Tripp Lite External SAS Cable, 4 Lane - mini-SAS (SFF-8088) to mini-SAS (SFF-8088), 2M (6.56 ft.)

Overview

The Tripp Lite S524-02M is an external SAS cable designed to connect servers, RAID enclosures, and external drive cages with reliable high-speed data transfer. Featuring mini-SAS (SFF-8088) connectors on both ends and a length of two meters (6.56 feet), it supports transfer rates up to 6 gigabytes per second, making it suitable for demanding data environments where speed and signal integrity are critical.

This cable is built to withstand frequent handling in rack setups, with double shielding to reduce electromagnetic interference and durable die cast zinc housings protecting the connectors. Its flexible black jacket allows for neat routing through tight spaces, providing enough length to connect equipment across adjacent racks or shelves without strain.

Key features

• Supports high-speed data transfer up to 6 gigabytes per second for efficient communication between storage devices and hosts
• Double shielding reduces electromagnetic interference, ensuring stable and clean signal transmission
• Durable die cast zinc connector housings protect against wear from frequent plugging and unplugging in rack environments
• Flexible black jacket allows easy cable management and routing in tight or complex setups
• Two meter length provides sufficient slack for connecting devices across racks or shelves without stretching
• RoHS compliant materials support environmentally responsible installations

Key specs

• Length: 2 meters (6.56 feet)
• Connector type: mini-SAS (SFF-8088) to mini-SAS (SFF-8088)
• Data transfer rate: up to 6 gigabytes per second
• Shielding: double shielded for EMI protection
• Connector housing: die cast zinc for enhanced durability
• Cable jacket: flexible black material
• Compliance: RoHS

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is compatible with SAS controllers, storage chassis, and external drives that use mini-SAS (SFF-8088) interfaces. It provides a direct and high-speed connection path ideal for linking host bus adapters to RAID shelves or connecting high-capacity storage arrays to workstations for fast data access and backups.

Its design supports professional IT environments, data centers, and content creation setups where reliable and fast external storage connections are essential.