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CablesOnline, 18-inches 3X 40-Pin (2x20) 2.54mm-Pitch Female IDC 40-Wire Flat Ribbon IDE Drives Cable, FI-218
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CablesOnline, 18-inches 3X 40-Pin (2x20) 2.54mm-Pitch Female IDC 40-Wire Flat Ribbon IDE Drives Cable, FI-218

Bottom line: The CablesOnline is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cables & connectors category, priced around $10.95 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ IDC 40-Pin (2X20) 3-Connectors IDE Ribbon 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, 18-inches 3x 40-Pin (2x20) 2.54mm-Pitch Female IDC 40-Wire Flat Ribbon IDE Drives Cable, FI-218These cables 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 cables.Specifications:* Connectors: ** 3x 40-Pin Female IDC Connectors** 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…

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) 3-Connectors IDE Ribbon Cable
  • Connectors: 3x IDC 40-Pin Female, 2.54mm Pitch
  • Wire Gauge: 28 AWG, Pitch: 1.27mm
  • Width: 2-inch (50.8mm)
  • Length: 17.5 inches
  • UPC: 194732010014

Full Specifications

UPC194732010014
BrandCABLESONLINE.COM ATLANTIC COMPUTERTECH
ModelFI-218
Width2-inch (50.8mm)
Length17.5 inches
Cable Type40-Pin Ribbon Cable
Connectors3x IDC 40-Pin Female, 2.54mm Pitch
Unit Count1 Feet
Wire Gauge28 AWG, Pitch: 1.27mm
Part NumberFI-218
Connector TypeIdc 40-pin
Number of Items1
Special FeatureFlat Ribbon Wire
Connector GenderFemale-to-Female
Compatible DevicesASP, ISP, JTAG, AVR, in-system programmers, various automation units, IDE Drives
Included ComponentsRibbon Cable
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor
Other Special Features of the ProductFlat Ribbon Wire

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CablesOnline, 18-inches 3X 40-Pin (2x20) 2.54mm-Pitch Female IDC 40-Wire Flat Ribbon IDE Drives Cable, FI-218 is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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