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Red 18-inch latching SATA cable with straight male connectors on both ends

STARTECH

STARTECH LSATA18 18in latching SATA cable M/M red

SKU CH-WYNQ-0QZW2 MPN LSATA18

18-inch latching SATA cable connects two drives with a secure red connector rated for 300 MB/s

  • Cable length1.5 ft (0.46 m)
  • Connector count2
  • Product typeCable Connectors
  • Product colorRed
  • Overall length18 in (45.7 cm)
  • DetailsConnectors: Latching SATA to Latching SATA Data Male to Male

Cable Length 18 in.

  • Latching connectors prevent accidental disconnection during drive swaps
  • 18-inch length fits tight chassis without cable clutter
  • Red colour simplifies cable identification in dense builds
  • Serial ATA II compliance supports 300 MB/s transfer rates
  • Two male-to-male ends connect drive directly to motherboard

18-inch latching SATA cable

The StarTech LSATA18 is a red 18-inch data cable with latching SATA connectors on both ends. It suits builders who need a secure internal connection for a hard drive or SSD in a desktop or server chassis. The latching design resists accidental unplugging during transport or vibration. This cable is not for buyers who need an external eSATA link or a right-angled connector for tight clearance.

Sustained transfer at Serial ATA II speeds

The cable complies with Serial ATA II specifications and supports a fast data transfer rate of up to 300 MB/Sec. Under continuous read or write workloads the latching connectors maintain signal integrity without the signal dropouts that loose friction-fit plugs can cause. The 1.5 ft length keeps routing tidy while avoiding the excess slack that can impede airflow in a crowded drive cage.

Verify motherboard ports

Check that both the host controller and the target drive present standard straight SATA data ports; the cable does not adapt to slimline or micro connectors. Confirm the 18-inch reach matches the distance between your motherboard SATA header and the drive bay. Buyers who need a longer run or a different connector orientation should select another part.

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Price $11.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameLSATA18
Product typeCable Connectors
Product colorRed
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Size & build
Overall length18 in (45.7 cm)
Cable length1.5 ft (0.46 m)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size152 × 152 × 23 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the latching SATA cable generate any heat or noise during continuous all-day operation?

No, the LSATA18 is a passive cable with no active components, so it produces no heat or noise regardless of how long it runs.

What existing drive and motherboard connectors are required for this male-to-male latching SATA cable to function?

You need two devices — such as a hard drive and a motherboard — each equipped with a standard SATA data port to accept the latching male connectors.

Will this Serial ATA II compliant cable work reliably with older SATA I hard drives I already own?

Yes, the cable meets the Serial ATA II specification and is fully compatible with earlier SATA devices, supporting transfer rates up to 300 MB/sec.

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