SPIDER Automation 4-Pin IDE to SATA Hard Disk Power Cable
Description
Need to connect a modern SATA storage drive to an older power supply unit that only features legacy connectors? The SPIDER Automation 4-Pin Large IDE to 1-SATA Output Power Cord is the ideal solution. It bridges power supplies equipped with standard 4-pin Molex (IDE) ports to modern SATA storage and optical hardware, allowing seamless hardware integration.
Engineered for performance and durability, this cable is built using heavy-duty 18AWG positive-marked wiring capable of permanently supporting high-current power requirements without voltage drops. Its modern 2-wire parallel flat ribbon design keeps internal casing wiring neat, organized, and easy to thread through tight chassis spaces without requiring messy network sleeves.
Key Features
- 1-Input to 1-Output Connection: Converts a standard 4-pin Molex (IDE) power connection into an individual SATA power connector.
- Heavy-Duty 18AWG Wire Gauge: Thick copper wiring safely handles high continuous current loads for demanding drive configurations.
- Flat Parallel Ribbon Layout: Clean parallel wire body prevents loose strands, streamlines internal airflow, and simplifies cable management.
- Universal SATA Support: Fully compatible with any SATA-powered hardware including 3.5/2.5-inch HDDs, SSDs, and CD/DVD/Blu-Ray optical drives.
Benefits
- Cost-Effective Retrofitting: Eliminates the need to replace an entire power supply unit just to accommodate a SATA drive.
- Neater Case Interiors: Flat ribbon layout allows flush routing behind motherboard trays and tight storage cages.
- Reliable Power Delivery: 18AWG grading prevents overheating and voltage drop issues common with thinner budget cables.
- Plug-and-Play Simplicity: Installs instantly with zero configuration or software requirements.
Applications
- PC Upgrades & Retrofitting: Connecting modern SATA hard drives and SSDs to older legacy power supply units.
- Optical Drive Integration: Interfacing CD, DVD, or Blu-Ray writers with older system power sources.
- System Repair & Maintenance: Replacing damaged internal power lines during computer troubleshooting.
- Custom PC & Server Builds: Routing tidy power connections in custom-built desktop towers.
- Legacy Hardware Adaptation: Powering peripheral storage devices on older industrial or workstation motherboards.
Package Includes
- 1 x 4PIN (Large) IDE 1 Input to 1 SATA Output Hard Disk Power Cord
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Item Type | Hard Disk Power Adapter Cable |
| Brand | SPIDER Automation |
| Cable Configuration | 4-Pin Large IDE (Input) to 1 × SATA Power (Output) |
| Wire Size (AWG) | 18 AWG Positive Marking Line (High Current Support) |
| Cable Design | Flat Parallel Ribbon Wire Body (Black Color, No Network Sleeve Needed) |
| Cable Length | 20 cm |
| Drive Compatibility | SATA Hard Drives (HDD), SSDs, CD/DVD/Blu-Ray Optical Drives |
| Net Product Weight | 0.02 kg (20 g shipping weight) |
| Package Shipping Dimensions | 6 cm × 6 cm × 1 cm |
