PCIe 4.0 x8 Male to x16 Female Up R/A Extension Cable with Lock, 85-ohm Low Impedance

The PCIe 4.0 x8 Male to x16 Female Up R/A Extension Cable is a high-performance interconnect solution designed for professional and enterprise applications requiring reliable extension of PCIe 4.0 signals with specific connector orientation and secure mounting. This cable features a standard x8 male connector that interfaces with the motherboard slot, extending to an x16 female connector in an Up Right-Angle configuration with an integrated locking mechanism. The upward-angled connector design enables superior cable routing and space efficiency in chassis and server racks, while the locking feature ensures a secure, vibration-resistant connection. Engineered with precise 85-ohm low impedance characteristics, this extension cable maintains PCIe 4.0 signal integrity while providing flexible expansion capabilities for graphics cards, storage controllers, and various high-speed adapters in demanding environments.

Features

• Optimized Connector Orientation: Up Right-Angle female connector design facilitates efficient cable routing and improves chassis airflow management
• Secure Locking Mechanism: Integrated lock 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 maximum bandwidth for high-speed devices
• Precision Impedance Control: 85-ohm low impedance design ensures minimal signal reflection and maximum signal integrity at high data rates
• Mechanical x16 Electrical x8 Compatibility: x16 female connector accommodates full-size expansion cards while operating electrically as x8 lanes
• Enhanced Shielding: Multi-layer shielding construction provides excellent protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI)
• High-Quality Construction: Durable materials and precision manufacturing ensure long-term reliability in continuous operation environments

Specifications

• Host Connector: PCI Express 4.0 x8 Male
• Target Connector: PCIe x16 Female, Up Right-Angle orientation with lock, electrically x8
• Supported Standard: PCI-SIG PCIe 4.0 Base Specification
• Data Rate: 16.0 GT/s per lane (PCIe 4.0)
• Total Bandwidth: 128 Gbps (x8 lanes)
• Characteristic Impedance: 85? ±5%
• Cable Type: Shielded twisted pair with overall braid protection
• Cable Length: 50mm, 100mm, 500mm standard options
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Durability Rating: 10,000 mating cycles
• Contact Rating: 0.5A per pin, 30V AC/DC

Applications

• High-Density Server Configurations: Ideal for rack servers and data center equipment where space optimization and upward-angled cable management are critical
• GPU Extension Solutions: Perfect for workstations, mining operations, and AI computing systems requiring flexible graphics card placement with secure connections
• Storage System Expansion: Enables connection of storage controllers and RAID cards in enterprise storage environments with optimized cable routing
• Test and Development Laboratories: Essential for validation environments requiring flexible PCIe card positioning and frequent device swapping with secure locking
• Industrial Computing Systems: Suitable for industrial automation and control systems where reliable connections and specific orientations are required
• Broadcast and Media Production: Supports high-performance video processing and capture cards in professional media environments
• Network Appliance Expansion: Facilitates addition of network interface cards and security processors in networking equipment
• Custom PC Builds: Enables creative system configurations and upgrades for enthusiasts and professional users requiring specific connector orientations and secure mounting