What it is
The StarTech.com SLSATAF20 is a 20-inch (0.5 m) slimline SATA to standard SATA III adapter cable. It converts a 13-pin slimline SATA connector into a standard 7-pin SATA data connection plus a 4-pin Molex (LP4) power connection — letting you connect a slim optical or storage drive to a standard desktop motherboard and PSU.
Who it's for
PC builders and system integrators who need to fit a slimline SATA drive — typically a slim optical drive from a laptop or small-form-factor system — into a standard desktop or server build. Also useful for IT technicians repurposing drives between chassis types.
Why it's good
It supports SATA III speeds up to 6 Gbit/s, so there's no bottleneck on data transfer. The straight connectors keep routing clean inside a case, and at just 22 g it adds no bulk. CE, REACH, and RoHS certified — compliant for professional and commercial use without any extra paperwork.
When to choose it
Choose this when you have a slimline SATA drive and need to connect it to a standard desktop SATA port and Molex power supply output. At under €8 ex VAT, it's the straightforward fix — no need for a full caddy or enclosure if all you need is the cable connection.
Specifications
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Maximum data transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
| Connector gender | Female/Female |
| Cable type | SATA III |
| Cable length | 0.508 m |
| Connector 1 | SATA 13-pin |
| Connector 1 form factor | Straight |
| Connector 2 | SATA 7-pin + Molex (4-pin) |
| Connector 2 form factor | Straight |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Product colour | Red |
| Certification | CE, REACH |
| Certificates | |
| Certification | CE, REACH |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 10 mm |
| Package depth | 50 mm |
| Package height | 184 mm |
| Package weight | 22 g |
| Technical details | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
| Connector gender | Female/Female |
| Cable type | SATA III |
| Cable length | 0.508 m |
| Connector 1 | SATA 13-pin |
| Connector 1 form factor | Straight |
| Connector 2 | SATA 7-pin + Molex (4-pin) |
| Connector 2 form factor | Straight |
| Product colour | Red |
| Certification | CE, REACH |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733080 |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733080 |
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