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StarTech 12in Molex LP4 Power Extension Cable (LP4POWEXT12)
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StarTech 12in Molex LP4 Power Extension Cable (LP4POWEXT12)

Bottom line: The StarTech.com StarTech 12in Molex LP4 Power Extension Cable: Adds 12in of LP4 reach to reposition drives, DVD-ROM, or add-in cards; main trade-off: fixed 12in length; longer runs need a different cable.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Adds 12in of LP4 reach to reposition drives, DVD-ROM, or add-in cards
  • ✓ Standard 4-pin Molex male-to-female, drops into existing LP4 runs
  • ✓ Backed by StarTech.com lifetime warranty

Cons

  • ✗ Fixed 12in length; longer runs need a different cable
  • ✗ Legacy 4-pin Molex only, not SATA-power devices
  • ✗ Single pass-through, won't split power to multiple drives
  • ✗ Unsleeved bare cable, no braiding for clean builds

Manufacturer description

Extend your LP4 power connections by up to 12 inches - The LP4POWEXT12 Extension Cable features two 4-pin Molex power connectors, one male and one female, and offers 12-inches in cable length, enabling you to extend your LP4 power connections and allowing you to position your devices (i.e. hard drive, DVD-ROM drive, add-in card, etc.) as needed within the system case. Constructed of only top quality materials and designed for optimum performance and reliability, this 12in internal LP4 power extender is backed by StarTech.com's lifetime warranty.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech.com StarTech 12in Molex LP4 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

  • Power extension cable
  • 4 pin internal power (M) to 4 pin internal power (F)

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ColorBlack
Gauge18
Voltage240 volts
Wattage12 watts
Plug TypeInternal 4-pin Molex
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length12 inches
Plug FormatInternal 4-pin Molex
Model NumberLP4POWEXT12
Built-In MediaPower extension cable
Item Type NameStarTech.com 12in Molex LP4 Power Extension Cable - M/F
Mfr Part NumberLP4POWEXT12
Connector GenderFemale, Male
Special FeaturesNot_Performance_Used
Warranty DescriptionLifetime warranty
Power Cord Prong Count4
Ethernet Cable CategoryCat 1
Global Trade Identification Number00065030854436

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