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Short blue external Mini SAS cable with SFF-8088 connectors both ends

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SMUGDESK SFF-8088 to SFF-8088 SAS 2.0 6Gbps cable 0.5m 26-pin 30AWG 100-Ohm

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Connects RAID controllers to external storage enclosures using 26-pin SFF-8088 connectors at 6Gbps with 100-Ohm impedance and 30AWG copper over .5 metre length

  • SAS 2.0 compliant for 6Gbps data throughput
  • 26-pin SFF-8088 connectors with 100-Ohm impedance
  • 30AWG oxygen-free copper ensures stable conductivity
  • 5 meter length reduces cabinet cable clutter
  • Professional-grade build for RAID and storage arrays

SAS 2.0 6Gbps external cable

This 0.5-meter SFF-8088 to SFF-8088 cable connects RAID controllers to external disk enclosures or storage arrays in servers and data centres. It carries the SAS 2.0 protocol at up to 6Gbps through a standard 26-pin Mini SAS interface. The 30AWG oxygen-free copper conductors provide stable conductivity for professional wiring.

Practical limits of the SAS 2.0 interface

The SAS 2.0 standard caps the link at 6Gbps, so this cable cannot carry the higher throughput of later SAS revisions. Its 100-Ohm differential impedance controls crosstalk and signal loss at that speed, but longer runs or denser bundles may still demand active or thicker solutions. The 1.64-foot length keeps the signal path short inside a cabinet.

Deciding specification: 0.5-meter length

The half-metre reach suits only adjacent devices within the same rack shelf or enclosure. Builders who need to span full rack height, cross aisle gaps or route through cable management trays will find the length insufficient. Choose a longer Mini SAS cable when the physical layout demands more slack.

Highlights

  • SAS 2.0 compliant for 6Gbps data throughput
  • 26-pin SFF-8088 connectors with 100-Ohm impedance
  • 30AWG oxygen-free copper ensures stable conductivity
  • 5 meter length reduces cabinet cable clutter
  • Professional-grade build for RAID and storage arrays

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 0.5 m length or a longer cable for my rack?

The 0.5 m length keeps cabinet wiring tidy and avoids blocking airflow; select a longer cable only if the distance between your RAID controller and enclosure exceeds 0.5 m.

What does the 6Gbps rating deliver when the cable is installed?

It provides up to 6Gbps per lane under the SAS 2.0 protocol, matching the maximum speed supported by compatible RAID cards and external drive enclosures.

How does the SFF-8088 interface limit real-world performance?

The 26-pin SFF-8088 connectors with 100-Ohm controlled impedance cap each lane at 6Gbps, so total throughput depends on the number of lanes your controller and enclosure actually use.

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