server Room Deployments: Enables flexible placement of storage controllers and network cards in rack-mounted servers with enhanced connection security
• Test and Development Environments: Essential for hardware validation labs requiring secure card positioning and frequent device changes
• Industrial Computing Systems: Suitable for industrial automation equipment requiring reliable PCIe extension in vibration-prone environments
• High-Performance Workstations: Provides expansion capabilities for professional workstations requiring additional high-speed connectivity with secure mounting
• Entertainment and Gaming Systems: Supports high-performance audio and video cards in media production and gaming setups requiring reliable connections
• Custom PC Builds: Provides flexibility for unique computer configurations and specialized computing applications requiring secure extension
• Legacy System Upgrades: Enables modern PCIe 3.0 card integration into older systems with available expansion slots and secure connection requirements