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8-inch SATA cable with straight and right-angle latching connectors

SATAGear

SATAGear SSL-02MSR SATA cable straight to right angle 8in

SKU CH-5RN6-D2Y9S

Latching SATA cable with straight and right-angle connectors supports 6 Gbps data rate

  • 6 Gbps signal rate for fast data transfer
  • Auto-releasable latches protect ports from accidental pulls
  • Straight-to-right-angle design fits tight drive bays
  • Hot-plug support allows drive swaps without shutdown
  • Compatible with all SATA HDD form factors and ATAPI devices

Straight-to-right-angle SATA cable for tight builds

This 8-inch SATA cable connects a straight port to a right-angle plug, making it useful in cramped chassis or behind stacked drives. The auto-releasing latch locks securely but disengages if the cable is tugged, protecting both the header and the cable. It supports the 6 Gbps SATA data rate and is hot-plug enabled for drive swaps without powering down. Lengths in the same series range from 4 inch up to 40 inch.

Replaces standard non-latching SATA leads that can

The latching mechanism is the upgrade over ordinary friction-fit cables, especially in systems that move or vibrate. It is worth the switch when a drive bay is hard to reach or when cables route past heavy components that might snag them. The straight-to-right-angle orientation solves clearance issues that a straight-to-straight cable cannot. Builders who need left-angle or straight-to-straight variants should look for the matching part numbers in the same range.

Maintains signal integrity during continuous drive

The cable is rated for the full 6 Gbps SATA throughput, so sustained sequential reads and writes from HDDs, SSDs or ATAPI optical drives run without degradation. Latch retention stays firm under thermal cycling and vibration, preventing intermittent disconnects that can corrupt transfers. Hot-plug support means the connection survives insertion and removal cycles while the system is running. No active electronics are present, so there is no thermal throttle or latency penalty under load.

Highlights

  • 6 Gbps signal rate for fast data transfer
  • Auto-releasable latches protect ports from accidental pulls
  • Straight-to-right-angle design fits tight drive bays
  • Hot-plug support allows drive swaps without shutdown
  • Compatible with all SATA HDD form factors and ATAPI devices

Specifications

ModelSSL-02MSR

Questions about this item

Does the right-angle connector need a specific clearance behind the drive?

The right-angle end bends toward the cable, so allow enough depth for the 8in cable to route without sharp bends; the straight end plugs into the motherboard header normally.

How do I release the auto-releasable latch without damaging the port?

Press the latch tab inward while pulling the connector straight out; the mechanism disengages before any force reaches the SATA header pins.

When should I replace this cable in a desktop storage setup?

Replace it if the latch no longer clicks securely, if the cable jacket shows kinks or cuts, or if intermittent drive detection appears after ruling out the drive itself.

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