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SMUGDESK USB 3.0 active extension cable 16 feet black braided Type A male to female connectors

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK USB 3.0 Active Cable Type A-Male to A-Female 16 Feet

SKU CH-3Y4G-CEMR1

Extends USB 3.0 connections up to 16 feet with a built-in signal booster and included 5V/2A power adapter for stable 5Gbps data transfer

Cable Length 16 Feet

  • Extends USB connections up to 16 feet with active signal boosting
  • Delivers 5 Gbps SuperSpeed data transfer for fast file movement
  • Includes 5V 2A power adapter for stable high-power device operation
  • Braided cable withstands 20,000+ bend cycles for long-lasting durability
  • Works with Windows, Mac, Linux and Chrome OS plug-and-play

Active USB 3.0 Extension Cable

This active USB 3.0 extension cable connects Type-A peripherals to a computer at distances up to 16 feet. It supports Windows, Mac OS, Linux and Chrome OS without drivers and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. The built-in signal booster chip maintains SuperSpeed 5 Gbps data rates over the full length.

Replacing Passive Cables Beyond Short Runs

Passive cables lose signal integrity past a few metres, causing drop-outs or reduced speeds for devices such as hard drives and cameras. This active extender uses a 5 V 2 A power adapter and dual-bus architecture to compensate for attenuation, making the jump worthwhile whenever the peripheral draws more than 900 mA or the run exceeds standard passive limits.

Sustained Transfer With Power Support

Under continuous load the integrated amplifier and external power supply keep voltage stable, preventing the throughput collapse common on unpowered long cables. Gold-plated connectors and a braided jacket rated for 20,000-plus bend cycles resist wear in permanent installations. The cable handles simultaneous USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 traffic without throttling during extended sessions.

Highlights

  • Extends USB connections up to 16 feet with active signal boosting
  • Delivers 5 Gbps SuperSpeed data transfer for fast file movement
  • Includes 5V 2A power adapter for stable high-power device operation
  • Braided cable withstands 20,000+ bend cycles for long-lasting durability
  • Works with Windows, Mac, Linux and Chrome OS plug-and-play

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Questions about this item

What length is the SMUGDESK USB 3.0 active extension cable?

The cable measures 16 feet, with an active signal booster chip built into the female end to maintain 5 Gbps transfer rates over the full distance.

How do I install the cable so high-draw devices work reliably?

Connect the male plug to the host, the peripheral to the female port, then attach the included 5 V / 2 A power adapter to the booster — devices drawing more than 900 mA will not operate without it.

How long will the cable last under repeated bending?

The braided PVC jacket is rated for over 20,000 bend cycles, and the gold-plated Type-A connectors resist corrosion for long-term signal integrity.

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