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Black SATA cable, 18 inches long, male-to-male connectors with locking latches

Monoprice 108778 SATA 6Gbps cable 18 inch locking latch black

SKU CH-KCYV-ERQHX

An 18-inch SATA cable with locking latches rated for 6 Gbps data transfer

  • Rated speed6 Gbit/s
  • Connector count7
  • Connector detailsSata Cable
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • Cable shieldingData Transfer
  • Product typeSATA
  • 6 Gbps certified speed for fast data transfer
  • Locking latch prevents loose connections from vibration
  • 18 inch length suits compact internal builds
  • Straight male-to-male connectors for direct drive links
  • Monoprice lifetime warranty backs cable reliability

Monoprice 108778 SATA 6Gbps cable

This 18 inch internal cable connects SATA drives to host controllers at up to 6 Gbps. It suits builders assembling or upgrading systems that use the SATA interface. The male-to-male connectors fit standard drive and motherboard ports. Locking latches on both ends prevent accidental disconnection during handling.

Sustained data transfer at certified 6 Gbps

Monoprice certifies this cable for the full SATA 6 Gbps specification when paired with equivalent devices and controllers. Higher revision speeds demand tighter tolerances and better materials than earlier generations. The construction supports consistent throughput under continuous read or write workloads. Signal integrity is maintained across the cable length without the degradation seen in lower-grade leads.

Straight locking connectors for vibration resistance

Each end features a straight connector with an integrated locking latch that secures the link against movement or vibration. The latch engages positively with the port and releases only when pressed. Black jacket colour aids cable identification inside a crowded chassis. Rugged build quality aligns with Monoprice lifetime warranty coverage on cables.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name108778
Product typeSATA
Product colorLocking Latch
Performance
Rated speed6 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connector count7
Connector detailsSata Cable
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Cable shieldingData Transfer

Questions about this item

Does the 18 inch SATA cable generate any heat or noise when running continuously?

The cable is a passive copper assembly with no active components, so it produces no noise and negligible heat during all-day operation.

What SATA host port and drive connector must already be present for the locking latch to engage?

You need a standard 7-pin SATA 6 Gbps port on the motherboard or controller and a matching 7-pin SATA connector on the drive or backplane.

Will the straight locking-latch connectors fit alongside older SATA 3 Gbps drives in the same chassis?

Yes, the connectors are physically identical to earlier SATA revisions and seat in the same ports, while the latch simply prevents vibration disconnects.

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