SFF-8643 4i plug / SFF-8482 receptacle*2

Description

Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 4i plug / SFF-8482 receptacle*2 SAS Drive Internal Cable Assembly – High-Speed SAS Interconnect for Enterprise Storage

The Mini SAS HD 4i to Dual SAS Drive Internal Cable Assembly, featuring a SFF-8643 4i plug to 2 × SFF-8482 SAS drive receptacles, is a high-performance solution designed to connect next-generation SAS controllers to two independent SAS hard drives. Engineered for SAS 6G/12G/24G signaling, this cable ensures reliable, high-speed data transmission in enterprise storage systems, servers, and JBOD enclosures.

⚙️ Key Features

• Connector Configuration:
  • Mini SAS HD 4i plug (SFF-8643) to 2 × SAS drive receptacles (SFF-8482)
  • Supports direct connection from a host controller to two SAS hard drives
• Protocol Compatibility:
  • Fully supports SAS 6Gbps, 12Gbps, and 24Gbps data rates
  • Backward-compatible with legacy SAS drives and infrastructure
• Signal Integrity:
  • Maintains 100-ohm differential impedance ±10 ohm
  • Optimized for low insertion loss and minimal crosstalk in high-density environments
• Wire Gauge Options:
  • Available in 32AWG to 28AWG, balancing flexibility, durability, and signal performance
• Power Support:
  • SFF-8482 receptacles include integrated power pins for direct drive connectivity
• RoHS Compliant:
  • Manufactured in accordance with global environmental and safety standards

🧩 Applications

• Enterprise Storage Systems: Connects SAS RAID or HBA cards to dual SAS HDDs or SSDs in internal drive bays
• Data Centers: Enables high-speed internal links between controllers and SAS drives in servers or enclosures
• JBOD Enclosures: Facilitates compact, efficient cabling for dual-drive configurations
• OEM & ODM Integration: Ideal for custom server and storage builds requiring Mini SAS HD to SAS drive compatibility
• Legacy System Support: Bridges modern SFF-8643 interfaces with widely used SFF-8482 SAS drives