MyCableMart 35IN IDE Cable, ATA/133 Dual Drives 80 Wires Ribbon Bulk Cable, Round Beige
Bottom line: The MyCableMart 35IN IDE Cable is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cables & connectors category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Premium Airflow Design: Round cable reduces heat and saves space within the CPU
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
Connect two IDE CD/DVD or hard drives and supports speed up to 133MBps. This premium improved-airflow round internal cable has 40 twisted pairs and PVC jacket. It allows you to connect your IDE devices with minimal clutter and recommended for high performance PC and high-density rack mount servers. In addition to being coated with flexible material for better wiring protection these cables reduce heat and save space within the CPU and makes it easy to add or remove hard drives & add-on cards.(Connectors: 3 IDC40 Female - 0 23 35 Inches; Color: Beige)NOTE: This product is a LOW VOLTAGE…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MyCableMart 35IN IDE Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. My Cable Mart's cables & connectors 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 cables & connectors 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
- High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports up to 133MBps, ideal for connecting multiple IDE devices
- Premium Airflow Design: Round cable reduces heat and saves space within the CPU
- Durable Construction: PVC jacket and flexible material for better wiring protection
- Easy Installation: 35-inch length with 3 IDC40 Female connectors for minimal clutter
- Versatile Compatibility: Connects two IDE CD/DVD or hard drives, suitable for high-performance PCs and servers
Full Specifications
| Brand | My Cable Mart |
|---|---|
| Color | Beige |
| Model | BB-IDEU-2CBG |
| Frequency | 133 MHz |
| Cable Type | Computer |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Model Name | BB-IDEU-2CBG |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Item Length | 35 Inches |
| Part Number | BB-IDEU-2CBG |
| Connector Type | Ide/Eide/Pata |
| Number of Pins | 80 |
| Outer Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Maximum Voltage | 1000 Volts |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Braided, Heat Resistant, Tangle Free |
| Connector Gender | Female-to-Female |
| Easy Installation | 35-inch length with 3 IDC40 Female connectors for minimal clutter |
| Compatible Devices | Computers, Servers, Hard Drives |
| Data Transfer Rate | 133 Megabits Per Second |
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MyCableMart 35IN IDE Cable, ATA/133 Dual Drives 80 Wires Ribbon Bulk Cable, Round Beige is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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