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Black PCIe riser cable with x1 to x16 board, 60cm USB 3.0 link, SATA power connectors

EN-Labs

EN-Labs PCIe 1X to 16X Riser Cable 60cm USB 3.0 SATA Power

SKU CH-3SWM-DSE14

Extends a PCIe x1 slot to x16 over a 60 cm USB 3.0 cable with SATA, Molex and 6-pin power options and four solid capacitors

  • Product colorBlack
  • Key featuresThe perfect solution for setting up Ethereum mining rigs, wh

Style 1-Pack

  • Extends GPU reach with 60 cm USB 3.0 cable
  • Four solid capacitors ensure stable power delivery
  • On-board SATA, Molex and 6-pin power inputs reduce motherboard load
  • Plug-and-play design requires no driver installation
  • Four mounting holes secure the x16 connector for tidy rig builds

PCIe 1X to 16X Riser for Mining Rigs

The EN-Labs riser converts a single PCIe lane into a full x16 slot using a 60 cm USB 3.0 cable. It targets builders assembling Ethereum mining rigs, whether open-air frames or rack-mounted systems. Four solid capacitors and onboard voltage regulation with a surface-mounted fuse protect the graphics card from overcurrent events. No drivers are required for operation.

Thermals and Power Delivery

The board integrates Molex 4-pin, SATA and 6-pin PCIe power inputs so only one connection to the power supply is needed. This arrangement moves the GPU power draw off the motherboard and reduces strain on the primary slot. The thin USB 3.0 cable allows flexible placement of cards for better airflow around each GPU. The fixed board includes four mounting holes for secure installation.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under continuous mining loads the onboard capacitors and voltage regulators maintain stable power delivery across the extended link. The fuse protects the system if a short circuit occurs during prolonged operation. The USB 3.0 connection supports the data rates required for constant hashing without throttling. Builders must use only one power input at a time to avoid damage.

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Brand nameEN-Labs
Product colorBlack

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Questions about this item

How do I install the riser card into a PCIe x1 slot and which power connector should I use?

Insert the PCIe x1 end into any x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot on the motherboard, then connect only one of the Molex 4-pin, SATA or 6-pin PCIe power inputs on the board; plugging in more than one at the same time is not allowed.

What maintenance will the four solid capacitors on the riser board need over time?

The four solid capacitors are rated for long service life and normally require no scheduled maintenance; if a capacitor ever bulges or leaks, replace the entire riser card.

What is the first limit I will hit when running a GPU continuously through the 60 cm USB 3.0 link?

The 60 cm USB 3.0 cable caps sustained data throughput at the USB 3.0 specification, so bandwidth saturation appears before thermal or power limits on the riser itself.

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