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UV Blue SATA III cable, two feet long, flexible rubber sleeving, locking latch connectors

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs SATA3L-2FT-BU SATA III cable 2 ft UV Blue

SKU CH-D5J5-M8ZGD MPN SATA3L-2FT-BU

Connects SSD or HDD storage with a 2 ft SATA III cable featuring locking latches, 6 Gb/s support and UV Blue sleeving

  • Cable length2 ft (0.61 m)
  • Connector count2
  • Product typeSATA III
  • Product colorUV Blue
  • Overall length2 ft (0.61 m)
  • Key featuresSupported SATA 6 Gb/s technology Backward compatible with 3
  • SATA 6 Gb/s speed for fast data transfers
  • Backward compatible with 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s drives
  • Locking latch secures connections during use
  • Flexible rubber sleeving bends easily for tight builds
  • UV Blue colour aids cable identification

Cable Purpose

This SATA III cable connects a desktop motherboard to a 2.5-inch SSD or 3.5-inch hard drive using a 2 ft run. The locking latch secures each end so the link stays firm during case moves or vibration. It is not suited for builders who need longer reach across a full-tower chassis or external eSATA enclosures.

Thermals and Power

The cable carries only signalling current, so it adds no measurable heat or noise to the system. Its flexible rubber sleeving bends around tight routing paths without kinking and draws no extra power from the supply. RoHS compliance confirms the materials meet restricted-substance limits.

Sustained Behaviour

Backward compatibility with 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s devices lets the link negotiate the highest speed both ends support during continuous transfers. The locking mechanism resists accidental unplugging even after repeated hot-plug cycles. No active electronics means performance does not degrade over long copy sessions.

How it compares

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Price $24.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model nameSATA3L-2 ft-BU
Product typeSATA III
Product colorUV Blue
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Size & build
Overall length2 ft (0.61 m)
Cable length2 ft (0.61 m)
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size150 × 64 × 23 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the SATA III cable with its locking latch without damaging the port?

Align the connector with the SATA port on the motherboard or drive, push straight in until the latch clicks, and avoid angling the plug which can bend the delicate pins.

Will the UV Blue rubber sleeving degrade or need replacement over time?

The durable flexible rubber sleeving resists cracking from repeated bending and twisting, so the cable itself does not require scheduled replacement under normal desktop use.

At what point does the 6 Gb/s transfer limit appear during sustained heavy writes?

The cable supports SATA 6 Gb/s technology and is backward compatible with 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s, so the interface ceiling is reached only when the connected SSD or HDD saturates its own maximum throughput.

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