SFF-8643 4i R/A plug latch outside / SFF-8643 4i R/A plug LOW PROFILE

Description

Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 4i R/A plug to Low Profile Internal Cable Assembly – Compact SAS 24G Interconnect for High-Density Storage Systems

The Mini SAS HD 4i internal cable assembly, featuring a right angle plug with latch outside and a low-profile right angle plug, is a precision-engineered solution designed for space-constrained environments requiring high-speed SAS connectivity. Built to the SFF-8643 specification and optimized for SAS 6G/12G/24G signaling, this cable supports reliable data transmission between host controllers, backplanes, and expanders in enterprise-grade systems.

⚙️ Key Features

• Connector Configuration:
  • Mini SAS HD 4i right angle plug (latch outside) to Mini SAS HD 4i low-profile right angle plug
  • Connector lengths: 26mm (standard R/A) and 17.85mm (low-profile R/A)
  • Designed for systems with varied port orientations and limited vertical clearance
• Protocol Compatibility:
  • Fully supports SAS 6Gbps, 12Gbps, and 24Gbps signaling
  • Compatible with HBAs, RAID controllers, expanders, and backplanes using SFF-8643 interfaces
• Signal Integrity:
  • Maintains 100-ohm differential impedance ±10 ohm
  • Engineered for low insertion loss and minimal crosstalk across all signal pairs
• Wire Gauge Options:
  • Available in 32AWG to 28AWG, balancing flexibility, durability, and high-speed performance
• Mechanical Design:
  • Right angle plugs reduce cable strain and improve airflow in compact chassis
  • Low-profile connector minimizes obstruction in tight layouts and supports vertical stacking
• RoHS Compliant:
  • Manufactured in accordance with global environmental and safety standards

🧩 Applications

• Enterprise Storage Systems: Connects SAS controllers to internal backplanes or expanders in compact server builds
• Data Centers: Enables high-speed internal links in 1U/2U servers, JBODs, and storage enclosures with limited clearance
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Supports low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity between compute nodes and storage fabrics
• OEM & ODM Integration: Ideal for custom server and storage designs requiring precise latch orientation and low-profile routing
• Airflow Optimization: Right angle and low-profile design help maintain clean cable paths and efficient thermal management