PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe Key-M Male to Mini PCIe Female Extension Cable

The PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe Key-M Male to Mini PCIe Female Extension Cable is a specialized interface conversion solution designed to bridge modern M.2 interfaces with legacy Mini PCIe expansion slots. This cable enables the connection of Mini PCIe form factor devices to the high-speed PCIe 4.0 lanes available from a standard M.2 Key-M slot on a motherboard. It is engineered to provide reliable signal integrity while offering flexibility for system integrators, developers, and hobbyists who need to utilize Mini PCIe cards in contemporary computing platforms that lack native Mini PCIe support.

Features

• Interface Conversion: Connects a modern M.2 Key-M host slot to a legacy Mini PCIe device.
• PCIe 4.0 Capable: Supports data rates up to 16 GT/s on the host interface.
• Legacy Device Support: Enables the use of Mini PCIe cards like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE, and SSD controllers.
• Signal Integrity: Designed with controlled impedance to maintain signal quality at high speeds.
• Compact Form Factor: Ideal for space-constrained applications where internal expansion is limited.
• Secure Connection: Robust connectors ensure a stable and reliable link.

Specifications

• Product Model: PCIe 4.0 M.2 to Mini PCIe Extension Cable
• Host Connector: M.2 Key-M Male (PCIe 4.0)
• Target Connector: Mini PCIe Female (52-pin)
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x1 or x2 lane configuration (depending on card and host support)
• Data Rate: Up to 16 GT/s per lane
• Supported Protocols: PCI Express 4.0, backward compatible with PCIe 3.0/2.0
• Cable Type: Flexible shielded cable
• Cable Length: 15cm, 25cm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Impedance: 85 ohms ±10%
• Durability: Connectors rated for 1,500 mating cycles

Applications

• Legacy Device Integration: Connecting Mini PCIe Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cellular modems to modern motherboards.
• Prototyping and Development: Testing and validating Mini PCIe cards in systems without native slots.
• Embedded Systems: Used in industrial PCs, kiosks, and custom embedded solutions requiring specific Mini PCIe expansions.
• Retrofit Solutions: Upgrading or repurposing older Mini PCIe components in new system builds.
• Hobbyist Projects: Enabling custom computing projects that interface M.2 and Mini PCIe standards.
• OEM Applications: For system integrators needing a specific interface conversion not provided on the motherboard.