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22'' Parallel ATA/PATA IDE 40-pin 40-Wire Flat Ribbon Cable with 3 Connectors

22'' Parallel ATA/PATA IDE 40-pin 40-Wire Flat Ribbon Cable with 3 Connectors

Bottom line: The 22'' Parallel ATA/PATA IDE 40-pin 40-Wire Flat Ribbon 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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  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
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Manufacturer description

Parallel ATA (PATA) IDE 40-pin 40-wire ribbon cable with connectors for two devices (connectors for controllers or slave/master drives). Total length of cable is 22" long (13.5" and 8.5" inches between connectors).

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored 22'' Parallel ATA/PATA IDE 40-pin 40-Wire Flat Ribbon Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. Generic'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

  • Parallel ATA (PATA) IDE 40-pin 40-wire ribbon cable with connectors for two devices. Total length of cable is 22" long (13.5" and 8.5" inches between connectors).

Full Specifications

BrandGeneric
ColorGray/black
Cable TypePATA
Item ShapeFlat
Part NumberP40P_CB
Connector TypeIde
Number of Pins40
Number of Items1
Special FeatureFlat Cable
Connector GenderFemale-to-Female
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor
Connectivity TechnologyPATA
Other Special Features of the ProductFlat Cable

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