High-speed cables in custom lengths
We are expanding our cable assembly portfolio with high-performance high-speed cables. These connection solutions are specifically designed to transmit large amounts of data quickly, securely, and reliably. Supporting current standards such as SAS 3.0/4.0, PCIe 4.0/5.0, and IEEE 802.3, the cables provide a future-proof foundation for modern applications. We can supply these high-speed cables in length individually tailored to customer-specific requirements to adjust.
Technical features
The cables are available in AWG sizes from 30 to 24 and allow lengths of up to 5 meters. Depending on the model, they support transmission speeds from 10 Gbps to 400 Gbps. With impedance values of 85 or 100 ohms, they are designed for different system requirements.
Product portfolio
Overview of high-speed cables
Internal high-speed cables
| cable type | Standard | Lane / Data Rate | AWG | Length max. | impedance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SlimSAS 4x | SFF-8654 | 4 lanes, up to 64 Gbps (PCIe 4.0) | 32/30/28 | 1 m | 85/100 Ω |
| SlimSAS 8x | SFF-8654 | 8 lanes, up to 128 Gbps (PCIe 4.0) | 32/30/28 | 1 m | 85/100 Ω |
| SlimSAS 8x to 2×4x | SFF-8654 | 8 lanes → 2×4 lanes | 32/30/28 | 1 m | 85/100 Ω |
| SlimSAS Low Profile 4x | SFF-8654 | 4 lanes, compact | 32/30/28 | 1 m | 85/100 Ω |
| SlimSAS Low Profile 8x | SFF-8654 | 8 lanes, compact | 32/30/28 | 1 m | 85/100 Ω |
| Gen Z 1C | SFF-TA-1002 | up to 112 GT/s (PAM4) | 32/30/28 | 1 m | 85/100 Ω |
| MCIO 8x | SFF-TA-1016 | 8 lanes, PCIe 5.0 | 32/30/28 | 1 m | 85/100 Ω |
External high-speed cables
| cable type | Standard | Data rate | AWG | Length max. | impedance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFP+ 10 Gbps | SFF-8431/8432 IEEE 802.3ba | 10 Gbps | 30–24 | 5 m | 100 Ω |
| SFP+ 14 Gbps | SFF-8431/8432 IEEE 802.3ba | 14 Gbps | 30–24 | 5 m | 100 Ω |
| SFP+ 25 Gbps | SFF-8431/8432 IEEE 802.3ba | 25 Gbps | 30–24 | 5 m | 100 Ω |
| QSFP+ 40 Gbps | SFF-8436/8665 IEEE 802.3ba | 40 Gbps | 30–24 | 5 m | 100 Ω |
| QSFP+ 56 Gbps | SFF-8436/8665 IEEE 802.3ba | 56 Gbps | 30–24 | 5 m | 100 Ω |
| QSFP+ 100 Gbps | SFF-8436/8665 IEEE 802.3ba | 100 Gbps | 30–24 | 5 m | 100 Ω |
| QSFP-DD 200 Gbps | SFF QSFP-DD IEEE 802.3bs | 200 Gbps | 30–28 | 2,5 m | 100 Ω |
| QSFP-DD 400 Gbps | SFF QSFP-DD IEEE 802.3bs | 400 Gbps | 30–28 | 2,5 m | 100 Ω |
| MiniSAS HD 12 Gbps | SFF-8644 | 12 Gbps | 30–26 | 3 m | 100 Ω |
| MiniSAS HD 24 Gbps | SFF-8644 | 24 Gbps | 30–26 | 3 m | 100 Ω |
SlimSAS – High-Speed Cable
SlimSAS is a modern connector standard for high-speed data transfer. The term stands for a compact version of the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface.
Compared to traditional MiniSAS or MiniSAS HD connectors, SlimSAS offers a more space-saving design without sacrificing performance. The connectors support current standards such as SAS 3.0/4.0 and PCIe 4.0/5.0 and enable data rates up to hundreds of Gbps.
Variants
- SlimSAS 4x cable – compact solution with 4 lanes, suitable for internal connections in servers, backplanes and storage modules.
- SlimSAS 8x cable – a higher-performance version with 8 lanes and therefore double the bandwidth. Ideal for high-volume data applications, e.g., in servers, storage systems, and high-performance computing.
- SlimSAS 8x to 2×4x cable – a flexible option that splits an 8-lane connection into two separate 4-lane connections. Especially suitable when a single high-speed port needs to be distributed across multiple systems or modules.
- Meets SFF-8654 standard
- Conductor cross-sections of 28 AWG, 30 AWG, 32 AWG
- Supports SAS 3.0 / 4.0 and PCIe 4.0 specifications
- Cable length up to 1 meter
- Impedance values 100 Ohm and 85 Ohm
- Typical application: Servers, storage systems, industrial computers
Slim SAS Low Profile
Internal high-speed cable
SlimSAS Low Profile is a further development of the SlimSAS standard and was specifically developed for applications where limited space and high transfer rates come together.
Compared to traditional MiniSAS or MiniSAS-HD connectors, SlimSAS Low Profile offers an even flatter, space-saving design. This allows for powerful high-speed connections even in compact systems such as servers, storage modules, or industrial computers.
Variants
- SlimSAS Low Profile 4x cable – compact solution with 4 lanes, ideal for internal connections in tight spaces and applications with medium bandwidth requirements.
- SlimSAS 8x cable – higher-performance version with 8 lanes for double the bandwidth. Particularly suitable for servers, storage systems, and high-performance computing with high data throughput.
- Meets SFF-8654 standard
- Conductor cross-sections of 28 AWG, 30 AWG, 32 AWG
- Supports SAS 3.0 / 4.0 and PCIe 4.0 specifications
- Cable length up to 1 meter
- Impedance values 100 Ohm and 85 Ohm
- Typical application: Servers, storage systems, industrial computers
Gen-Z 1C – compact high-speed connection
The Gen-Z 1C cable is a key component of modern high-speed network and storage architectures. The 1C "chiclet" connector integrates power, control, and up to 18 high-speed data lines into a compact interface—ideal for systems with limited space.
Gen-Z 1C cables are used in server and storage systems, high-performance computers, industrial applications, and modern networking. They are the ideal choice for all scenarios where high bandwidth and reliable signal quality are required in a compact space.
- Meets SFF-TA-1002 standard
- Conductor cross-sections of 28 AWG, 30 AWG, 32 AWG
- Supports SAS 3.0 / 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 specifications
- Cable length up to 1 meter
- Impedance values 100 Ohm and 85 Ohm
- Typical application: Servers, storage systems, industrial computers
Mini Cool Edge (MCIO) 8X
High speed in the smallest space
The Mini Cool Edge (MCIO) 8X cable complies with the SFF-TA-1016 standard and is specifically designed for applications that require a compact design with high transfer rates. With 8 lanes, it offers a high-performance connection for modern server, storage, and industrial electronics systems.
- Meets SFF-TA-1016 standard
- Conductor cross-sections of 28 AWG, 30 AWG, 32 AWG
- Supports SAS 3.0 / 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 specifications
- Cable length up to 1 meter
- Impedance values 100 Ohm and 85 Ohm
- Typical application: Servers, storage systems, industrial computers
SFP+ High Speed Cable - 10G / 14G / 25G
External connection solutions for high data rates
SFP+ high-speed cables are designed for external applications requiring stable and fast data transmission over several meters. Available in various conductor cross-sections (30 AWG to 24 AWG), these cables support lengths up to 5 meters. With a characteristic impedance of 100 Ω, they ensure low-loss signal transmission even at high frequencies.
Variants
- SFP+ 10 Gbps cable – for classic high-speed Ethernet and storage applications
- SFP+ 14 Gbps cable – for systems with increased bandwidth and higher efficiency
- SFP+ 25 Gbps cable – for current network applications with very high data rates
- Meet SFF 8431 and 8432 standards
- Meet IEEE 802.3ba standard
- Conductor cross-sections from 30 AWG to 24 AWG
- Cable length up to 5 meter
- Impedance value 100 ohms
- Typical application: Data centers, network infrastructures, storage solutions and telecommunications systems
QSFP+ High Speed Cable - 40G / 56G / 100G
High-performance connection for external applications
QSFP+ high-speed cables are designed for external connections with exceptionally high bandwidths. Available in AWG sizes from 30 to 24, they support cable lengths up to 5 meters. With a characteristic impedance of 100 Ω, they ensure low-loss and stable signal transmission, even at high frequencies.
Variants
- QSFP+ 40 Gbps cable – proven solution for common high-speed networks
- QSFP+ 56 Gbps cable – extended bandwidth for more power-intensive applications
- QSFP+ 100 Gbps cable – highest performance for data centers and high-performance computing
- Meet SFF 8431 and 8432 standards
- Meet IEEE 802.3ba standard
- Conductor cross-sections from 30 AWG to 24 AWG
- Cable length up to 5 meter
- Impedance value 100 ohms
- Typical application: Data centers, network infrastructures, storage solutions and telecommunications systems
QSFP-DD High Speed Cable - 200G / 400G
Compact solution for highest bandwidths
The QSFP-DD high-speed cables are designed for applications requiring data rates up to 200 Gbps or 400 Gbps. Available in AWG sizes from 30 to 28, they support lengths up to 2,5 meters. With a characteristic impedance of 100 Ω, they ensure stable signal transmission even under the highest frequency loads.
Variants
- QSFP-DD 200 Gbps cable – a high-performance solution for today's high-speed networks
- QSFP-DD 400 Gbps cable – maximum data rate for the most demanding applications in data centers and HPC environments
- Meet SFF QSFP-DD standard
- Meet IEEE 802.3bs standard
- Conductor cross-sections from 30 AWG to 28 AWG
- Cable length up to 2.5 meter
- Impedance value 100 ohms
- Typical application: Data centers, network infrastructures, storage solutions and telecommunications systems
MiniSAS HD High Speed Cable – 12G / 24G
Reliable external connection solution
The MiniSAS HD high-speed cables are designed for applications requiring reliable data transfer at 12 Gbps or 24 Gbps. The cables are available in AWG sizes from 30 to 26 and support lengths up to 3 meters. With a characteristic impedance of 100 Ω, they ensure stable signal transmission even at high frequencies.
Variants
- MiniSAS HD 12 Gbps cable – proven solution for classic storage and server applications
- MiniSAS HD 24 Gbps cable – a more powerful option for modern systems with increased bandwidth requirements.
- Meet SFF 8644 standard
- Fulfill
- Conductor cross-sections from 30 AWG to 26 AWG
- Cable length up to 3 meter
- Impedance value 100 ohms
- Typical application: Data centers, network infrastructures, storage solutions and telecommunications systems
How to request your required high-speed cable
Our high-speed cables are exclusively custom-madeIn order to provide you with a tailored quote, we need some technical information from you:
- Cable type and standard (e.g., SlimSAS, Gen-Z, SFP+, QSFP+, QSFP-DD, MiniSAS HD)
- Transfer rate (e.g. 10G, 25G, 100G, 400G)
- cable length
- Wire gauge (AWG), if known
- Impedance (85 Ω or 100 Ω)
- Area of application (internal or external)
- Desired quantity (prototype, small series or series production)
We manufacture cables individually according to your specifications – from prototypes and small batches to series production. This ensures you receive a solution precisely tailored to your application.
Our production is designed for maximum flexibility and enables the realization customized cable assemblies for a wide range of applications – from the automotive industry and aerospace to medical technology and complex industrial applications.
Thanks to our many years of experience and close collaboration with an established partner network, we develop reliable solutions that meet even the most demanding technical requirements.
We are happy to answer any further questions or provide individual advice.