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StarTech 12in 15 Pin SATA Power Extension Cable (SATAPOWEXT12) | SATA Power Extender, Male to Female, 12 Inch SATA Power Extension Cord
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StarTech.com StarTech 12in 15 Pin SATA Power Extension Cable (SATAPOWEXT12)

Bottom line: The StarTech.com StarTech 12in 15 Pin SATA Power Extension Cable: Extends internal SATA power reach up to 12 inches; main trade-off: only 12 inches; longer runs need a second cable.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Extends internal SATA power reach up to 12 inches
  • ✓ 15-pin male-to-female fits standard SATA power leads
  • ✓ Backed by StarTech.com's lifetime warranty
  • ✓ Eases drive placement in tight or cramped builds

Cons

  • ✗ Only 12 inches; longer runs need a second cable
  • ✗ Single lead, no splitter or daisy-chain output
  • ✗ Adds a connection point that can work loose
  • ✗ Extends existing power only, not a new supply line

Manufacturer description

extend A Sata Power Connection By Up To 12in. The Satapowext12 Sata Power Extension Cable (15-pin, 12-inch) Enables You To Extend The Reach Between Internal Sata Power And Drive Connections By Up To 12 Inches. The Extension Cable Helps To Simplify Drive Installation By Overcoming Typical Connection Limitations And Reduces The Risk Of Damage To The Drive Or Motherboard Sata Connectors By Eliminating The Need To Strain Or Stretch The Cable In Order To Make The Necessary Connection. This Sata Power Extension Cord Is Backed By Startech.com's Lifetime Warranty.

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech.com StarTech 12in 15 Pin SATA Power Extension Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the power supplies & cables category. StarTech.com's power supplies & cables lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for power supplies & cables of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • SATA Power Extension Cable / 12" SATA Power Extension Cord / 12 inch SATA Power Extender / SATA Power Male to Female
  • Provides flexibility in SATA drive and cable placement when building or upgrading systems
  • Extend SATA backplane adapter connections
  • Extend SATA Drive Dock connections

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ColorBlack
Gauge18
ModelSATAPOWEXT12
Cable TypeSATA
Item ShapeRound
Model Name12-inch SATA Power Extension Cable
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length12 inches
Part NumberSATAPOWEXT12
Connector TypeSata Power
Number of Pins15
Outer MaterialRubber
Maximum Current1.5 A
Maximum Voltage5 volts_of_direct_current
Number of Items1
Special FeatureNot_Performance_Used
Connector GenderMale-to-Female
Specification MetRoHS
Compatible DevicesSATA drives, SATA backplane adapters, SATA Drive Docks
Full listing titleStarTech 12in 15 Pin SATA Power Extension Cable (SATAPOWEXT12) | SATA Power Extender, Male to Female, 12 Inch SATA Power Extension Cord

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