Experiments Problem: PCIe 6 pin cables burned and may require a
new power supply, or sending for repair
Electrical tape and lack of ventilation causes
over heating of wires to Bitcoin miners
especially in warm weather.
Hypothesis: We can use the Molex and SATA connectors with an adapter purchased on eBay for about $2 each
Conclusion: The SATA connectors worked
the best.
Molex melted after a few days.
It is very important that each connector has its own cable back to the power
supply unit (PSU)
Trying to put 2 connectors on one cable resulted in melting rubber on the wires,
and extreme heat.
The SATA to PCIe worked well
Cutting the 8 pin PCIe to make a 6 pin worked the best.
It is much better to separate the wires so they can breathe, and dissipate the heat.
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PCI-e 6 pin |
Molex |
SATA |
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Peripheral Component Interface - express |
Molded Extrusion |
Serial Advance Technology Attachment |
 Molex to 6 pin PCIe |
 Wires became very hot |
 Wires got very hot |
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 2 Molex to 1 PCIe from Amazon for about $2 each |
 Use a razor blade to cut the black tape "cowling" that keeps the wires close together and heating up. |
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 SATA to PCIe |
 Working well |
 Burnt PCIe connector |
 Do not use these when toasted. It is safer to use a new connector |
Cut off or disconnect worn wires to and tape them. Safety first! |
