PCIe 6.0 READY

Custom PCIe Gen5/Gen6 & MCIO Cable Assemblies for AI Servers and Data Centers

We manufacture high-speed internal cable assemblies including PCIe 5.0/6.0 riser cables, MCIO SFF-TA-1016, SlimSAS SFF-8654, OCuLink, MiniSAS HD, and custom twinax cable solutions for AI servers, GPU servers, data centers, and enterprise storage systems.

Why Source From Suntecc?
  • 100% In-house VNA & TDR Testing (Keysight 53GHz)
  • Strict 85Ω ±5% Impedance Control for AI Servers
  • Custom OEM/ODM with Test Reports & Engineering Samples
1995 TC&C founded in Taiwan
2007 Dongguan Suntecc factory
7-10 days Typical sample lead time
100% Electrical and visual inspection
53 GHz High-frequency validation capability

Core High-Speed Products

PCIe Gen5/Gen6, MCIO SFF-TA-1016, SlimSAS SFF-8654 & OCuLink Cable Assemblies

Custom high-speed internal cable assemblies for AI servers, GPU servers, data centers, and enterprise storage systems. We support custom cable length, connector orientation, pinout, impedance control, and engineering validation requirements.

PCIe 6.0 CEM to MCIO 8i x2 cable assembly for AI servers

PCIe 6.0 / MCIO SFF-TA-1016

PCIe 6.0 CEM to MCIO 8i x2 Cable Assembly

PN
T1070I7J12504
Interface
CEM 16X to MCIO 8i x2
Speed
64 GT/s per lane (PCIe 6.0)
Impedance
85Ω ±5% differential
Application
Next-generation AI server, GPU accelerator and high-density PCIe interconnect architectures
PCIe 6.0 Gen6 x16 riser cable assembly for GPU servers

PCIe 6.0

PCIe 6.0 x16 Riser Cable Assembly

PN
T1070I4162502
Interface
PCIe Gen6 x16 CEM
Speed
64 GT/s, 16 lanes
Length
150mm - 500mm (custom)
Application
GPU servers, workstations, AI platforms
PCIe 5.0 Gen5 x16 GPU riser cable assembly

PCIe 5.0

PCIe 5.0 x16 GPU Riser Cable Assembly

PN
T1070H7162519
Interface
PCIe Gen5 x16 CEM
Bandwidth
64 GB/s (16 lanes)
Verified
3DMark: 62 GB/s (97% efficiency)
Application
GPU servers, workstations, industrial PCs
MCIO SFF-TA-1016 8i braided cable assembly

MCIO SFF-TA-1016

MCIO 8i High-Speed Cable Assembly

PN
T1070H57425X3
Interface
MCIO 8i (SFF-TA-1016)
Impedance
85Ω / 100Ω differential
Options
Braided shield, side-bend connector
Application
Dense servers, storage controllers, backplanes
MCIO SFF-TA-1016 16i 124-pin cable assembly for AI servers

MCIO SFF-TA-1016

MCIO 16i 124-Pin Cable Assembly

PN
T1070H5C425X1
Interface
MCIO 16i 124-pin (SFF-TA-1016)
Lanes
16 PCIe lanes
Connector
124-pin high-density
Application
AI backplane, GPU servers, storage systems
SlimSAS SFF-8654 8X cable assembly for storage systems

SlimSAS SFF-8654

SlimSAS SFF-8654 8X Cable Assembly

PN
T1070F57425X1
Interface
SFF-8654 8X (SlimSAS)
Lanes
8 SAS/PCIe lanes
Fanout
SFF-8643, SATA, OCuLink
Application
JBOD, RAID, NVMe storage enclosures
U.2 U.3 NVMe storage cable assembly for server SSD

U.2/U.3 NVMe

U.2/U.3 NVMe Storage Cable Assembly

PN
T1070E9681801
Interface
SFF-8639 to SFF-8643
Protocol
NVMe, SAS, SATA
Hot-swap
Supported
Application
NVMe SSD, server storage systems
OCuLink SFF-8611 PCIe cable assembly for eGPU and industrial

OCuLink SFF-8611

OCuLink SFF-8611 PCIe 4X Cable Assembly

PN
T1070G5421903
Interface
OCuLink SFF-8611 4X
Lanes
4 PCIe lanes
Length
500mm - 2m (custom)
Application
eGPU, industrial PCs, external PCIe connections
PCIe 5.0 12VHPWR 600W power cable assembly for GPU

12VHPWR

PCIe 5.0 12VHPWR 600W Power Cable Assembly

PN
AG-PW-8416M2-045
Rating
16-pin, 600W, 16AWG
Connector
12VHPWR (12+4 pin)
Compatibility
RTX 4090, RTX 5090
Application
GPU power, custom builds, workstations
USB4 80G 240W Type-C cable assembly

USB4

USB4 80G 240W Type-C Cable Assembly

PN
USB4 80G 8K
Speed
80 Gbps (USB4 Gen4)
Power
240W PD 3.1
Display
8K@60Hz / 4K@120Hz
Application
Docks, displays, workstations
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Engineer Selection Guide

Choose by Interface, System Role and Routing Constraint

A concise comparison helps engineers and sourcing teams decide which interface family should enter the RFQ first.

High-Speed Interface Technical Comparison (MCIO vs SlimSAS vs PCIe)
Specification PCIe 6.0 / 5.0 CEM MCIO (SFF-TA-1016) SlimSAS (SFF-8654)
Max Speed / Bandwidth 64 GT/s (Gen6) / 32 GT/s (Gen5) Up to 64 GT/s (PCIe 6.0 ready) Up to 24G SAS / 32 GT/s PCIe 5.0
Target Application GPU / Accelerator Expansion High-Density AI Server Internal Routing Enterprise Storage / NVMe / RAID
Impedance 85Ω differential 85Ω (PCIe) or 100Ω differential 85Ω / 100Ω differential
Protocol Support PCIe / CXL PCIe / CXL / Ethernet SAS / PCIe / SATA
Interface Typical role Common Suntecc options Best for
PCIe 6.0 / 5.0 GPU, accelerator and motherboard expansion routing CEM to MCIO, x16 riser, custom length and angle AI servers, GPU platforms, high-end workstations
MCIO SFF-TA-1016 Compact high-density internal PCIe routing 4i/8i/16i, 85/100Ω differential, 124-pin/148-pin, straight or side-bend Dense servers, storage controllers, backplanes
SlimSAS SFF-8654 Enterprise storage and multi-lane SAS/PCIe cabling 4X/8X, SFF-8643, SATA fanout, OCuLink fanout JBOD, RAID, NVMe storage enclosures
U.2/U.3 NVMe NVMe SSD drive connection SFF-8639 to Mini-SAS HD, SATA power, braided options Server SSD trays and storage systems
OCuLink SFF-8611 Compact PCIe 4X internal or external connection 8611 to 8611, 8611 to Mini-SAS HD, right-angle options Industrial PCs, embedded systems, external PCIe links

Bandwidth Proof

Independent PCIe 5.0 x16 Bandwidth Benchmark

Laboratory benchmark testing of PCIe 5.0 x16 riser cables under identical conditions using 3DMark Storage Bandwidth test. All cables tested with the same GPU, motherboard and NVMe SSD.

Typical generic PCIe 5.0 riser cable 3DMark bandwidth test showing only 42 GB/s
Typical Generic Cable
42 GB/s

⚠ Only 66% of rated bandwidth reached — a common result with cables that lack proper impedance control and shielding, causing severe signal attenuation at Gen5 speeds.

Average market PCIe 5.0 riser cable 3DMark bandwidth test showing 52 GB/s
Average Market Cable
52 GB/s

⚠ 19% bandwidth loss — passable under light load, but signal integrity degrades noticeably during sustained high-throughput data transfer.

Suntecc 3DMark bandwidth test showing 62 GB/s
Suntecc
✓ 62 GB/s

97% of theoretical maximum — validated signal integrity with minimal attenuation at PCIe 5.0 x16 bandwidth.

Validation

GPU-Z PCIe 5.0 x16 Confirmation

PCIe 5.0 x16 link confirmed with full bandwidth utilization. The GPU-Z screenshot verifies the connection is running at PCIe 5.0 speeds with no fallback to lower generations.

GPU-Z showing PCIe 5.0 x16 connection at full bandwidth

Engineering Proof

Signal Integrity Validated — Not Assumed

For AI server and storage platforms, cable performance must be verified by measurement, not claimed by specification sheets. Suntecc's in-house lab validates impedance, insertion loss, return loss, crosstalk, and eye diagram compliance using VNA and TDR testing before every shipment.

Keysight ENA E5080B network analyzer for high-frequency cable testing
Equipment

Keysight ENA E5080B Network Analyzer

100 kHz to 53 GHz frequency range for comprehensive S-parameter measurement, impedance analysis and insertion loss characterization.

PCIe Gen6 eye diagram test result
Result

PCIe 6.0 Eye Diagram Analysis

Eye diagram validation confirms signal quality meets PCIe 6.0 specifications. Used for design verification and production quality assurance.

PCIe Gen6 insertion loss comparison
Analysis

Insertion Loss Characterization

Frequency-domain loss measurement from DC to 26.6 GHz (Nyquist for PCIe 6.0). Enables data-driven cable length and material selection.

85Ω / 100Ω Differential Impedance Control Precision impedance matching for PCIe and SAS/PCIe interfaces. Controlled within ±5% tolerance using TDR testing.
Low Insertion Loss & Return Loss Optimized dielectric materials and conductor geometry for minimal signal attenuation at 32 GT/s and 64 GT/s. S-parameter test reports available upon request.
Low Crosstalk & EMI Shielding Aluminum foil, braided shield and LSZH/PVC jacket combinations for varying EMI environments. Crosstalk evaluation included in testing.
100% Production Testing Every cable undergoes electrical continuity, Hi-pot, impedance, and visual inspection before shipment. VNA and TDR testing available for custom requirements.

Technical content reviewed against Suntecc's available product catalog, factory capability materials and high-frequency testing evidence.

Manufacturing & QC

From Prototype to Mass Production

Suntecc combines Taiwan engineering support with Dongguan manufacturing efficiency. We support early engineering samples, custom drawings and scalable production for recurring B2B orders.

300+skilled workers
500K+monthly capacity
7-10day sample lead time
Suntecc Dongguan cable assembly production line Suntecc 12-step cable manufacturing process
01Requirement review
02Material selection
03Cutting and stripping
04Crimping or soldering
05Assembly and labeling
06TDR and electrical test
07Visual inspection
08Packaging and shipment

Application Solutions

Built Around Real Engineering Scenarios

Instead of selling only part numbers, we help customers match connector type, speed, length, shielding and routing constraints to the target system.

AI Server

GPU & Accelerator Interconnects

PCIe 6.0 CEM to MCIO, MCIO 8X/16X assemblies. Designed for next-generation AI server, GPU accelerator and high-density PCIe interconnect architectures; platform compatibility depends on connector, pinout, channel budget and system validation. Supports 400G/800G accelerator routing with validated signal integrity.

Storage

Enterprise Storage & JBOD

SlimSAS SFF-8654, Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643 and MCIO assemblies for storage backplanes, RAID controllers and high-density NVMe enclosures. Fanout options to SATA and OCuLink.

Industrial

Embedded & Ruggedized Systems

OCuLink and PCIe cables with custom length, right-angle connectors, LSZH/PVC jacket and EMI shielding for constrained industrial PCs, medical devices and edge computing platforms.

High-End PC

GPU Risers & Power Cables

PCIe 5.0/6.0 riser cables, 12VHPWR 600W power cables and USB4 80G accessories for gaming rigs, workstations and premium PC brands. Retail packaging available.

Custom OEM/ODM

Custom Cable Design from Drawing Review to Production

Send us your mechanical constraints, connector requirements, speed target or drawing. Our team can support design review, DFM feedback, sample production and volume manufacturing.

Custom length Right-angle connectors 30AWG / 32AWG Labeling LSZH / PVC jacket Shielding options Packaging Co-branding

Typical Custom Process

  1. 01Share requirements or drawing
  2. 02Engineering review and quotation
  3. 03Sample build in 7-10 days
  4. 04Testing and validation
  5. 05Mass production and inspection

RFQ

Send Your BOM/Drawing for Rapid DFM & Prototyping

Submit your requirements for a detailed quotation. If you have drawings, BOM, impedance targets or test specifications, please include them. You can also send files directly to info@suntecc.com.

  • Response within 24 business hours (GMT+8, Mon-Fri)
  • DFM review and design consultation available
  • Engineering samples supported with full test reports (VNA & Eye Diagram)
  • Volume production from 100 to 100,000+ units

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Resources

Helpful RFQ and Selection References

Use these official Suntecc resources to continue product research, compare interfaces and prepare a more accurate RFQ.

Capability Sheet

Company overview, factory capability, quality system and supported high-speed product families.

All Product Families

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MCIO vs SlimSAS Guide

Read Suntecc's interface selection article for server and storage high-speed transmission designs.

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PCIe 5.0 / 6.0 FAQ

Use the FAQ article as a starting point before selecting PCIe cable length, connector and test requirements.

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Designed for next-generation AI server, GPU accelerator and high-density PCIe interconnect architectures; platform compatibility depends on connector, pinout, channel budget and system validation. Send us your platform layout and we'll recommend the exact configuration.

Yes. Suntecc validates PCIe 6.0 cables in-house using Keysight ENA E5080B network analyzers (100 kHz – 53 GHz). We measure impedance (85Ω ±5%), insertion loss, return loss and eye diagram compliance. In our 3DMark bandwidth test, Suntecc PCIe 5.0 x16 riser cables achieved 62 GB/s (97% efficiency) — among the highest in the market.

For PCIe 6.0 (64 GT/s), we recommend ≤500mm for optimal signal integrity. For PCIe 5.0 (32 GT/s), lengths up to 1 meter are achievable with proper impedance control. Longer lengths are possible with signal conditioning — contact our engineering team for DFM feedback on your specific requirements.

For U.2/U.3 NVMe drives, use our SFF-8639 to SFF-8643 cables (model T1070E9681801). These support NVMe, SAS and SATA protocols with hot-swap capability. For multi-drive JBOD enclosures, use SlimSAS SFF-8654 8X with fanout to SFF-8643 or SATA connectors.

SFF-8654 / SlimSAS is optimized for enterprise storage (JBOD, RAID, NVMe enclosures) with SAS/PCIe dual-protocol support. MCIO SFF-TA-1016 is designed for compact AI server internal routing where space is constrained. Choose SFF-8654 for storage backplanes; choose MCIO for GPU/accelerator interconnects.

Yes. Suntecc supports full OEM/ODM services including custom length, right-angle / side-bend connectors, wire gauge (30AWG/32AWG), LSZH/PVC jacket, EMI shielding, labeling and co-branding. MOQ starts from 100 units for standard configs. Send your drawing or BOM for DFM review.

Standard samples: 7-10 business days. Custom samples: 2-3 weeks depending on complexity. Volume production: 3-4 weeks after sample approval. For urgent needs, contact us for expedited options.

In-house testing: Impedance, insertion loss, return loss, eye diagram (up to 53 GHz). Production testing: 100% electrical continuity and visual inspection. Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, UL listed. We can provide custom test reports based on your specifications.

Please provide: 1) Product family (PCIe 6.0/5.0, MCIO, SlimSAS, etc.), 2) Connector type and pinout, 3) Cable length, 4) Target platform, 5) Quantity, 6) Any testing or certification requirements. Drawings or BOM files can be sent to info@suntecc.com.

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Send Your Drawing or Pinout for Custom Cable Assembly

Our engineering team will review your requirements and provide a custom cable assembly solution. For drawings, test requirements or urgent sample needs, contact the team directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

AI Server & Storage Cable Assembly FAQs

Common questions from engineering and sourcing teams regarding our high-speed interconnect solutions.

Are these cables compatible with next-generation AI servers?

Designed for next-generation AI server, GPU accelerator and high-density PCIe interconnect architectures; platform compatibility depends on connector, pinout, channel budget and system validation.

Can Suntecc cables handle PCIe 6.0 64 GT/s signal integrity?

Yes. Suntecc validates PCIe 6.0 cables in-house using Keysight ENA E5080B network analyzers (100 kHz – 53 GHz). They measure impedance (85Ω ±5%), insertion loss, return loss and eye diagram compliance. In 3DMark bandwidth testing, Suntecc PCIe 5.0 x16 riser cables achieved 62 GB/s (97% efficiency).

What is the maximum cable length for PCIe 6.0 assemblies?

For PCIe 6.0 (64 GT/s), ≤500mm is recommended for optimal signal integrity. For PCIe 5.0 (32 GT/s), lengths up to 1 meter are achievable with proper impedance control. Longer lengths are possible with signal conditioning.

When should I choose SlimSAS SFF-8654 vs MCIO?

SlimSAS (SFF-8654) is optimized for enterprise storage (JBOD, RAID, NVMe enclosures) with SAS/PCIe dual-protocol support. MCIO (SFF-TA-1016) is designed for compact AI server internal routing where space is constrained. Choose SFF-8654 for storage backplanes; choose MCIO for GPU/accelerator interconnects.

Can Suntecc do custom OEM/ODM cable design?

Yes. Suntecc supports full OEM/ODM services including custom length, right-angle / side-bend connectors, wire gauge (30AWG/32AWG), LSZH/PVC jacket, EMI shielding, labeling and co-branding. MOQ starts from 100 units for standard configurations.

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