StarTech.com USB 2.0, Male USB Type C to Male USB Type C, Black, 1 m

StarTech USB2 Series IC Socket USB Cable, 1m Cable Length, Black Jacket - USB2C5C1M

This IC socket USB cable provides a straightforward solution for data and power linking between USB Type-C devices. Designed for general USB2 connectivity, it serves as a simple conduit for USB 2.0 signalling within consumer or light industrial environments. The cable is manufactured with a black PVC outer covering and terminates in USB Type-C connectors at both ends for direct male-to-male connections.

Features and Benefits:

• USB2.0 signalling supports legacy high-speed data transfers
  Two male USB Type-C ends enable direct device-to-device linking
  PVC jacket offers abrasion resistance and flexible routing
  CE approval confirms conformity with applicable EU safety standards
  1m length permits convenient desktop and rack cable management

Applications

• Suitable for connecting peripheral devices to host ports
  Ideal for firmware programming and IC socket interfacing
  Used with development kits requiring USB2 data paths
  Can be used for temporary device-to-device power delivery
  Used for bench testing and workstation cable runs

What is the cable’s jacket material and how does it behave mechanically?

The sheath is made from polyvinyl chloride which provides moderate abrasion resistance and flexibility for typical routing and handling.

Are the connectors gendered and what configuration do they use?

Both terminations are male USB Type-C plugs, allowing a male-to-male connection between compatible ports.

Does the cable support high-speed USB standards beyond USB2.0?

It is specified for USB 2.0 operation and does not claim support for higher USB generations.

Is this cable suitable for use in hazardous area installations?

It carries no hazardous area certification and should not be applied where such certification is required.