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SMUGDESK USB 3.0 Active Extension Cable 50FT Type A Male to Female 5 Gbps with Power Adapter

SKU CH-PK3G-ZRKCN

Active 50 FT USB 3.0 Type-A extension cable with signal booster and 5V/2A power adapter maintains 5 Gbps speeds over long distances

Cable Length 50 Feet

  • Extends USB connections up to 50 feet without signal loss
  • Active signal booster maintains 5 Gbps data rates over long distances
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices for broad peripheral support
  • Included 5V/2A power adapter powers devices drawing over 900 mA
  • Plug-and-play on Windows, Mac OS, Linux and Chrome OS with no drivers needed

USB 3.0 Active Extension Cable 50FT

This active USB 3.0 extension cable extends connections up to 50 feet between a computer and USB Type-A peripherals. It supports data rates up to 5 Gbps and includes a 5V/2A power adapter to maintain signal integrity over the full length. The cable is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices and works with Windows, Mac OS, Linux, and Chrome OS without drivers.

Suits long runs; not for bus-powered loads over

Builders who need to place printers, VR headsets, hard drives, or cameras far from the host will benefit from the built-in signal booster and external power option. Users with devices that draw more than 900mA must connect the supplied adapter for stable operation. Setups that cannot accommodate an AC power outlet at the remote end should consider a shorter passive cable instead.

5 Gbps active Type-A male to female

The defining specification is the active circuitry paired with a 5V/2A power adapter that enables reliable USB 3.0 performance at 50 feet. This combination overcomes the voltage drop that limits standard cables, allowing full 5 Gbps throughput for compatible peripherals. Verify that your device’s power draw matches the adapter’s capability before installation.

Highlights

  • Extends USB connections up to 50 feet without signal loss
  • Active signal booster maintains 5 Gbps data rates over long distances
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices for broad peripheral support
  • Included 5V/2A power adapter powers devices drawing over 900 mA
  • Plug-and-play on Windows, Mac OS, Linux and Chrome OS with no drivers needed

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the 50 ft active cable or a shorter passive one?

Choose the 50 ft active cable when the run exceeds the normal USB 3.0 length limit; the built-in booster and included 5 V / 2 A adapter keep the link stable at full distance.

Will I really see 5 Gbps at the far end of a 50 ft run?

The active electronics and supplied power adapter compensate for attenuation, so the cable sustains USB 3.0 speeds up to 5 Gbps across the full 50 ft.

What does the Type-A USB 3.0 interface actually limit in daily use?

The Type-A USB 3.0 connector caps the link at 5 Gbps and 900 mA bus power; devices drawing more need the included 5 V / 2 A adapter.

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