StarTech.com PYO2LSATA 6in Latching SATA Power Y Splitter Cable Adapter - Male to Female - 1 x 15-pin to 2 x 15-pin
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This splitter cord is designed to the SATA power specification, ensuring compatibility with standard SATA power supplies and drives. The male connector plugs directly into an available 15-pin SATA power output from your PSU, while the two female connectors provide power to SATA hard drives, SSDs, or optical drives. The electrical design maintains proper power delivery across both output connectors, supporting the simultaneous operation of two devices from a single PSU rail.
The cable is constructed with industry-standard 18 AWG wiring for reliable current carrying capacity and is RoHS compliant, meeting environmental standards by restricting hazardous substances. Its build quality is backed by a lifetime limited warranty, reflecting StarTech.com's confidence in its durability for long-term deployment.
Relevant factors for this section include First End Connector Type, First End Connector Detail, Second End Connector Type, Cord Length. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
This adapter offers a cost-effective alternative to upgrading or replacing an entire power supply when additional SATA power ports are needed. It eliminates the expense and complexity of a PSU swap, allowing you to add drives or peripherals using existing power infrastructure.
Secure Connection Design
The integrated latching mechanism on each connector ensures a positive lock, preventing disconnections that can cause data loss or drive errors in desktop and server applications.
- Prevents accidental unplugging
- Enhances system reliability
- Ideal for vibration-prone setups
Guaranteed Reliability
Backed by a lifetime limited warranty, this cable is built for dependable, long-term use in business IT environments, home offices, and custom PC builds.
- Lifetime warranty coverage
- Durable construction
- Trusted brand support
Deployment / Use Cases
This SATA power Y splitter is ideal for expanding storage capacity in existing systems without modifying the power supply. Common scenarios include adding a second SATA SSD or HDD to a desktop that has exhausted its native PSU SATA connectors, or installing an additional optical drive in a media or backup server.
It is also useful in custom PC builds or upgrades where the power supply has a limited number of SATA outputs, enabling cleaner cable management by reducing the need for multiple independent power runs. The adapter supports both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA drives, making it versatile for a range of storage expansion projects in business IT, creative workstations, and home computing environments.
Desktop Storage Expansion
Add extra SATA SSDs or HDDs to office desktops, gaming PCs, or workstations when the power supply lacks sufficient native connectors.
Server & NAS Drive Additions
Install additional drives in network-attached storage (NAS) units or home servers that use standard SATA power connections, maximizing storage without a PSU upgrade.
Highlights
- Adds an extra SATA power outlet from a single PSU connector.
- Features latching connectors to prevent accidental disconnections.
- 6-inch length for flexible, clean cable management in PC cases.
- Converts 1x 15-pin SATA male to 2x 15-pin SATA female.
- Compatible with SATA power supplies, hard drives, and SSDs.
- RoHS compliant, meeting environmental safety standards.
- Backed by a lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability.
- Cost-effective solution versus upgrading the entire power supply.
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PYO2LSATA |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | 6in Latching SATA Power Y Splitter Cable Adapter - M/F |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Splitter Cord |
| Technical Information | |
| First End Connector Type | SATA |
| First End Connector Detail | 1 x 15-pin SATA |
| Second End Connector Type | SATA |
| Second End Connector Detail | 2 x 15-pin SATA |
| Device Supported | Power Supply,SATA Drive |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Cord Length | 6" (152.40 mm) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What does this SATA power Y splitter cable do?
This adapter takes a single 15-pin SATA power output from your computer's power supply and splits it into two separate SATA power connectors. It allows you to power two SATA devices—like hard drives or SSDs—from one PSU port, effectively adding an extra power outlet without needing to upgrade your power supply.
Are the connectors on this cable latching?
Yes, all connectors on the StarTech.com PYO2LSATA feature a latching design. This mechanism provides a secure click when plugged in, preventing the cable from accidentally disconnecting due to vibration, movement, or cable tension, which is essential for maintaining stable power delivery to your drives.
What is the length of the cable?
The cable is 6 inches long (approximately 152.4 mm). This length offers practical flexibility for routing inside most desktop PC cases, allowing you to connect drives while keeping cable management tidy and avoiding excessive slack that can obstruct airflow.
Is this adapter compatible with all SATA power supplies and drives?
Yes, it is designed to the standard SATA power specification. The male connector plugs into any 15-pin SATA power output from a PSU, and the female connectors are compatible with SATA hard drives, solid-state drives, and optical drives that use a 15-pin SATA power input.
Does this cable come with a warranty?
Yes, the StarTech.com PYO2LSATA is backed by a lifetime limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product, providing assurance of its durability and reliability for long-term use in business IT and personal computing environments.
Is this product environmentally compliant?
Yes, this cable is RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant. It is manufactured without using hazardous materials like lead, mercury, or cadmium, meeting international environmental standards for safer electronic components.
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