PCIe 4.0 x8 Male to x8 Female Extension Cable, 85-ohm Low Impedance

The PCIe 4.0 x8 Male to x8 Female Extension Cable is a high-performance interconnect solution designed for expanding PCI Express connectivity in modern computing systems. This cable provides a reliable electrical pathway from a motherboard's PCIe 4.0 x8 slot to a peripheral device, maintaining signal integrity while offering flexible installation options. Engineered with precise 85-ohm low impedance characteristics, this extension solution is ideal for storage controllers, network adapters, and various high-speed devices requiring stable PCIe 4.0 performance in extended configurations across enterprise, data center, and high-performance computing environments.

Features

• Full PCIe 4.0 Compliance: Supports data transfer rates up to 16 GT/s per lane, delivering total bandwidth of 128 Gbps while maintaining backward compatibility with PCIe 3.0 devices
• Precision Impedance Matching: 85-ohm 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
• Secure Connection Design: High-quality connectors with gold-plated contacts and secure latching mechanisms ensure reliable mating and vibration resistance
• Universal Compatibility: Matched x8 interface maintains consistent electrical configuration suitable for various PCIe 4.0 devices
• Flexible Application Support: Suitable for storage controllers, network adapters, and specialized computing cards in diverse environments
• Robust Construction: Durable cable jacket and strain relief features provide long-term reliability in continuous operation

Specifications

• Host Connector: PCI Express 4.0 x8 Male
• Target Connector: PCIe x8 Female
• Supported Standard: PCI-SIG PCIe 4.0 Base Specification
• Data Rate: 16.0 GT/s per lane
• Total Bandwidth: 128 Gbps (x8 lanes)
• Characteristic Impedance: 85? ±5%
• Cable Type: Shielded twisted pair with overall braid protection
• Cable Length: 250mm, 300mm, 500mm 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

• Enterprise Server Systems: Ideal for rack servers requiring extended PCIe connectivity between system components
• Data Center Infrastructure: Perfect for hyperscale environments needing high-speed extension between servers and peripheral devices
• Storage Array Expansion: Enables flexible connection of storage controllers and RAID cards in enterprise storage environments
• High-Performance Computing: Supports computational workloads requiring maximum PCIe 4.0 bandwidth with reliable extension
• Test and Development Environments: Essential for hardware validation labs requiring flexible device positioning and signal integrity testing
• Industrial Computing Systems: Suitable for industrial automation equipment requiring reliable PCIe extension in controlled environments
• Telecommunications Equipment: Supports network infrastructure requiring high-speed connectivity between system components
• Custom Computing Solutions: Provides flexibility for unique system configurations and specialized computing applications