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.5m SFF-8643 to four SATA breakout cable with angled plugs

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK Mini SAS SFF-8643 to 4 SATA Cable .5m 1.6ft

SKU CH-VGQD-R1DFN

Connects a Mini SAS HD controller to four SATA drives using a .5m target-angle breakout cable for tight server chassis

  • Connect RAID controller to four SATA drives via single SFF-8643 port
  • Target-angle SATA plugs prevent sharp bends in tight server chassis
  • Multi-layer shielding cuts electromagnetic interference for stable data transfer
  • Integrated breakout design keeps internal wiring neat and organised
  • 5 m length suits compact 1U or 2U storage builds

Target-Angle Breakout Cable

This 0.5m Mini SAS SFF-8643 to four SATA cable connects a RAID controller or HBA to multiple SATA drives in servers and NAS builds. The target-angle SATA plugs fit tight chassis layouts and relieve stress on drive ports. It is built for internal storage wiring where space is limited. Separate power cables are required to run the drives.

Shielded Signal Integrity

Multi-layer shielding reduces electromagnetic interference and signal loss during data transmission. The design supports consistent high-speed storage performance across all four channels. The integrated cable bundle keeps internal routing tidy and airflow clear. No active cooling or power draw is involved.

Space-Saving Connector Geometry

The angled SATA ends prevent sharp bends that can damage ports or conductors in dense drive cages. This geometry suits hot-swap bays and compact server enclosures. Buyers who need straight SATA plugs or longer reach for full-tower layouts should choose a different cable style.

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Price $11.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I plug the SFF-8643 end into a RAID controller without bending the cable?

Align the SFF-8643 connector with the controller port and push straight in; the target-angle SATA plugs on the drive side let the cable run flat against the chassis so the .5 m length reaches cleanly.

What will I need to replace first if I rebuild the array later?

The cable itself is passive wiring; only the SATA power leads from your PSU wear out and need swapping when drives are changed.

At what point does signal quality limit drive speed on a full four-drive RAID?

Multi-layer shielding keeps the SFF-8643 link clean up to the controller’s rated SAS lane speed, so the first limit is the controller or drive spec, not the .5 m cable.

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