External Mini SAS SFF-8088 26P to 4 SATA 7P Female Cable

The External Mini SAS SFF-8088 26P to 4 SATA 7P Female Cable is a specialized breakout solution designed for enterprise storage environments requiring flexible connectivity between SAS hosts and SATA devices. This cable efficiently converts a single External Mini SAS SFF-8088 host interface into four standard SATA 7-pin female ports, providing versatile adapter functionality for various storage configurations. Engineered with female SATA connectors, this cable enables direct attachment of standard SATA cables, offering extended reach and flexible positioning in dense server racks and storage arrays. The solution maintains excellent signal integrity while supporting high-speed data transmission between SAS controllers and SATA storage devices, making it ideal for data center infrastructure and storage expansion projects.

Features

• Adapter-Friendly Design: Four female SATA ports enable flexible cable connections and extensions
• High-Density Breakout: Converts one Mini SAS SFF-8088 port to four individual SATA 7-pin female ports
• High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports data rates up to 6 Gbps per port (SAS 2.0, SATA 3.0)
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with optimized impedance matching and reduced crosstalk
• Secure External Connection: Screw-down locking mechanism on SAS connector ensures vibration-resistant mating
• Extended Connectivity: Female SATA ports allow for additional cable extensions and flexible positioning
• Flexible Protocol Support: Compatible with SAS 2.0 and SATA 3.0 protocols
• Robust Construction: External-grade cable with comprehensive EMI/RFI protection

Specifications

• Product Model: External Mini SAS to 4x SATA Female Cable
• Host Connector: External Mini SAS SFF-8088, 26-Position, Male, with Locking Screws
• Device Connectors: 4x SATA 7-pin, Female
• Data Rate Support: Up to 6 Gbps per port (SAS 2.0, SATA 3.0)
• Supported Protocols: SAS 2.0/1.0, SATA 3.0
• Cable Type: External Grade, Round Cable
• Wire Gauge: 30 AWG
• Impedance: 100? ±10%
• Shielding: Individual pair shielding with overall braid protection
• Cable Length: 0.5m, 1.0m, 2.0m, 3.0m
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C
• Durability Rating: 3,000 mating cycles (SAS), 5,000 mating cycles (SATA)
• Minimum Bend Radius: 50mm

Applications

• Storage Array Expansion: Ideal for connecting external SAS hosts to multiple SATA drive enclosures
• Data Center Infrastructure: Suitable for complex storage setups requiring female adapter connections
• Server Upgrade Projects: Enabling integration of new SAS servers with existing SATA storage systems
• Test and Development Environments: Useful for laboratory setups requiring flexible cable configurations
• Backup Systems: Perfect for connecting backup servers to external SATA storage arrays
• OEM Solutions: Designed for system integrators needing female SATA port connectivity
• Disaster Recovery Setup: Facilitating data replication between systems with different interface requirements
• Broadcast and Media Systems: Ideal for video storage systems requiring extended cable reach and flexible positioning