SATA Cable for SSD
Connect a compatible SATA SSD to its host data port with the BC-DAG005 cable family. Four pictured models offer straight or 90-degree layouts, using black connector housings with blue flat cable or transparent blue housings.
- 7-pin SATA female data connectors with metal latches
- A: transparent blue housings, straight to straight
- B: transparent blue housings, straight to 90-degree
- C: black housings and blue flat cable, straight to straight
- D: black housings and blue flat cable, straight to 90-degree
- Specify the SSD interface, route length, and required SATA link rate
SSD Interface and Model Selection
SATA Cable for SSD with Straight and 90-Degree Connectors
For a SATA SSD build, the right cable connects the correct interface and fits the finished enclosure. The BC-DAG005 family offers four connector-and-housing options, so you can plan routing around the SSD bay, controller port, and nearby power lead.
These cables carry SATA data through 7-pin female connectors. They support a matching SATA host-to-drive connection; the SSD requires a separate, compatible power connection. Confirm the actual drive interface before ordering. An M.2 NVMe SSD, an M.2 SATA module, or a proprietary laptop drive connection does not accept this cable directly.
Match the Model to the Product Photo
| Model | Pictured configuration |
|---|---|
| BC-DAG005-A | Transparent blue housings; straight connectors at both ends. |
| BC-DAG005-B | Transparent blue housings; straight connector plus 90-degree connector. |
| BC-DAG005-C | Black housings with blue flat cable; straight connectors at both ends. |
| BC-DAG005-D | Black housings with blue flat cable; straight connector plus 90-degree connector. |
SSD Cable Selection Reference
| Item | Requirement to confirm |
|---|---|
| Data interface | SATA 7-pin female to 7-pin female. Confirm matching host and drive ports. |
| Link rate | Specify the required SATA link rate, including 6Gbps systems. The cable cannot exceed the capabilities of the host or SSD. |
| Drive power | Provided separately through the SSD’s appropriate power interface. This data cable does not supply power to the drive. |
| Connector retention | Metal latches are pictured. Check that the mating port accepts the latch and that the release remains accessible. |
| Route length | Define length and measurement points for the installation. Standard internal SATA data cabling is specified up to 1m; longer requests require separate engineering review. |
| Materials and environment | Agree conductor size, shielding, jacket, contact finish, and required operating conditions for the quoted configuration. |
| Purchasing details | Selected model, quantity, sample requirements, labeling, packaging, and any inspection documents. |
A SATA 6Gbps link has a nominal signaling rate of 6 gigabits per second; that is different from a guaranteed file-copy rate. The drive, controller, and workload affect application throughput. The cable does not turn a SATA SSD into an NVMe device or raise it beyond its interface capability.
For alternative port orientations, compare our right-angle SATA cable options. For a combined drive-side data and power socket, see the SATA data and power harness.
Compare Four BC-DAG005 SSD Cable Models
Match the model label in each photo with the connector layout below: C/D have black housings and a blue flat cable; A/B have transparent blue housings. Confirm the keyed angle against the installed SSD port.
P/N: BC-DAG005-C
Black connector housings and a blue flat cable, with straight SATA data connectors at both ends. Choose this arrangement when the SSD and controller have room for straight cable exits. Confirm length and latch access with the power lead and enclosure cover in place.
P/N: BC-DAG005-D
Black housings with blue flat cable and a straight-to-90-degree connector layout. Compare the angled end’s keyed face with your SSD bay or host port before choosing the route. Leave room for the connector body, nearby power lead, and latch release.
P/N: BC-DAG005-A
Transparent blue connector housings with straight ends and metal latches. This option provides the pictured housing style for a straight SATA data path. Specify the required length and system link rate; housing transparency alone does not establish a higher speed or different SSD compatibility.
P/N: BC-DAG005-B
Transparent blue housings with one straight and one 90-degree SATA data connector. Use the product photo to confirm which direction the cable will exit the installed port. Send the drive-bay layout if adjacent hardware limits the connector approach or removal space.
Check the SSD Bay With Both Connectors Installed
On BC-DAG005-D, one data connector turns through 90 degrees. Check the L-shaped key against the SSD in its installed position, then confirm that the bend faces free space rather than the drive tray or chassis wall.
Include the SSD power connector in that clearance check. A data plug that fits by itself may be harder to seat or remove after the adjacent power lead is installed. Leave access to the latch and support the cable route without pulling on the drive interface.
The image shows the D model’s actual connector arrangement. For a close-fitting assembly, request the proposed dimensions and evaluate a sample with the intended SSD and host.
The key requirement is a suitable SATA data connection with the required link performance and physical layout. Specify the SSD and controller interfaces, cable length, and connector orientation. An “SSD” label alone does not establish a unique cable standard or higher speed.
No direct connection is provided. This family has 7-pin SATA data connectors. M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA modules, and proprietary laptop connectors require their matching physical interface and host support. Check the drive model before ordering.
Measure the actual installed route, including space for seating and service, and state the measurement points. Standard internal SATA data cabling is specified up to 1m. Send longer requests for separate engineering review and system evaluation.
A and C have straight connectors at both ends. B and D pair a straight connector with a 90-degree connector. A/B have transparent blue housings; C/D show black housings with a blue flat cable. Use the model label and keyed face in the photo to confirm direction.
You can review it for an individual SATA data connection. RAID support and behavior belong to the controller and system. Confirm each port, drive, cable route, and power connection for the intended build.
Include the required documents and acceptance criteria in your inquiry. Confirm which quoted configuration the evidence covers. Product photos and general page descriptions do not establish independent certification or a specific test result.
It uses a compatible retention feature at the mating port to hold the connector in place. Check that the plug seats fully and the release remains reachable. A latch alone does not prove a specified vibration rating or insertion-cycle life.
Provide the exact SATA SSD, host, or backplane details and operating requirements for review. Enterprise use may add mechanical, documentation, or environmental requirements. Do not assume compatibility with a SAS or NVMe enterprise drive.
MOQ and commercial terms depend on the configuration, quantity, and any custom materials, labeling, or packaging. Include your expected demand and sample needs so that a suitable quotation can be prepared.
Send the SSD and controller models, connector photos, available clearance, route length, and desired angle. These details support a useful layout review and help identify what to check with a sample.
No. Supply SSD power through a separate, suitable power interface. Include the power plug and wiring when checking clearance beside the 7-pin data connector.
No. The host interface, SSD, and workload limit the result. SATA 6Gbps is a nominal link rate, not a guarantee that every transfer reaches 600MB/s. A suitable cable supports the intended connection rather than increasing the drive’s native capability.
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Choosing an SSD Data Cable Without Confusing the Interface
“SSD” describes a storage device, not a single connector. Before choosing a cable, identify the drive interface and how it connects to the host. For a standard 2.5-inch SATA SSD, a separate SATA data cable is commonly included; other SSD formats may use a board socket or a different connector system.
Identify SATA Before Choosing the Cable
Check the drive model and connector face. A standard SATA drive has a narrow 7-position data section next to its power section. The BC-DAG005 cable connects that data section to a compatible SATA controller port. M.2 drives plug into their matching socket; the fact that an M.2 model uses SATA signaling does not give it the same physical interface.
Set a Realistic Performance Requirement
SATA 6Gbps is a link rate, measured in gigabits per second. It should not be written as a 600 megabit-per-second file-transfer promise. After SATA encoding, the theoretical data-rate ceiling is 600 megabytes per second before further protocol overhead; the SSD, controller, and workload determine the actual result.
Ask for the proposed cable configuration to match your required SATA link. Check that requirement in the intended host-and-drive combination. A cable replacement can fix a faulty connection, but it won’t remove limits imposed by the SATA interface or a slower controller.
Choose the Connector Around the Finished SSD Bay
The straight models A and C keep the cable exit on the connector axis. The 90-degree models B and D change the approach at one end. Match the bend to the mounted drive and available space rather than ordering from an angle name alone. Include adjacent power wiring, drive trays, and the enclosure cover in the review.
The photos show two housing styles. Select the appearance and construction needed for the build, then confirm the detailed specification. Do not use housing color or transparency as evidence of signal quality, shielding, or compliance.
Plan Data and Power as Separate Connections
The SATA data cable does not supply power to the SSD. Choose the power lead according to the drive and system requirements, then review how both connections fit together. For several SSDs, check the controller port count, power distribution, and routing for each drive. RAID behavior comes from the storage controller and system configuration.
Use a Sample to Confirm the Installation
Measure the route with the service room and keep standard internal SATA cable length requirements in mind. Test the proposed sample with the final drive bay and controller. Check connector seating, latch release, detection, and representative transfers. If the project requires particular temperature, vibration, materials, or documents, agree on those requirements and acceptance evidence before production approval.
Send BespokeCable the SSD model, controller details, selected BC-DAG005 model, length, installation photo, and quantity. Add labeling, packaging, or inspection requirements where needed. Request a cable configuration and quote, or compare the broader SATA cable range for another interface or routing arrangement.
