Description
Connects a SlimSAS 8i port on an HBA/RAID or motherboard to a chassis backplane or device with SlimSAS 8i. Four differential lanes deliver high‑speed SAS signaling; also suitable for PCIe Gen3 x4 where supported. Internal use only; not a breakout or adapter.
Specifications
- Interface: SlimSAS 8i (SFF‑8654, 38‑pin) plug to plug, straight
- Lanes/Impedance: 4 lanes (x4), 100 Ω differential
- Data rate: up to 24G SAS per lane (SAS‑4); backward compatible with 12G/6G. PCIe Gen3 x4 capable when host/device support it
- Mechanical: ≥250 mating cycles; insertion force ≤55.5 N; pull‑out ≤49 N
- Electrical: ≤80 mΩ contact resistance; ≥10 MΩ insulation resistance; 30 VDC per contact; 300 V withstand
- Use cases: Controller↔backplane links in servers, data‑storage, workstations
- Notes: Not SFF‑8643/8644 compatible; not a reverse‑breakout