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Ruth's sister 0573 PCIe 1x to 16x Flexible Flat Extension Cable

SKU CH-SBBJ-Z1VYV

Extends a PCIe 1x slot to a 16x slot with a flexible flat cable compliant to specification 1.0

  • Extends a PCIe 1x slot to 16x for flexible GPU placement
  • PCI Express 1.0 compliant for broad motherboard compatibility
  • Gold-plated contacts ensure reliable conductivity and long service life
  • Flat ribbon design fits tight 1U and 2U rackmount chassis
  • Driver-free installation requires no software configuration

1x to 16x PCIe extension for compact chassis

This flexible flat cable extends a motherboard PCIe 1x slot into a 16x mechanical slot. It follows the PCI Express 1.0 specification and uses gold-plated contacts for reliable conductivity. The riser is intended for 1U or 2U rackmount enclosures where full-length cards cannot fit directly. No drivers are required for operation.

Replaces rigid risers in space-constrained builds

Standard rigid risers often block airflow or cannot route around tight drive cages in shallow rackmount cases. The flat ribbon design allows sharp bends so the add-in card can sit parallel to the motherboard or in an adjacent bay. The upgrade is worth it when the chassis depth prevents a straight 16x card installation and a flexible path solves the clearance issue.

Suits integrators building 1U

Builders who need to install a 16x form-factor GPU, capture card, or NIC in a shallow rackmount chassis will benefit from the adaptable routing. Buyers without professional assembly experience should look elsewhere because the product demands careful handling and routing knowledge. Systems requiring PCIe specifications newer than 1.0 are not supported by this cable.

Highlights

  • Extends a PCIe 1x slot to 16x for flexible GPU placement
  • PCI Express 1.0 compliant for broad motherboard compatibility
  • Gold-plated contacts ensure reliable conductivity and long service life
  • Flat ribbon design fits tight 1U and 2U rackmount chassis
  • Driver-free installation requires no software configuration

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the 16x connector clear a 1U or 2U rackmount chassis?

The flexible flat ribbon is designed to fit 1U and 2U rackmount chassis, letting the 16x slot extend out of a 1x motherboard slot in tight server enclosures.

Which side of the gold-plated contacts faces the motherboard during installation?

Align the keyed 1x plug with the motherboard slot so the gold contacts face down; the ribbon only inserts one way, and forcing it backwards is the common mistake.

How often should the gold-plated contacts be cleaned to maintain conductivity?

Wipe the gold contacts with a lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol whenever the system is opened or if intermittent detection occurs; no scheduled interval is required.

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