Is there any loss of performance using Molex to SATA adapters? I'll be using it to power an SSD where my SATA chain won't reach.

It doesn't affect performance at all, it either provides power or it doesn't. This adapter doesn't provide 3.3v which is provided normally over a sata power cable but I've yet to see any hard drive or SSD that used the 3.3v provided. These cables are quite common and I've never had any compatibility issues.

Are the Molex end pins on this well held in place? I'm going to be connecting and disconnecting it frequently, and on the last two of my cables like this the pins wiggled and didnt line up right and got bent.

no, they are standard and will not handle repeated disconnects. Consider a SATA drive dray that supports hot swap

Is this available female to female?

I'm trying to think of why you are asking this. Do you have a computer with only SATA power connections and you want to connect a drive with only Molex? In any case, yours is a question for NewEgg or other supplier.

Are the wires on the SATA end molded or crimped on?

If I remember correctly I think it's crimped but really the molex end sucked plugging it in and the sata end was kinda cheap.

Seagate BarraCuda NE-ST8000DM004 8TB 5400 RPM 256MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive Bare Drive

(3,795)

$249^.99 –
Save: 15%

$19^.99

Free 92-day Returns

This product is available for $17.99 from a Top Rated seller.

Limit 99999 per customer.

Sold by Newegg

Shipped by Newegg

Price alert

Add to Wish List(Found on 7 wish lists)

Best Sellers

Hot Deals 4 Less

Top Rated

4 (3,724 total ratings)

$17^.99

More Resources

Manufacturer Brochure

StarTech 6" 4 Pin Molex to SATA Power Cable Adapter SATAPOWADAP

(130) Write a Review

Style: Straight

Left Angle
Right Angle
Straight

Power a Serial ATA hard drive from a conventional LP4 power supply connection
6in 4 Pin Molex to SATA Power Cable Adapter C LP4 to SATA
Compliant with Serial ATA 3.0 standard
15 pin SATA power (M) to 4 pin internal power (F)

Overview

Specs

Reviews (130)

See all Q & A

Any questions? Ask Celeste^SM will help you find out quickly.

Try me now

6IN LP4 MALE TO SATA HARDDRIVE POWER ADAPTER

Best Seller Ranking	#51 in SATA / eSATA Cables

Model
Brand	StarTech.com
Model	SATAPOWADAP
Type	Power
Type	Cable Connectors
Color	Multi-Color

Details
Length	6"
Cable Length	6 in.
Connector Number	2
Connector Detail	Connector A: 1 x SATA Power (15 pin) Receptacle Connector B: 1 x LP4 (4 pin; Molex Large Drive Power) Male
Specifications	Cable Jacket Type: PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride Connector Style: Straight

Features
Features	Compatible with both 2.5" and 3.5" Serial ATA Hard Drives allows the use of newer hard drives with older power supplies Connects a Serial ATA Hard Drive to a standard internal power connector - SATA (15 pin) to 4 pin Molex (LP4) Provide power to your Serial ATA hard drive through a standard Molex connection from your power supply Compliant with Serial ATA 1.0 standard

Additional Information
First Listed on Newegg	May 16, 2007

Warranty & Returns

Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

Warranty

Limited Warranty period (parts): Lifetime
Limited Warranty period (labor): Lifetime
Read full details

Return Policies

We want to ensure your holiday shopping this year is hassle-free. That’s why we’re automatically extending our return policies on almost every product! For purchases placed between November 1st, 2025 and December 31, 2025 you will have until January 31, 2026 to return your product.

Return for refund until: January 31, 2026
Return for replacement until: January 31, 2026
This item is covered by Newegg.com's Extended Holiday Return Policy.
Read full return policy for details.

Best Sellers

Sponsored Products

StarTech 6" 4 Pin Molex to SATA Power Cable Adapter SATAPOWADAP

Learn more about the STARTECH SATAPOWADAP

Customer Reviews of the STARTECH SATAPOWADAP

Warranty & Returns

Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

Warranty

Return Policies

Manufacturer Contact Info

Item#: N82E16812200061

Best Sellers

Sponsored Products

StarTech 6" 4 Pin Molex to SATA Power Cable Adapter SATAPOWADAP

Learn more about the STARTECH SATAPOWADAP

Customer Reviews of the STARTECH SATAPOWADAP

Warranty & Returns

Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

Warranty

Return Policies

Manufacturer Contact Info