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SATA Power Y Splitter Recommendation

So I bought a SATA power Y splitter sleeved in white to match my build's color scheme.
I have a NXST S340 case so by using the power sata cable from the PSU is kind of hard to
connect since they are side by side.

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So I have one of those power supply tester... 
I tested all the sata power connections that are in the PSU's power sata cable, and the 3.3, 5, and 12v lights show full brightness.
When I test the Y splitter extension, 5v and 12v lights turn on but not as bright as the 3.3v
So for now I'm not using that cable...
This splitter I bought it from a store that I guess they make them on order but even the sleeving looks super cheap.

Could you guys recommend me a good brand for this kind of splitter?
I don't care if it isn't sleeved. I would paint it anyway. 


 

 

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@blu4
 

​Do you think the Y splitter could affect the voltages as oppose to a regular power sata extension?

Actually I'm just asking for a good brand for this kind of stuff. As I said I don't care about the sleeving.

I've seen some horror stories about extensions or adapters burning at some forums.
So that's why I am asking for a reputable brand for this.

CPU: Intel i7 4790 Quad-Core (8 threads) 3.6GHz - 4.0GHz (Turbo) | Motherboard: Asus Sabertooth Z87  | RAM: HyperX 16Gb(2x8Gb) 1866MHz | GPU: EVGA GeForce GTX 960 4GB Case: NZXT S340 | CPU Cooler: Cryorig H7 | Case Fans:  NZXT FN V2 120mm x2, Rosewill Hyperborea 140mm x2 | PSU: Seasonic S12G 550 | Lighting: Darkside RGB LED Strip SSD: Samsung 850 EVO | Monitor: ASUS PB258Q | OS: Ubuntu 14.04 

 

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I only suggest using Y cables for fans in your PC. The SATA power cables have a certain rating designed for peripherals. I am not sure how to Y splitter would work in this situation.

See my blog for amusing encounters from IT workplace: http://linustechtips.com/main/blog/585-life-of-a-techie/

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