PCIe 4.0 x16 Male to x16 Female Extension Cable with Lock, 85-ohm Low Impedance

The PCIe 4.0 x16 Male to x16 Female Extension Cable with Lock is a high-performance interconnect solution designed for professional computing environments requiring reliable PCIe 4.0 signal extension with secure locking mechanism. This cable provides a complete electrical pathway from a motherboard's PCIe 4.0 x16 slot to a peripheral device, maintaining superior signal integrity while ensuring vibration-resistant connections. Engineered with 85-ohm low impedance characteristics, this extension solution is ideal for graphics cards, high-speed adapters, and various expansion cards requiring stable PCIe 4.0 performance in extended configurations across enterprise, data center, and enthusiast computing applications.

Features

• Secure Locking Mechanism: Integrated lock design ensures stable connection and prevents accidental disconnection in vibration-prone environments
• Full PCIe 4.0 Performance: Supports data rates up to 16 GT/s per lane, delivering total bandwidth of 256 Gbps while maintaining backward compatibility
• Precision 85-ohm Impedance: Low impedance design ensures minimal signal reflection and maximum power transfer efficiency at high frequencies
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Multi-layer shielding with individual pair protection and overall braid shielding minimizes EMI/RFI interference
• Robust Construction: High-quality connectors with gold-plated contacts and durable cable jacket provide long-term reliability
• Secure Connection Design: Positive locking mechanism with easy release ensures reliable mating and vibration resistance
• Universal Compatibility: x16 female connector accommodates full-size expansion cards while maintaining electrical x16 lane configuration

Specifications

• Host Connector: PCI Express 4.0 x16 Male
• Target Connector: PCIe x16 Female with Locking Mechanism
• Supported Standard: PCI-SIG PCIe 4.0 Base Specification
• Data Rate: 16.0 GT/s per lane
• Total Bandwidth: 256 Gbps (x16 lanes)
• Characteristic Impedance: 85? ±5%
• 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

• GPU Extension Solutions: Ideal for cryptocurrency mining rigs, multi-GPU workstations, and graphics card testing setups requiring secure connections
• Server Expansion: Enables flexible placement of high-speed adapters and network cards in rack-mounted servers
• 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
• Data Center Infrastructure: Supports server and storage configurations in hyperscale computing environments requiring reliable connections
• Custom PC Builds: Provides flexibility for unique computer configurations and specialized computing applications requiring secure extension
• Broadcast and Media Equipment: Enables expansion card integration in professional audio/video production systems requiring vibration-resistant connections