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Short UV-red SATA cable with locking straight connectors on both ends

EN-Labs

EN-Labs SATA III 6" Locking Data Cable UV Red

SKU CH-SAFG-JT2JZ

A 6-inch SATA III data cable with locking latches for secure drive connections up to 6.0 Gbps

  • Connector count2
  • Connector details1 x SATA to 1 x SATA
  • Connector genderFemale to Female
  • Conductor typeCopper Conductor
  • Cable length6 in (15.2 cm)
  • Product typeSATA III
  • Secure latch prevents accidental disconnection in tight builds
  • 6 Gbps SATA III throughput for fast drive performance
  • 26 AWG tinned copper conductors with shielding for signal integrity
  • 6 inch length reduces cable clutter inside the case
  • UL listed and RoHS compliant for safety and environmental standards

What it is

This 6-inch SATA III data cable connects a drive to a motherboard or host controller. The straight 7-pin connectors each have a locking latch for a secure fit. It is built with 26AWG tinned copper conductors and shielding. The cable supports SATA revision III up to 6.0 Gbps and is backward compatible with SATA I and II ports. It is UL listed and RoHS compliant.

The deciding spec

The critical detail is the 6-inch length between connectors. This short reach is designed for drives mounted close to the SATA port, such as in tight chassis or stacked drive cages. If the drive bay sits farther away, this cable will not span the distance. Measure the routing path before ordering to ensure the 180-degree straight ends align without strain.

Capacity and headroom

The cable carries the full SATA III 6.0 Gbps signal, so it handles modern SSDs and HDDs at their rated interface speed. Actual throughput is limited by the connected drive and controller, not the cable itself. It provides no extra length for cable management loops or routing behind motherboard trays. Builders needing longer runs or angled connectors for awkward ports should choose a different cable.

How it compares

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Price $5.99
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Specifications

Product
Product typeSATA III
Design styleStraight
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Connector details1 x SATA to 1 x SATA
Connector genderFemale to Female
Size & build
Overall length6 in - 10 in
Cable shieldingYes
Conductor typeCopper Conductor
Cable length6 in (15.2 cm)

Questions about this item

What does the 6.0 Gbps rating mean once the cable is installed?

The cable supports SATA revision III up to 6 Gbps, but actual transfer speed is limited by the drive and controller you connect it to.

Which SATA standard does the cable use and what does that cap in practice?

It uses the SATA III interface with 7-pin latching connectors, supporting up to 6 Gbps and remaining backwards compatible with SATA I and II ports.

What physical space and mounting does the 6-inch straight cable need?

The 6-inch length fits tight internal spaces, and each straight connector has a latch that locks into standard 7-pin SATA ports on drives and motherboards.

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