Description
The Waveshare PCIe Flexible Cable 40mm is designed specifically for the Raspberry Pi 5, offering a reliable and flexible solution for connecting PCIe HATs (Hardware Attached on Top) to the Raspberry Pi 5. With a length of 40mm, this cable provides the necessary reach while maintaining a compact form factor. Its exceptional flexibility allows for easy routing in tight spaces, making it ideal for custom Raspberry Pi 5 setups. This cable is compatible with a wide range of PCIe HATs, enabling seamless integration and expansion of the Raspberry Pi 5’s capabilities for various high-speed applications.
Key Features
- Optimal 40mm Length: Compact size engineered specifically to provide flexible connections in tight enclosures without excess slack.
- Highly Flexible Design: Built with a pliable ribbon structure that allows for effortless routing, bending, and installation in custom setups.
- Raspberry Pi 5 Compatibility: Tailored exclusively to interface seamlessly with the Raspberry Pi 5 board architecture.
- PCIe HAT Support: Fully compatible with various Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe HATs, NVMe storage boards, and expansion modules for enhanced performance.
- Stable High-Speed Data Transfer: Engineered to ensure robust, interference-free communication between the Raspberry Pi 5 and connected PCIe peripherals.
Benefits
- Flexible Space Management: Overcomes tight spatial constraints inside compact enclosures, allowing clean internal hardware layouts.
- Enhanced Expansion Potential: Unlocks the high-speed PCIe lane of your Raspberry Pi 5 to connect fast SSDs, specialized HATs, and modules.
- Durable & Reliable: Constructed with quality materials to endure repeated bending and installation cycles without signal degradation.
- Hassle-Free Integration: Simple plug-and-play design speeds up prototyping and custom hardware assembly.
- Professional Build Quality: Ensures a clean, factory-finished look for advanced DIY electronics and developer projects.
Applications
- NVMe SSD Storage Expansion: Connecting high-speed PCIe storage expansion boards to your Raspberry Pi 5 for lightning-fast boot and data access.
- Custom Enclosures & Mini-PCs: Routing PCIe signals smoothly inside custom 3D-printed cases or specialized aluminum housing kits.
- Advanced Robotics & Automation: Linking high-bandwidth processing HATs and control boards in complex robotic builds.
- IoT & Networking Gateways: Integrating high-speed communication and network interface cards securely into compact server builds.
- Prototyping & Maker Labs: Ideal for engineers, students, and developers testing various Raspberry Pi 5 hardware configurations.
Package Includes
- 1 x Waveshare PCIe Flexible Cable 40mm for Raspberry Pi 5
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Item Type | PCIe Flexible Cable / Ribbon Cable |
| Compatibility | Raspberry Pi 5 |
| Interface | PCIe |
| Connector Type | Flexible Ribbon Cable |
| Length | 40 mm |
| Shipping Weight | 0.005 kg |
| Shipping Dimensions | 5 cm × 5 cm × 2 cm |
