USB Extension Cable – NEW

🔧 Technical Specifications

• Connector Type:

  • Male USB-A (Type-A) to Female USB-A

  • Optional variants: USB-A to USB-C or USB-C to USB-C (marketed as USB 3.1 or 3.2)

• Data Transfer Speed:

  • Up to 5 Gbps (Gigabits per second)

  • This is 10x faster than USB 2.0 (480 Mbps)

• Backward Compatibility:

  • Works with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices (at their respective speeds)

• Length Range:

  • Common lengths: 0.5 ft to 10 ft (0.15m to 3m)

  • For longer distances (10+ ft), active USB 3.0 extension cables are recommended to maintain signal integrity.

• Power Delivery:

  • Supports standard USB 3.0 power (typically up to 900 mA at 5V)

  • Useful for charging and powering small devices

🛠️ Construction & Build

• Shielding:

  • Triple or quad shielding to reduce interference and data loss

• Gold-Plated Connectors:

  • Often included for better corrosion resistance and connectivity

• Cable Jacket:

  • PVC or braided nylon for durability

• Wire Gauge:

  • Typically 28/24 AWG (data/power) for good conductivity

✅ Use Cases

• Extending connection to:

  • External hard drives, flash drives

  • VR headsets (like Oculus Rift)

  • USB hubs

  • Webcams, microphones

  • Printers, scanners