Nippon Labs
Nippon Labs SATA-FM SATA 15 Pin male to Molex 4 pin female hard drive adapter
Converts a SATA 15-pin power connector to a Molex 4-pin female socket for powering compatible drives
- Changer TypeSATA
- SpecificationsSATA 15 Pin male to Molex 4 pin female adaptor Easy migratio
- FeaturesThis cable adapter converts a molex 4-pin female to SATA pow
- Converts SATA power to Molex for legacy device compatibility
- 15-pin male to 4-pin female connector ensures secure fit
- 7-inch cable length allows flexible routing inside cases
- Supports SATA I and SATA II hard drives for broad usability
- New condition guarantees reliable performance out of the box
Purpose and fit
This adapter connects a SATA 15-pin male power source to a Molex 4-pin female device, letting older drives or peripherals draw power from a modern SATA supply. It suits builders integrating legacy storage into newer chassis without replacing the power supply unit.
Behaviour under load
The passive cable carries current directly between the two connector standards, so sustained delivery depends entirely on the host power supply and the attached device’s draw. No active regulation or voltage conversion is present, making thermal performance a function of wire gauge and contact resistance alone.
Upgrade path and limits
It replaces the need for a dedicated Molex rail on the power supply when only SATA connectors remain free. The jump is worthwhile when adding a single legacy drive or fan controller, but it cannot supply additional independent rails or higher total wattage than the source connector allows.
Highlights
- Converts SATA power to Molex for legacy device compatibility
- 15-pin male to 4-pin female connector ensures secure fit
- 7-inch cable length allows flexible routing inside cases
- Supports SATA I and SATA II hard drives for broad usability
- New condition guarantees reliable performance out of the box
Specifications
| Brand | Nippon Labs |
|---|---|
| Model | SATA-FM |
| Changer Type | SATA |
| Specifications | SATA 15 Pin male to Molex 4 pin female adaptor Easy migration to SATA power Convert an existing SATA power connector to molex power connector |
| Features | This cable adapter converts a molex 4-pin female to SATA power connector for powering your SATA hard drives. |
| Shipping weight | 0.01 kg |
| Package size | 51 × 43 × 18 mm |
Questions about this item
Does the 15-pin SATA connector on this Nippon Labs adapter generate extra heat when powering a drive continuously?
The adapter is a passive cable with no active components, so it adds no measurable heat beyond the normal current draw of the connected SATA drive.
What existing power connector must my PSU provide for this SATA-FM adapter to work?
Your power supply needs a free Molex 4-pin female connector; the adapter plugs into that and presents a SATA 15-pin male plug for the drive.
Will this adapter let me power a SATA I or SATA II hard drive from an older Molex-only power supply?
Yes, the 7-inch cable converts a legacy Molex 4-pin female into a SATA 15-pin male connector, enabling SATA I and SATA II drives on older PSUs.
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