M.2 NVMe Male to PCIe 5.0 x4 Female Extension Cable

The M.2 NVMe Male to PCIe 5.0 x4 Female Extension Cable is a high-performance passive interconnect solution engineered for full-bandwidth PCIe 5.0 extension applications . This cable maintains all 4 PCIe lanes while supporting a data transfer rate of up to 32 GT/s per lane, delivering a total theoretical bandwidth of approximately 128 Gbps without lane reduction . Designed with precision impedance-controlled pathways, it ensures optimal signal integrity and minimal signal degradation for high-speed data transmission . The cable features a low-loss construction with multi-layer EMI shielding to preserve signal quality in electrically noisy environments . Its flexible cable structure facilitates easy routing in space-constrained configurations, making it ideal for high-density servers and custom computing systems where maximum PCIe 5.0 performance is required .  

Features  

• Full x4 lane support: Maintains complete 4-lane connectivity supporting PCIe 5.0 bandwidth up to 32 GT/s per lane for high-performance NVMe SSDs and storage devices  
• High-speed performance: Supports PCIe 5.0 specifications with 32 GT/s per lane data transfer rate, doubling the bandwidth of previous PCIe 4.0 generation  
• Enhanced signal integrity: Utilizes low-loss dielectric materials and multi-layer EMI shielding to minimize insertion loss, crosstalk, and electromagnetic interference at extreme frequencies  
• Precision engineering: Features impedance-controlled pathways to maintain signal integrity and timing accuracy across the entire cable assembly  
• Flexible routing design: High-quality cable construction allows for easy installation in confined spaces and complex chassis layouts  
• Robust construction: Reinforced connectors with gold-plated contacts ensure reliable connectivity and long-term durability through multiple mating cycles  
• Backward compatibility: Fully supports previous PCIe generations including 4.0, 3.0, and 2.0 devices, providing broad system compatibility  

Specifications  

• Product Model: M.2 NVMe Male to PCIe 5.0 x4 Female Extension Cable  
• Host Connector: M.2 NVMe, Male (Key M)  
• Device Connector: PCIe 5.0 x4, Female, Standard Orientation  
• Cable Type: Passive Copper Extension Assembly  
• Pinout Configuration: PCIe-compliant 1:1 lane mapping  
• Data Rate Support: Up to 32 GT/s (PCIe 5.0)  
• Supported Protocols: PCI Express 5.0/4.0/3.0/2.0  
• Impedance: 85 ohms differential (precision controlled for PCIe 5.0 requirements)  
• Cable Length: 150mm, 200mm, 250mm standard options  
• Wire Gauge: 30-32 AWG  
• Shielding: Multi-layer foil and braid with comprehensive EMI protection  
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +85°C  
• Durability: Minimum 100 insertion cycles  
• Safety Standards: RoHS compliant  

Applications  

• High-performance workstations: Ideal for content creation systems and advanced computing where maximum PCIe 5.0 bandwidth is required for data-intensive applications  
• Data center infrastructure: Enables flexible card placement in rack-mounted servers and storage systems requiring full PCIe 5.0 bandwidth utilization  
• AI and machine learning systems: Provides necessary high-speed data throughput for deep learning models and real-time inference processing  
• Storage solutions: Allows implementation of additional storage controllers and expansion cards through M.2 to PCIe conversion in compact systems  
• Test and development: Facilitates testing and validation of PCIe 5.0 devices using M.2 NVMe slots in laboratory environments  
• Custom computing: Provides flexible expansion capabilities for custom computing solutions and specialized hardware configurations  
• High-performance cloud computing: Accelerates virtual machine storage and maximizes data center efficiency for demanding cloud applications