PCIe 3.0 x8 Male to U.2 SFF-8639 Up R/A SSD Extension Cable

The PCIe 3.0 x8 Male to U.2 SFF-8639 Up R/A SSD Extension Cable is a specialized connectivity solution designed for enterprise servers and storage systems requiring flexible U.2 NVMe SSD integration with optimized cable management. This cable provides a direct electrical extension from a PCIe 3.0 x8 host slot to a U.2 (SFF-8639) SSD interface featuring an Up Right-Angle connector configuration. The upward-angled design enables superior cable routing in space-constrained chassis while maintaining full PCIe 3.0 performance. Engineered for reliable data transmission, this solution is ideal for high-density deployments where both performance and optimal space utilization are critical requirements.

Features

• Optimized Connector Orientation: Up Right-Angle U.2 connector allows superior cable management in high-density server configurations
• Full PCIe 3.0 Performance: Supports data rates up to 8 GT/s per lane, delivering 64 Gbps total bandwidth for NVMe SSDs
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with controlled impedance ensures stable operation at PCIe 3.0 speeds
• Secure Connection System: Positive-latch mechanism on U.2 connector prevents accidental disconnection
• Robust Construction: High-quality shielded twisted pair wiring with individual pair shielding and overall braid protection
• Thermal Management Support: Compatible with systems providing active cooling for U.2 SSDs
• Broad Compatibility: Supports NVMe protocol and U.2 SSDs operating on PCIe interface

Specifications

• Host Connector: PCI Express 3.0 x8 Male
• Device Connector: U.2 SFF-8639 68-Pin Female with Up Right-Angle orientation
• Supported Standard: PCI-SIG PCIe 3.0 Base Specification
• Data Rate: 8.0 GT/s per lane (PCIe 3.0)
• Total Bandwidth: 64 Gbps (x8 lanes)
• Impedance: 85? ±10%
• Cable Type: Shielded twisted pair with overall braid protection
• Cable Length: 0.05m, 0.1m standard options
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Durability Rating: 5,000 mating cycles minimum

Applications

• High-Density Server Racks: Ideal for 1U/2U servers where upward cable routing is preferred for optimal airflow
• Storage Expansion Systems: Enables flexible U.2 SSD connectivity in storage arrays and JBOD configurations
• Data Center Infrastructure: Suitable for hyperscale environments requiring optimized cable management
• Enterprise Storage Solutions: Perfect for integrating high-speed NVMe storage into existing server infrastructure
• Test and Development Environments: Useful for validation labs requiring specific connector orientations
• Workstation Storage Upgrades: Allows professional workstations to incorporate enterprise U.2 SSDs with clean cable routing
• OEM Server Manufacturing: Designed for system integrators needing customized storage connectivity solutions
• Server Upgrade Projects: Enables legacy servers to support modern U.2 NVMe storage devices