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A 60 cm Y cable with one USB C plug and two USB A plugs, one USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK 60cm USB-C to USB 3.0 & USB 2.0 Y-Cable

SKU CH-DJDT-6BQ64

A 60 cm Y-cable splits one USB-C plug into USB 3.0 for up to 5 Gbps data and USB 2.0 for extra power to run portable drives

  • Single USB-C input splits into USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 connectors for flexible device connections
  • USB 3.0 delivers up to 5Gbps data speed for fast file transfers with external drives
  • USB 2.0 branch supplies extra power to prevent dropouts on power-hungry portable hard disks
  • 60cm length keeps desktop setups tidy without excess cable slack
  • Broad compatibility with laptops, external HDDs, SSDs and drive enclosures

USB-C Y-Cable for Portable Drives

This 60cm Y-shaped cable splits a single USB-C male input into USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 male connectors. It targets users connecting power-hungry external hard drives or SSDs to laptops. The dual-port design delivers both high-speed data and supplementary power through one cable. It suits home and office desktop setups needing tidy cable arrangement.

USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Interface Limits

The USB 3.0 branch supports data transfer up to 5Gbps for fast file syncing with storage devices. The USB 2.0 branch is limited to lower bandwidth and serves only as an extra power source. Combined throughput depends on the host port and the connected drive capabilities. The fixed 60cm length restricts placement distance between the laptop and the external drive.

Check Host Port and Drive Requirements

Verify your laptop provides a USB-C port capable of supplying enough current for the external drive. Confirm the drive enclosure accepts both USB 3.0 data and USB 2.0 power inputs simultaneously. Ensure the 60cm reach matches your desk layout without strain on connectors. This cable does not add power delivery negotiation or voltage conversion features.

Highlights

  • Single USB-C input splits into USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 connectors for flexible device connections
  • USB 3.0 delivers up to 5Gbps data speed for fast file transfers with external drives
  • USB 2.0 branch supplies extra power to prevent dropouts on power-hungry portable hard disks
  • 60cm length keeps desktop setups tidy without excess cable slack
  • Broad compatibility with laptops, external HDDs, SSDs and drive enclosures

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I choose between the USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 branches on this Y-cable?

You use both simultaneously; the USB 3.0 branch handles data up to 5Gbps while the USB 2.0 branch supplies extra power for demanding drives.

What does the 5Gbps figure mean when I plug this cable into my laptop?

It is the theoretical maximum transfer rate of the USB 3.0 connection; real-world speeds depend on the drive and host controller but will not exceed this limit.

Which interface standard does the USB-C input follow and what does it cap?

The USB-C male plug carries USB 3.0 signals, capping data throughput at 5Gbps and allowing the USB 2.0 leg to draw supplementary power.

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