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Three black USB 3.0 A to Micro-B cables coiled together

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice 134880 USB 3.0 A to Micro-B cable 1m 3 pack

SKU CH-Q5NE-PP093

Three USB 3.0 A-to-Micro-B cables connect SuperSpeed peripherals such as portable hard drives

  • TypeUSB A to Micro USB
  • Connector Number2
  • USB 3.0 SuperSpeed transfer with 5-pin Micro-B connector
  • Three cables included for multiple device connections
  • 1-metre length suits desktop and portable drives
  • Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 ports
  • Durable Select Series construction for reliable daily use

What the cable connects

This three-pack supplies USB 3.0 A male to Micro-B male cables for linking SuperSpeed peripherals such as portable hard drives to a host computer. Each cable carries the extra five-pin Micro-B plug that delivers power to bus-powered devices. The pack suits users who need several spare or replacement leads for external storage, docks or similar USB 3.0 equipment. Buyers requiring USB-C, Lightning or proprietary connectors will not find them here.

Signal quality and power delivery

The USB 3.0 specification supports 5 Gbps data rates and provides enough bus power for typical portable drives without an external adapter. Connectors are moulded for a secure fit that resists accidental disconnects during normal desk use. No active electronics or signal boosters are present, so cable length stays at the specified 1 metre. Users running very long chains or high-draw RAID enclosures may need a powered hub instead.

Behaviour during extended transfers

Sustained large-file copies run at the host controller’s practical throughput without the cable itself throttling speed. The conductors and shielding are rated for the full USB 3.0 current allowance, so voltage drop stays within spec during continuous operation. Heat remains negligible because the assembly is passive. Anyone expecting active re-drivers, optical conversion or lengths beyond 1 metre should look at a different product class.

Highlights

  • USB 3.0 SuperSpeed transfer with 5-pin Micro-B connector
  • Three cables included for multiple device connections
  • 1-metre length suits desktop and portable drives
  • Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 ports
  • Durable Select Series construction for reliable daily use

Specifications

BrandMonoprice
Model134880
TypeUSB A to Micro USB
Connector Number2

Questions about this item

How do I connect this 1m cable to my external hard drive without bending the wider Micro-B 3.0 plug?

Align the extra 5-pin section on the Micro-B 3.0 connector with the port's wider opening, insert straight in, and avoid forcing the cable sideways to prevent pin damage.

What part of the cable is most likely to need replacement after frequent plugging and unplugging?

The Micro-B 3.0 connector's additional 5-pin plug and the strain relief near the USB-A end wear first with repeated insertion cycles.

At what speed will data transfer cap out during a long file copy to a portable drive?

The cable supports USB 3.0 SuperSpeed rates, so sustained throughput will be limited by the drive and host controller rather than the cable itself.

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