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CablesOnline, 8-inches 40-Pin (2x20) 2.54mm-Pitch IDC 40-Wire Flat Ribbon IDE Extension Cable, FR-4008M
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CablesOnline, 8-inches 40-Pin (2x20) 2.54mm-Pitch IDC 40-Wire Flat Ribbon IDE Extension Cable, FR-4008M

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ IDC 40-Pin (2X20) Ribbon Extension Cable
  • ✓ Backed by CABLESONLINE.COM ATLANTIC COMPUTERTECH's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

CablesOnline, 8-inches 40-Pin (2x20) 2.54mm-Pitch IDC 40-Wire Flat Ribbon IDE Extension Cable, FR-4008MThese extensions can be used with ASP, ISP, JTAG, AVR, in-system programmers, various automation units, Hard Drives, CD, DVD, Compact Flash , or any other applications that require 40-Pin ribbon/ IDC cable.Specifications:* Connectors: ** 40-Pin Female** 40 Pin Male** 2.54mm pitch* Ribbon Cable Spec.:** Number of Wires: 40** Pitch: 1.27mm** Wire Gauge: 28AWG** Cable Width: 2" (50.8mm)** Current Rating (per Wire): 1A** Voltage Rating: 300V** Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +105°C*…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored CablesOnline using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. CABLESONLINE.COM ATLANTIC COMPUTERTECH'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

  • IDC 40-Pin (2X20) Ribbon Extension Cable
  • Connectors: 1x IDC 40-Pin Male, 1x IDC 40-Pin Female, 2.54mm Pitch
  • Wire Gauge: 28 AWG, Pitch: 1.27mm
  • Width: 2-inch (50.8mm), Length: 8 inches
  • UPC: 194732006659

Full Specifications

UPC194732006659
BrandCABLESONLINE.COM ATLANTIC COMPUTERTECH
Gauge28
ModelFR-4008M
Width2-inch (50.8mm), Length: 8 inches
Cable TypeIDE Ribbon Cable
Connectors1x IDC 40-Pin Male, 1x IDC 40-Pin Female, 2.54mm Pitch
Item ShapeFlat
Unit Count1 Count
Wire Gauge28 AWG, Pitch: 1.27mm
Part NumberFR-4008M
Connector Type40-pin Idc
Number of Items1
Connector GenderMale-to-Female
Compatible DevicesDVD Player
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor

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