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UV-green 18-inch SATA cable with 90-degree and straight latching connectors

EN-Labs

EN-Labs 18 inch SATA III 90 to 180 degree latch cable UV Green

SKU CH-Z46K-GW239

An 18-inch SATA III cable with a 90-to-180-degree latching connector for secure drive connections in tight spaces

  • Cable length18 in (45.7 cm)
  • Connector count2
  • Connector details1 x SATA to 1 x SATA
  • Connector genderFemale to Female
  • Conductor typeCopper Conductor
  • Product typeSATA III
  • 18-inch SATA III cable supports up to 6.0 Gbps data transfer
  • 90-degree to 180-degree angled connectors fit tight chassis spaces
  • Latching straight connector prevents accidental disconnection under vibration
  • 26 AWG tinned copper conductors with shielding ensure signal integrity
  • UL listed and RoHS compliant for safety and environmental standards

18 inch SATA III cable

This 18 inch SATA III data cable connects SATA hard drives or SSDs to a motherboard or host controller. It supports the SATA 6 Gbps specification and remains backwards compatible with older SATA I and II ports. The UV green jacket helps with cable identification inside a case. It suits system builders and IT technicians who need a reliable spare for storage upgrades.

90 to 180 degree latch connectors

One end features a 90 degree angled connector while the other is a straight 180 degree plug with a locking latch. The latch secures the connection in tight spaces where vibration or cramped routing might loosen a standard plug. Installers should verify the 90 degree orientation matches the drive port clearance before routing the cable. The 26AWG tinned copper conductors and shielding maintain signal integrity across the 18 inch run.

6 Gbps headroom and length limits

The cable handles the full SATA III 6.0 Gbps bandwidth, so it will not bottleneck modern SSDs or hard drives. Actual throughput is limited by the speed rating of the connected drive and controller rather than the cable itself. At 18 inches it reaches most internal drive bays but falls short for full-tower routing behind a motherboard tray. Builders needing longer runs or external eSATA connections should choose a different length or connector style.

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Specifications

Product
Product typeSATA III
Design style1 Angle
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Connector details1 x SATA to 1 x SATA
Connector genderFemale to Female
Size & build
Overall length16 in - 20 in
Cable length18 in (45.7 cm)
Cable shieldingYes
Conductor typeCopper Conductor

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the 6 Gbps SATA III link is active after connecting the 18-inch cable?

Check the BIOS or operating-system storage information; it should report a 6 Gbps negotiated speed for the attached drive, showing the cable is operating at its rated capability.

What comes in the package and do I need any extra parts to install it?

The box contains one 18-inch SATA III cable with a 90-degree latching connector on one end and a 180-degree latching connector on the other; no additional components are required for a standard drive-to-motherboard connection.

Which version of this cable should I choose for a tight build where the drive port faces sideways?

Select the 90-degree-to-180-degree variant; the angled end fits snugly against a side-facing drive port while the straight latched end secures to the motherboard.

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