AKiTiO Node Pro Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis (T3NP)
Professional PCIe Expansion Platform for Video Editing, AI, High-Speed Networking & Professional Workstations
Unlock the world of professional PCIe expansion with the AKiTiO Node Pro.
This is far more than an eGPU enclosure—it’s a stable, enterprise-quality PCIe expansion platform that brings desktop-class PCIe capability to Thunderbolt 3 Macs and PCs.
Designed by AKiTiO, a trusted brand in professional Thunderbolt expansion, the Node Pro is built for creators, engineers, developers, studios, and businesses that demand reliability, expandability, and long-term performance.
Premium All-Aluminum Construction
• Premium full aluminum enclosure
• Lightweight yet exceptionally durable
• Excellent heat dissipation
• Superior EMI shielding
• Built for continuous professional operation
Outstanding Cooling Performance
Designed for demanding workloads with optimized airflow and dual cooling fans to keep PCIe cards operating reliably during extended use.
Ideal for:
• Professional video editing
• AI development and GPU computing
• High-speed networking
• RAID and enterprise storage
• Audio and video production
Innovative Tool-Free Design
One of the easiest professional PCIe enclosures to service.
Features include:
• Completely tool-free installation
• Extra-large hand-tightened thumbscrews
• No screwdriver required
• Push-to-release retractable metal carrying handle
• Quick PCIe card installation and replacement
Upgrade or swap cards in minutes.
Expand as Your Needs Grow
Instead of replacing your computer, simply add the PCIe card your workflow requires.
Perfect for:
• Video production studios
• Film editors
• Students learning video production
• Creative professionals
• AI developers
• Engineers and IT professionals
• MacBook Pro, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Thunderbolt 3 workstation users
Transform your Thunderbolt 3 computer into a powerful expandable workstation.
Supports Professional PCIe Devices
Compatible with a wide range of PCIe hardware, including:
Graphics Cards
Supports many NVIDIA GeForce, NVIDIA Quadro, AMD Radeon, and AMD Radeon Pro graphics cards, including models such as:
• RTX 2080 Ti
• RTX 2080
• RTX 2070
• RTX 2060
• GTX 1080 Ti
• GTX 1080
• TITAN Xp
• Quadro RTX 4000
• Radeon RX 6800 XT
• Radeon RX 5700 XT
• Radeon RX Vega 64
• Radeon Pro WX Series
High-Speed Networking
Excellent platform for professional networking adapters, including:
• Intel X540 / X550 Series
• Intel X710 / XXV710 / E810 Series
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-3
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-4
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-4 Lx
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-5
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6
• Broadcom adapters
• Chelsio adapters
• Solarflare adapters
• Aquantia 10GbE adapters
Supports 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, and many 100GbE-class PCIe adapters (performance depends on the Thunderbolt 3 PCIe bandwidth available).
Additional PCIe Devices
• RAID controllers
• NVMe storage adapters
• Fibre Channel HBAs
• SAS controllers
• Professional video capture cards
• Audio DSP cards
• Other standard PCIe expansion cards
Package Includes
• AKiTiO Node Pro Thunderbolt 3 Expansion Chassis
• AC Power Cord
• Genuine Apple 0.8 m Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) Cable
• Ready to use right out of the box
Why Choose AKiTiO Node Pro?
✓ Trusted professional brand
✓ Stable PCIe expansion platform
✓ Premium aluminum construction
✓ Excellent cooling with dual fans
✓ Tool-free maintenance and upgrades
✓ Supports professional PCIe hardware
✓ Ideal for creative, AI, networking, storage, and enterprise applications
Bring desktop-class PCIe expansion to your Thunderbolt 3 computer with one of the most reliable and versatile professional expansion chassis available.
Why is the Node Pro more valuable than the standard Node?
The AKiTiO Node Pro features dual Thunderbolt 3 ports with daisy-chain support, making it much more than just an eGPU enclosure. It is also an excellent Thunderbolt PCIe expansion chassis for professional workflows, supporting a wide range of PCIe cards, including:
• Blackmagic DeckLink video capture cards
• 10GbE / 25GbE high-speed network adapters
• SAS / RAID storage controllers
• Professional DSP audio cards (such as Universal Audio UAD and Avid HDX)
This versatility makes the Node Pro a popular choice among video editors, content creators, audio professionals, and enterprise storage users who need reliable Thunderbolt 3 PCIe expansion.
