Docking Station

17 in 1 Thunderbolt 5 Docking 80Gbps Intel Certification | Customizable PCBA

Item No.: PEC-DS019B
The DS019B Thunderbolt 5 Dock is the ultimate enterprise hub. It delivers a breakthrough 120Gbps bandwidth and 16-in-1 connectivity, featuring 140W PD host charging and triple 8K display support to eliminate all workstation bottlenecks.
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Description

  Core Selling Points

 

  120Gbps Extreme Bandwidth Featuring the latest Thunderbolt 5 upstream port, the 120Gbps dynamic bandwidth eliminates data congestion, effortlessly handling uncompressed 8K video streams and high-speed NVMe storage arrays.

PURPLELEC PEC-DS019B Thunderbolt 5 80Gbps Docking Station Interface Description Diagram


  16-in-1 Ultimate Expansion A comprehensive array of 16 high-performance ports, including 4× Thunderbolt 5 and 7× USB ports, meets the complex peripheral needs of professional workstations, enabling standardized one-stop deployment.

 

  Triple 8K Visual Engine Downstream TBT5 ports support DP Alt Mode 2.1, allowing for a single 8K@60Hz or triple 4K@60Hz display output. It provides a vast and crystal-clear field of view for financial monitoring and professional color grading.

 

  240W Robust Power Delivery Equipped with a 240W (20V/12A) independent DC power supply, it ensures stable full-load operation for all peripherals while providing up to 140W of continuous power to the host via PD 3.1 protocol.

PURPLELEC PEC-DS019B Thunderbolt 5 80Gbps Docking Station Scene Demonstration


  Front-facing 20W Fast Charging Features a front-facing USB-C port (10Gbps) with 20W PD output. Quickly charge mobile devices or tablets while transferring data at high speeds, significantly improving desktop collaboration efficiency.

 

  Application Scenarios

  The DS019B is specifically designed for high-load professional environments. Whether processing massive 8K footage in a DIT workflow, building a multi-screen high-frequency trading desk for financial analysts, or meeting the complex device testing needs of IT architects, this docking station redefines workstation efficiency with superior bandwidth scheduling and rock-solid power supply.

PURPLELEC DS019B Scene Diagram

Specifications

 

   Specification

   Details

   Hardware Interface

   Thunderbolt 5, USB 3.2 Gen2 / Gen1, USB 2.0, 2.5G Ethernet, 3.5mm Audio/Mic, SD/TF Card Reader, DC Power

   Total Number of Ports

   17 (Including Power Switch)

   Total USB Ports

   12 (4× Thunderbolt 5, 1× USB-C 10Gbps, 7× USB-A)

   Video Output

   Supports Triple Display via TBT5 ports; Single 8K@60Hz, Dual 8K@60Hz + 8K@30Hz, or Triple 3× 4K@60Hz

   Max Data Transfer Rate

   120Gbps (Thunderbolt 5 Upstream Bandwidth)

   Power Delivery (Wattage)

   240W DC Input / 140W PD Host Charging / 18W-20W PD Mobile Device Charging

   Card Reader Spec

   SD / TF 4.0 (UHS-III), Supports simultaneous Read/Write for both cards

   Compatible Devices

   Laptops, Desktops, and Workstations with Thunderbolt 5 / 4 / 3, USB4, or Full-featured USB-C (DP Alt Mode)

   Operating System

   Mac OS X 10.X or later, Windows 8/10/11 (32/64 bit), Linux (Plug-and-Play)

   Item Dimensions

   130.7 × 121.7 × 38.6 mm

   Casing Material

   Industrial-grade Aluminum Alloy (Iron Grey)

   Working Environment

   Op Temp: 0℃ to 40℃ / Storage Temp: -10℃ to +55℃

FAQ

  Q: Is this docking station backward compatible with older devices?
  A: Yes. The DS019B utilizes the latest Thunderbolt 5 architecture, which is fully backward compatible with Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, and full-featured USB-C devices on both Windows and Mac platforms.

 

  Q: How do I achieve the triple 8K display output described?
  A: You can connect displays via the three downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports. It supports a single monitor up to 8K@60Hz. For dual setups, it supports 8K@60Hz + 8K@30Hz. For triple setups, it supports 3× 4K@60Hz, provided your host GPU and OS (such as Windows MST) support these resolutions.

 

  Q: Why does it require a 240W power adapter? Can it charge my laptop?
  A: The 240W DC adapter ensures the dock has enough power to run the system and all connected peripherals (like high-speed NVMe drives) simultaneously. It provides up to 140W via the upstream PD 3.1 port to charge your laptop, leaving ample power for other downstream ports.

 

  Q: Does it support simultaneous use of SD and TF cards?
  A: Yes. The DS019B features high-speed SD 4.0 and TF 4.0 slots that support simultaneous reading and writing, which is ideal for photographers and videographers who need to offload data from multiple cards at once.

 

  Q: Do I need to install any drivers to use this dock?
  A: No drivers are required. The DS019B is a plug-and-play device for Windows 11, latest macOS, and Linux systems. This reduces IT deployment complexity and maintenance costs for enterprise users.

PCBA
  120Gbps on a Single Board
 
  Built around the latest Thunderbolt 5 controller, this PCBA carries 80Gbps bidirectional bandwidth — and up to 120Gbps in Bandwidth Boost mode — across a compact multi-layer board. Every high-speed differential pair is impedance-matched and length-tuned to keep TB5 signals clean from the host port to all four downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports.
 
  •  Multi-layer PCB with controlled impedance — dedicated ground planes shield TB5, USB 3.2 Gen2, and DP Alt Mode 2.1 traces from cross-interference
 
  •  Four downstream TB5 ports routed independently — concurrent 8K video and high-speed data without bus contention
 
  •  Re-driver / re-timer placement optimized for short, symmetrical high-speed paths
 
  •  DP Alt Mode 2.1 video routing tuned for clean triple-display output up to 8K@60Hz
 
  •  EMI-compliant layout — pre-tested for FCC / CE radiated emission limits
 
  For OEM/ODM partners: controller selection, port count, and port configuration (TB5 / USB / HDMI / Ethernet) are fully customizable to match your end-product spec.

PURPLELEC DS019B Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station PCBA

  Built to Power Sixteen Ports at Once
 
  Running a full 16-port dock — four TB5 ports, USB, 2.5G Ethernet, dual card readers, and audio — alongside 140W host charging isn't a power or thermal problem we solve after the fact. It's designed into the board. Dedicated DC-DC stages distribute clean, isolated rails from the 240W DC input, while large copper pours and component placement work with the chassis heatsink to keep the controller and power stages within their thermal envelope.
 
  •  Independent, isolated power rails — host PD 3.1 (up to 140W) and the downstream ports don't disturb one another under load
 
  •  High-current inductors and low-ESR caps sized for sustained 240W input / 140W PD output
 
  •  Thermal-aware layout — the TB5 controller and hot power components placed for direct chassis contact and active airflow
 
  •  Industrial-grade components sourced from qualified suppliers with full traceability
 
  •  SMT process on our in-house line, with AOI inspection on every board
 
  18 years of manufacturing experience. Every PCBA ships only after functional testing, aging testing, and final QC.