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Blue ATX 8-pin female to 8-pin (6+2) male extension cable, 30cm, 16 AWG

Tripp Lite ATX 8-pin Female to 8-pin (6+2) Male Extension Cable 30cm Blue 16 AWG

SKU CH-3WTD-P9MHR

An 8-pin female to 8-pin (6+2) male extension cable extends a PSU PCIe power lead by 30 cm using 16 AWG wire in blue

  • TypeExtension Cable
  • ColorBlue
  • Connector Number5
  • Wire Gauge16 AWG
  • FeaturesHeat Resistant
  • Disclaimernot_applicable
  • Extends power cables by 30 cm for easier routing
  • 16 AWG wire gauge supports stable high-current delivery
  • Detachable 6+2 pin design fits both 6-pin and 8-pin GPU connectors
  • Compatible with RTX 4090, 4080, 4070, 3090, 3080 and RX 7000 series cards
  • Heat-resistant construction rated for sustained loads under 50 °C

What this cable does

This 30 cm blue extension cable connects an ATX 8-pin female socket to an 8-pin (6+2) male plug, adding length to the existing PCIe power lead from the power supply. It uses 16 AWG conductors with a heat-resistant jacket and is sold as a pair for dual-connector graphics cards. The detachable 6+2 pin design fits both 6-pin and 8-pin GPU sockets.

Who it suits and who it does not

Builders routing power to large flagship GPUs in spacious cases will appreciate the extra reach and the clean blue accent. The 6+2 pin splitter covers most modern high-end cards that draw auxiliary power through one or two 8-pin connectors. Systems that already have sufficient cable length, or that require a different connector orientation, will not need this extension.

Capacity and headroom

The 16 AWG wires are rated for the sustained current drawn by top-tier cards such as the RTX 4090 or RX 7900 XTX under full load, with the supplier claiming sub-50 °C operation during overclocking. The extension adds 30 cm of reach without introducing voltage drop that would affect stability. It does not increase the wattage available from the power supply itself.

Highlights

  • Extends power cables by 30 cm for easier routing
  • 16 AWG wire gauge supports stable high-current delivery
  • Detachable 6+2 pin design fits both 6-pin and 8-pin GPU connectors
  • Compatible with RTX 4090, 4080, 4070, 3090, 3080 and RX 7000 series cards
  • Heat-resistant construction rated for sustained loads under 50 °C

Specifications

BrandTripp Lite
TypeExtension Cable
ColorBlue
Connector Number5
Wire Gauge16 AWG
FeaturesHeat Resistant
Disclaimernot_applicable

Questions about this item

What power supply connector must already be present to use this 8-pin female to 8-pin (6+2) male extension?

You need an existing native PCIe 8-pin power cable from your power supply; the extension plugs into that cable and then into the graphics card.

Will the detachable 6+2 pin end fit an older graphics card that only uses a 6-pin power connector?

Yes, the 6+2 design separates so you can use just the 6-pin portion for cards requiring a 6-pin connection.

How can I confirm the extension is delivering stable power after installation?

Under full load the cable should stay below 50 °C, indicating the 16 AWG conductors and flame-retardant jacket are handling the current without overheating.

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