PCIe 4.0 x8 Male to x4 Female Up R/A Extension Cable

The PCIe 4.0 x8 Male to x4 Female Up R/A Extension Cable is a high-performance interconnect solution designed for modern computing environments requiring flexible PCIe slot configuration with upward-oriented connector. This cable provides a reliable electrical pathway from a motherboard's PCIe 4.0 x8 slot to a x4 peripheral device interface, featuring an Up Right-Angle female connector for superior space efficiency and cable management. Engineered to maintain PCIe 4.0 signal integrity, this extension cable enables versatile system configurations in data center, enterprise, and high-performance computing applications where optimized cable routing and airflow management are critical considerations.

Features

• Asymmetric Lane Configuration: Bridges PCIe 4.0 x8 host interface to x4 device interface, providing flexible connectivity options for various expansion cards
• Up Right-Angle Connector Design: Up R/A female connector facilitates efficient cable routing and improves chassis airflow management in high-density configurations
• Full PCIe 4.0 Performance: Supports data rates up to 16 GT/s per lane, delivering maximum available bandwidth for connected x4 devices
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with controlled impedance ensures stable data transmission without signal degradation at maximum speeds
• Secure Connection System: Robust connectors with reliable mating mechanisms ensure stable operation in various orientations
• Space-Optimized Solution: Upward-angled connector enables clean cable routing and improved accessibility in confined spaces
• Universal Compatibility: Supports connection between x8 host interfaces and x4 peripheral devices across various computing platforms

Specifications

• Host Connector: PCI Express 4.0 x8 Male
• Target Connector: PCIe x4 Female, Up Right-Angle orientation
• Supported Standard: PCI-SIG PCIe 4.0 Base Specification
• Data Rate: 16.0 GT/s per lane (PCIe 4.0)
• 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 Material: Gold-plated phosphor bronze

Applications

• High-Density Server Configurations: Ideal for rack servers and data center equipment where upward-angled connectors optimize space utilization and cable management
• Storage System Expansion: Perfect for connecting x4 storage controllers and RAID cards to x8 motherboard slots in enterprise storage environments
• Test and Development Laboratories: Essential for validation environments requiring flexible PCIe card positioning with upward connector orientation
• Industrial Computing Systems: Suitable for industrial automation and control systems where reliable connections and specific orientations are required
• Network Appliance Integration: Supports network interface cards and security processors in networking equipment requiring upward cable routing
• Embedded Solutions: Provides expansion capabilities for compact embedded systems and single-board computers with space limitations
• Telecommunications Equipment: Facilitates expansion card integration in telecom infrastructure requiring specific connector orientations
• Custom Computing Projects: Enables unique system configurations for specialized applications requiring upward-angled connector orientation