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Black USB-C to Mini-USB cable, 2 m, male-to-male connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH USB2CMB2M USB-C to Mini-USB cable 2m

SKU CH-0ZM8-K85HB MPN USB2CMB2M

Connects USB 2.0 Mini-B devices to USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 ports at 480 Mbit/s over a 2 m cable with nickel-plated connectors and foil-and-braid shielding

  • TypeUSB 2.0
  • Connector TypeUSB-C to Mini-USB
  • ColorBlack
  • Connector Number2
  • Connector DetailConnector A: 1 x USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 Male Connector
  • Terminal GenderMale to Male
  • Connect Mini-USB devices to USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 computers
  • 2 metre cable length gives flexible placement for peripherals
  • USB 2.0 rated at 480 Mbit/s for reliable data transfer
  • Nickel-plated connectors and foil-braid shielding resist corrosion and interference
  • Male-to-male design plugs directly into device and host ports

Connect legacy Mini-USB gear to USB-C

This 2 m cable links USB 2.0 Mini-B devices such as cameras or GPS units to a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. Nickel-plated connectors and an aluminium-Mylar foil with braid shield protect the signal. The PVC jacket resists everyday wear while carrying data at 480 Mbit/s.

Passive cable runs cool and silent

No active electronics means zero heat and no fan noise during transfers or charging. Power draw stays within standard USB 2.0 limits so the host port supplies everything needed. The 24-pin USB-C plug and 5-pin Mini-B plug both use male terminals for a direct male-to-male connection.

Replaces ageing Mini-B to USB-A leads

Swap an old USB-A cable for this one when your computer only offers USB-C or Thunderbolt 3. The upgrade is worthwhile if you still rely on Mini-B peripherals and want a single modern cable. It does not serve devices that need USB 3.x speeds or USB Power Delivery.

Highlights

  • Connect Mini-USB devices to USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 computers
  • 2 metre cable length gives flexible placement for peripherals
  • USB 2.0 rated at 480 Mbit/s for reliable data transfer
  • Nickel-plated connectors and foil-braid shielding resist corrosion and interference
  • Male-to-male design plugs directly into device and host ports

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelUSB2CMB2M
TypeUSB 2.0
Connector TypeUSB-C to Mini-USB
ColorBlack
Connector Number2
Connector DetailConnector A: 1 x USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 Male
Connector B: 1 x USB Mini-B (5 pin) Male
Terminal GenderMale to Male
SpeedUSB 2.0 - 480 Mbit/s
SpecificationsConnector Plating: Nickel
Cable Jacket Type : PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
ShieldingAluminum-Mylar Foil with Braid
FeaturesConnect USB 2.0 Mini-B devices to your USB Type-C or Thunderbolt 3 computer
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size216 × 114 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

How do I plug the 24-pin USB-C end into a Thunderbolt 3 port without damaging the connector?

Align the reversible USB-C plug with the port and insert it straight until it clicks; forcing it at an angle can bend the internal pins.

Will the nickel-plated connectors or PVC jacket need periodic cleaning or replacement?

The nickel plating resists corrosion and the PVC jacket is durable; no scheduled maintenance is required under normal indoor use.

At what point does the 480 Mbit/s USB 2.0 limit become the bottleneck during long transfers?

Sustained reads or writes above roughly 48 MB/s will hit the USB 2.0 ceiling, so large video offloads from a camera will run at that maximum rate.

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