Product Description
This eSATA external cable connector is designed for reliable, high-speed point-to-point data transmission between computers and storage devices. The 7-pin male connectors on both ends provide a secure fit with eSATA ports, while the shielded copper cable minimizes crosstalk and signal loss over longer runs. A durable molded strain-relief and flexible jacket improve bending performance and extend service life.
The cable supports SATA II and SATA III protocols, making it suitable for external HDD enclosures, RAID arrays, DVRs, backup systems and other professional storage devices that require stable, high-bandwidth serial data links.
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| Connector type |
eSATA external SATA connector, male to male |
| Interface standard |
SATA II / SATA III compatible, high-speed serial transmission |
| Number of pins |
7-pin signal interface |
| Application |
External hard drive, DVR, docking station, server and PC storage connection |
| Cable structure |
Twisted-pair copper wire, shielded |
| Conductor material |
Tinned oxygen-free copper |
| Insulation |
High-temperature PVC or custom material |
| Jacket |
Flexible PVC outer jacket, black |
| Cable OD |
Approx. 5.0–6.0 mm (customizable) |
| Data rate |
Up to 6 Gb/s depending on system support |
| Operating voltage |
5 V signal level |
| Operating temperature |
-20 ℃ to +70 ℃ (typical) |
| Flame rating |
UL-listed cable, RoHS-compliant materials |
| Length options |
Standard 0.3 m / 0.5 m / 1 m; other lengths customizable |
| Customization |
Connector molding, cable length, jacket color, labeling, OEM/ODM |
| Typical lifespan |
≥5000 mating cycles (under correct usage) |
| Packaging |
Individual PE bag or custom packing carton |
Applications
Connecting an external SATA hard drive enclosure to a desktop or industrial PC
Linking DVR or NVR recorders to high-capacity external storage for video surveillance
Connecting external RAID or JBOD boxes to servers in data-center and workstation environments
Laboratory, test-bench and development setups requiring frequent plug-and-unplug operations
Customized eSATA cabling in OEM equipment, industrial controllers and embedded systems
Precautions
Ensure both devices support eSATA before connection; do not force the connector into non-eSATA ports.
Insert the male connector fully until it locks to avoid intermittent contact or data errors.
Do not sharply bend, crush or pull the cable by the connector head; hold the plug housing when unplugging.
Keep the cable away from strong electromagnetic sources (high-power motors, transformers) to maintain signal quality.
Use appropriate ESD protection when connecting to sensitive storage or server equipment.
For outdoor or harsh environments, select customized versions with enhanced jacket materials and additional shielding.
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