Sonnet Echo Express SEL (Thunderbolt 3 Edition)

With the Echo Express SEL, you can instantly enable high-performance workflows such as 16Gb Fibre Channel, 40Gb Ethernet, RAID control, or 4K/8K video capture. It’s the perfect bridge between portable simplicity and full desktop capability.

Blazing Thunderbolt 3 Performance
Built around the 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 3 interface, the Echo Express SEL delivers up to 2750 MB/s of PCIe bandwidth - double the speed of the previous Thunderbolt generation. This ensures your installed PCIe card operates at full speed, even under heavy workloads.

• • x8 PCIe 3.0 Slot: Supports one half-length (up to 6.6") low-profile, single-width card.
  • Full-Speed Operation: Ideal for demanding high-bandwidth cards such as dual-port 10GbE adapters and 4K capture devices.
  • Universal PCIe Support: Compatible with PCIe 1.1, 2.0, and 3.0 cards.

The SEL’s low-profile design accommodates the most popular Thunderbolt-compatible cards for high-speed networking, video, and storage - without wasted space or noise.

Smart, Silent, and Efficient
Engineered for professional environments, the Echo Express SEL combines a rugged aluminium enclosure with intelligent cooling and power management.

• • Remarkably Quiet: A variable-speed, temperature-controlled fan automatically adjusts for silent operation - even during intense processing.
  • Energy Saver Mode: Powers on and off automatically with your host computer, saving energy and eliminating the need for manual switching.
  • Secure Connection: Includes a ThunderLok 3 retainer clip to prevent accidental cable disconnections - essential for mission-critical workflows.

Compact, reliable, and whisper-quiet, the Echo Express SEL fits seamlessly into editing bays, studios, and production racks.

Expand Your Workflow with Daisy-Chained Thunderbolt 3
The Echo Express SEL isn’t just a PCIe expansion—it’s a connectivity hub. Featuring dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, it provides flexibility for professional setups:

• • Daisy Chain: Connect up to five additional Thunderbolt devices from the second port.
  • Display Ready: Drive two 4K displays (60Hz) or a single 5K display (60Hz) directly from the enclosure.
  • Power for Peripherals: Provides 15 W of power to bus-powered devices through the daisy chain port.
  • USB 3.1 Gen 2 Support: Fully compatible with 10 Gbps USB-C devices via appropriate adapters.

A 0.7-metre Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gbps) cable and ThunderLok 3 clip are included—ready to connect out of the box.

Main features:

• Desktop PCIe expansion for Thunderbolt 3 computers (Mac, Windows, and Linux).
• 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 3 interface delivering 2750 MB/s PCIe bandwidth.
• One PCIe 3.0 x8 slot for low-profile, half-length, single-width cards.
• Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining and display support.
• Variable-speed fan for quiet, temperature-controlled cooling.
• Energy Saver Mode automatically powers on/off with host system.
• Up to 15 W power delivery for bus-powered peripherals.
• Includes Thunderbolt 3 cable (0.7 m) and ThunderLok 3 retainer clip.
• Compact, rugged aluminium design—professional-grade reliability.

Tech Specs:

• Range: Echo Express
• Series: PCIe Card Expansion System
• Interface: Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gbps)
• PCIe Slot: 1 × PCIe 3.0 ×8
• Card Support: 1 × Low-profile, Half-length (6.6 inches), Single-width
• Ports: 2 × Thunderbolt 3
• Power: 15 W to connected peripherals
• Cooling: Variable-speed temperature-controlled fan
  
• Weight: 2.04 kg
• Box Contents: Echo Express SEL, Universal power adapter, Power cord, 0.7 m Thunderbolt 3 cable, ThunderLok 3 clip, Documentation
• Warranty: 24 months
• Discover Sonnet Technologies with PCIe Card Expansion Systems [Echo Express SEL T3]: https://www.sonnettech.com/product/echo-express-sel-tb3/overview.html