--- product_id: 184676568 title: "OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for 27 inch iMac 2012 and later" brand: "owc" price: "€ 148.17" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 category: "Owc" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/184676568-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # Compatible with iMac 2012+ All-in-one install toolkit Digital thermal sensor integration OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for 27 inch iMac 2012 and later **Brand:** owc **Price:** € 148.17 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Upgrade your iMac like a pro—cool, precise, and hassle-free! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for 27 inch iMac 2012 and later by owc - **How much does it cost?** € 148.17 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/184676568-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install) ## Best For - owc enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted owc brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Broad Compatibility:** Supports all 27-inch iMac models from 2012 to 2017, ensuring future-proof upgrades. - • **Seamless iMac Upgrade:** Effortlessly install any SATA HDD without software hacks or compatibility issues. - • **Confidence with Warranty:** Backed by a 1-year limited warranty and free step-by-step install videos for stress-free setup. - • **Complete Installation Kit:** Includes precision Torx drivers, suction cups, pry tools, and microfiber cloth for a flawless DIY experience. - • **Thermal Sensor Integration:** Maintains accurate temperature monitoring with the in-line digital thermal sensor—no overheating risks. ## Overview The OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools kit is designed for 27-inch iMacs from 2012 onward, enabling seamless installation of any SATA hard drive. It includes all necessary tools and a digital thermal sensor cable to maintain system temperature accuracy without software modifications. This USA-made kit ensures compatibility, ease of installation, and peace of mind with a 1-year warranty and comprehensive online support. ## Description OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for 27 inch iMac 2012 and later Review: Exactly what I needed - This kit includes everything you need for a SSD upgrade, I did this on my late 2014 27 inch iMac 5k and all items required for this was there. Suction cups, screw driver, adhesive and SSD temp sensor. Adhesive is strong and holding the screen very well. Review: Great mid life upgrade to iMac late 2015 27” - This kit has everything except for the SSD of course for upgrading the iMac’s original HDD. The temperature sensor is working great and didn’t have the fan go crazy moment. The glue strips are well marked and the cutter and vacuum based grip are good for the 27” screen. The kit feels pricey compared to one from US but didn’t want the hassle with importing and customs. ## Features - Includes all cables and tools necessary for drive installation into main drive bay of Apple iMac 2012 and Later Models-Hard drive sold separately - Upgrade your iMac with any SATA drive, No Software hacks, AHT Diagnostic compatible - iMac 2012 and later Models: Compatible with 2012 and Later iMac Models: (2012 Model ID: iMac13,2) (2013 Model ID: iMac14,2) (2014 Model ID: iMac15,1) (2015 Model ID: iMac15,1) (2015 Model ID: iMac17,1) - Includes: OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable, 2 suction cups for the outer glass removal, OWC Torx T8S Driver, OWC Torx T10S Driver, NewerTech Pry Tool, OWC Microfiber Pro Cleaning Cloth, OWC Pick (for screen separation), Adhesive strips (for screen re-attachment) - 1 Year OWC Limited Warranty- Free install videos available on manufacturer's site ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00J42HP9O | | Best Sellers Rank | #128,143 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #324 in Internal Hard Drives | | Brand | OWC | | Brand Name | OWC | | Cable Type | SATA | | Compatible Devices | Desktop | | Compatible Phone Models | No Compatible Phone Models | | Connectivity Technology | SATA | | Connector Gender | Male-to-Male | | Connector Type | sata | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 729 Reviews | | Ethernet Cable Category | Cat 6a | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00794504334753 | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Item Shape | Round | | Item Weight | 9 g | | Manufacturer | OWC | | Model Number | OWCDIYIMACHDD12 | | Number Of Pins | 7 | | Part Number | FBA_OWCDIYIMACHDD12 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Hard Drive Upgrade for Desktop Computers | | UPC | 794504334753 | | Unit Count | 1.00 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** OWC - **Connector Type:** sata - **Cable Type:** SATA - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop - **Compatible Phone Models:** No Compatible Phone Models ## Images ![OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for 27 inch iMac 2012 and later - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yqIcYfa9L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this work on the 27" 5K Retina 2015 model?** A: It is not necessary for any iMac from Lee 2012 to 2020. The thermal sensor is on the back of the display. Pryor models of the 21.5 and 27 inch, with a DVD player require a thermal sensor for the drive from 2009-2011, as the thermal sensor plugged into the hard drive. I models prior to that, the 20 and 24 inch had a thermal sensor stuck to the top of the hard drive. I’ve upgraded at least 100 2012 to 2017 21.5 and 27 inch iMacs to SSD, and never once needed an aftermarket temp sensor. **Q: will this work with an iMac from late 2009 (model identifier is iMac11,1)?** A: I don't believe the late 2009 iMacs needs this. **Q: will this work on a 2015 iMac 27 5k?** A: Hi Xiaoming Fan, this is absolutely compatible with the 2015 27" iMac 5K. If you have more detailed questions feel free to get in touch with our expert support team at owcdigital.com/supportHope this helps, have a great day! **Q: Will this cable work with any hard drive? (hdd or ssd)** A: Hi there, I can confirm that the cable itself will work with any HDD/SSD.If you have more detailed questions feel free to get in touch with our expert support team at owcdigital.com/supportHope this helps, have a great day! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what I needed *by L***A on 18 November 2023* This kit includes everything you need for a SSD upgrade, I did this on my late 2014 27 inch iMac 5k and all items required for this was there. Suction cups, screw driver, adhesive and SSD temp sensor. Adhesive is strong and holding the screen very well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great mid life upgrade to iMac late 2015 27” *by A***T on 16 November 2021* This kit has everything except for the SSD of course for upgrading the iMac’s original HDD. The temperature sensor is working great and didn’t have the fan go crazy moment. The glue strips are well marked and the cutter and vacuum based grip are good for the 27” screen. The kit feels pricey compared to one from US but didn’t want the hassle with importing and customs. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked Well for Me *by S***E on 3 February 2017* I purchased this almost a year and a half ago because I was scared to do the install. I finally did it about a month ago, and I am happy with the results. I have a late 2013 27" iMac with i5 processor that ran like a dog because of a poor performing 1TB Seagate 5400 RPM HDD (I get it Apple, thin comes at a cost - heat). I used the OWC kit to replace that with a Seagate 2TB 3.5-Inch SATA 6GB/s Desktop SSHD (ST2000DX001) (Old Model) . While not as fast as a true SSD, it's a more cost effective solution (they are currently a hair over $100 on Amazon) and there is a noticeable increase in overall performance. My kit had everything that was shown in the online video, which can be seen on OWCs YouTube channel. They have a new version they just published on 02/03/2017. I followed OWCs instructions to the letter, and had the video playing on my PC while I was doing the teardown. As far as the replacement tape is concerned, I wish they had provided a lot more in the kit, as I had just enough after I made a couple of mistakes. The method I finally devised was to fold the backing along the tape strip and then use that as guide to line up against the edge of the iMac's case. I have confirmed the tape is the same brand and type as used by the Geniuses in the Apple Store when they disassemble your iMac. My only other recommendation is to be very careful with the screen. The glass is so large it can bow when reassembling the unit. Once I got the glass back on, it now looks like it was never taken apart. I then did a clean install of macOS Sierra and hooked my old drive up to an Anker USB 3.0 to SATA 3ft Converter Adapter Cable for 2.5 inch/3.5 inch Hard Drive Disk HDD and SSD, Power Adapter included and used the Migration Assistant to get my files and settings onto the new drive. A month in, everything is snappier and the computer actually comes back from a restart in under a minute. Some ephemera - When I was considering an SSD, I went on OWC's site and got on with live chat. I asked if I needed to use the heat sensor with an SSD, which doesn't get as hot as a comparable HDD. Chat said I have to use it, so I did a little more digging and I've confirmed that the circuitry locked up in the black connector is not only a temp sensor but also contains the EPROMS that tell the iMac the drive you're using is an Apple certified unit. Newer drives now contain the firmware to get around this issue, but my wife purchased the SHHD for me for Christmas 2014. I would have had to use the sensor anyway as the new drive is mechanical, but if you've purchased an SSD prior to 2015 that you wish to swap in, use the temp sensor. Also, this version of the 27" iMac (iMac14,2) doesn't have the eMMC slot on the logic board, so I couldn't get, say, a 64GB eMMC drive to do the Fusion Drive upgrade. On the plus side, Seagate now sells an SHHD that has the same SSD size, but uses a different schema for reading/writing data called shingled magnetic recording, or SMR. This allows for thinner platters and faster reads/writes over time. Yes, for you non-Seagate fans out there, Western Digital does make something they call a dual drive, which is a standard HDD and an SSD in the same sandwich, however, on Macs it is hard to install. They're also as expensive as a standard SSD for the same capacity. The Seagate solution just works and makes the Mac faster over time. In other words, your fifth boot will be faster than your first boot. ## Frequently Bought Together - OWC in-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for iMac 2012, (OWCDIYIMACHDD12) - NewerTech AdaptaDrive 2.5" to 3.5" Drive Converter Bracket - Samsung 870 EVO SATA III SSD 1TB 2.5” Internal Solid State Drive, Upgrade PC or Laptop Memory and Storage for IT Pros, Creators, Everyday Users, MZ-77E1T0B/AM --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/184676568-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install](https://www.desertcart.at/products/184676568-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-11-07*