StarTech.com USB 3.0, Male USB Type A to Female USB Type A, Black, 5 m

StarTech USB Series USB Cable, 5m Cable Length, Black Jacket - USB3AAEXT5M

This USB cable provides a straightforward means to extend USB connections between devices in industrial and laboratory settings. It links a USB Type A male plug to a USB Type A female socket, supporting the USB 3.0 protocol for higher data throughput while maintaining compatibility with standard Type‑A interfaces. The cable is finished in black and fitted with a PVC outer sheath for general-purpose durability.

Features and Benefits:

• USB 3.0 signalling for high-speed data transfer supports Faster communication
  5 m length enables extended reach between equipment and host systems
  Male-to-female Type A connection enables simple inline extension of peripherals
  PVC‑jacketed construction offers abrasion resistance in routine environments
  CE approval confirms conformity with relevant European safety standards

Applications

• Suitable for extending connections to external drives in test rigs
  Ideal for linking peripheral devices across workstations on factory floors
  Used with data acquisition systems requiring greater cable reach
  Can be used for temporary set‑ups in assembly and maintenance tasks

What connector genders are provided and how do they Interface with equipment?

It has a Type A male plug to mate with host ports and a Type A female socket to accept peripheral plugs for seamless extension.

Which environments is the sheath material appropriate for?

The polyvinyl chloride jacket performs well in typical indoor industrial spaces where mechanical abrasion and chemical exposure are moderate.

Is this suitable for high-bandwidth external storage use?

The cable implements USB 3.0 signalling, making it suitable for connecting external drives that require increased data throughput compared with legacy USB versions.

Does the cable carry any hazardous-area certification?

It does not hold hazardous‑area certification and is intended for non‑hazardous locations only.