PCIe 3.0 x8 Male to x8 Female Extension Cable

The PCIe 3.0 x8 Male to x8 Female Extension Cable is a reliable connectivity solution designed for expanding PCI Express capabilities in various computing environments. This cable provides a stable electrical pathway from a motherboard's PCIe 3.0 x8 slot to a peripheral device interface, maintaining signal integrity while offering flexible installation options. Engineered to deliver consistent performance at PCIe 3.0 speeds, this extension solution is ideal for storage controllers, network adapters, and other expansion cards requiring reliable signal extension in both professional and enthusiast computing applications.

Features

• Full PCIe 3.0 Compatibility: Supports data transfer rates up to 8 GT/s per lane, delivering total bandwidth of 64 Gbps while maintaining backward compatibility with PCIe 2.0/1.0 devices
• Universal Connectivity: Matched x8 interface maintains consistent electrical configuration for various PCIe 3.0 compatible 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 secure mating mechanisms ensure reliable connections
• Flexible Application Support: Suitable for various expansion cards including storage controllers, network adapters, and specialized computing cards
• 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 x8 Male
• Target Connector: PCIe x8 Female
• Supported Standard: PCI-SIG PCIe 3.0 Base Specification
• Data Rate: 8.0 GT/s per lane
• Total Bandwidth: 64 Gbps (x8 lanes)
• Characteristic Impedance: 85? ±10%
• 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

Applications

• Server Expansion: Enables flexible placement of storage controllers and network cards in rack-mounted servers
• Test and Development Environments: Essential for hardware validation labs requiring flexible card positioning and frequent device changes
• Industrial Computing Systems: Suitable for industrial automation equipment requiring reliable PCIe extension in controlled environments
• Network Appliance Integration: Perfect for network interface cards and security processors in networking equipment
• Storage System Expansion: Ideal for connecting RAID controllers and storage adapters in enterprise environments
• Embedded Solutions: Facilitates expansion capabilities for embedded systems and industrial PCs
• Digital Signage Systems: Supports expansion cards in digital signage and kiosk applications
• Custom PC Builds: Provides flexibility for unique computer configurations and specialized computing applications