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Black braided Y-cable with 8-pin PCIe plug splitting to two 4-pin Molex sockets

Vszerda

Vszerda 8-Pin PCIe to Dual 4-Pin Molex Power Cable 2-Pack 18cm 180W

SKU CH-SFQZ-2517B

Converts an 8-pin PCIe graphics card connector to dual 4-pin Molex plugs for power supply compatibility

  • Rated speedBraided
  • Connector count8
  • Connector genderMale-to-Female
  • Product typePCIe, Braided
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsBraided, 8, Black
  • Powers 8-pin GPU from two Molex connectors
  • 18 cm length fits compact builds neatly
  • 18 AWG pure copper handles 180 W safely
  • Braided sleeve protects wires from abrasion
  • Two cables included for multi-GPU setups

PCIe 8-Pin to Dual Molex Adapter

This 18 cm braided cable converts an 8-pin PCIe graphics-card connector into two 4-pin Molex plugs. It lets builders power a GPU from a supply that lacks native PCIe leads. The two-pack covers SLI or CrossFire setups and provides a spare for future upgrades.

Replaces missing native PCIe power

Use it when a power supply has spare Molex connectors but no 8-pin PCIe output. The adapter is worth the jump if the PSU can deliver the card's full wattage through its 12 V rail; otherwise the GPU will throttle or shut down under load.

Sustained-load behaviour

Rated for 180 W maximum continuous draw through 18 AWG pure-copper conductors. The short 18 cm length minimises voltage drop during extended gaming or compute sessions. Braided sleeving resists abrasion inside tight cases, keeping contact resistance stable over time.

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Price $14.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGGZZ
Product typePCIe, Braided
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speedBraided
Ports & slots
Connector count8
Connector genderMale-to-Female

Questions about this item

How much clearance does the 18 cm braided cable need behind the graphics card?

The cable is 18 cm long with a braided sleeve, so allow roughly that distance plus the PCIe 8-pin plug depth behind the card for a clean bend.

Which connector should be seated first when installing the Y-splitter, and what is the common mistake?

Plug the two Molex 4-pin connectors into the power supply first, then attach the PCIe 8-pin to the graphics card; the common mistake is forcing the PCIe end before the Molex ends are fully latched.

How often should the 18 AWG copper conductors be inspected or replaced under normal use?

Inspect the braided sleeve and connector pins every 12 months; replace the cable if you see melted plastic, discoloured pins, or frayed braid, otherwise the 18 AWG copper is rated for the 180 W limit continuously.

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