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Black 30ft USB 2.0 active A to B cable with male connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH USB2HAB30AC 30ft USB 2.0 Active A to B Cable

SKU CH-YECP-GYDZC MPN USB2HAB30AC

Active USB 2.0 A-to-B cable extends peripheral connections to 30 ft with 480 Mbit/s signal integrity

  • TypeUSB
  • Connector TypeUSB A to USB B
  • ColorBlack
  • Connector Number2
  • Connector DetailConnector A: 1 - USB A (4 pin) Male Connector B: 1 - USB B (
  • Terminal GenderMale to Male

Cable Length 30 Feet

  • Active cable extends USB 2.0 reach to 30ft without signal loss
  • Equalising chip maintains reliable data transfer over the full 9m length
  • USB 2.0 compliant at 480Mbit/s for standard peripheral speeds
  • 28AWG PVC jacket protects conductors for durable everyday use
  • Male-to-male A-to-B connectors fit printers and other USB 2.0 devices

30-foot active USB 2.0 A-to-B cable

This 30-foot active cable connects USB 2.0 peripherals such as printers, scanners or external drives to a host computer. The built-in equalising chip compensates for signal loss over the 9-metre run, keeping the link stable at the full 480 Mbit/s rate. It is suited to home offices, classrooms or light-industrial setups where the device must sit far from the PC.

Male-to-male layout with 28 AWG conductors

The cable terminates in a standard USB-A plug at the host end and a USB-B plug at the device end, both male, so it slots directly into existing ports without adapters. Its 28 AWG wiring and PVC jacket are rated for the USB 2.0 current draw, meaning no external power brick is required. The active circuitry is housed inside the connector shells, leaving the usable workspace clear.

Sustained throughput at the full 480 Mbit/s

Because the signal is regenerated at the far end, the cable maintains USB 2.0 high-speed signalling across the entire 30-foot span without the drop-outs seen on passive leads of this length. It therefore supports long print jobs, bulk file transfers or continuous scanner operation without renegotiating to a lower speed. The active design does not add latency that would affect typical peripheral workloads.

Highlights

  • Active cable extends USB 2.0 reach to 30ft without signal loss
  • Equalising chip maintains reliable data transfer over the full 9m length
  • USB 2.0 compliant at 480Mbit/s for standard peripheral speeds
  • 28AWG PVC jacket protects conductors for durable everyday use
  • Male-to-male A-to-B connectors fit printers and other USB 2.0 devices

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelUSB2HAB30AC
TypeUSB
Connector TypeUSB A to USB B
ColorBlack
Connector Number2
Connector DetailConnector A: 1 - USB A (4 pin) Male
Connector B: 1 - USB B (4 pin) Male
Terminal GenderMale to Male
SpecificationsWire Gauge: 28 AWG
Cable Jacket Type: PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
Type and Rate: USB 2.0 - 480 Mbit/s
FeaturesExtend the Distance Between Your USB 2.0 Devices to 30ft
USB A to B Cable / 30-foot USB 2.0 Printer Cable / USB to Printer Cable
Eliminate connection distance limitations, with no loss of signal quality when connecting to your USB 2.0 peripherals such as USB printers
High-quality USB 2.0 A to B replacement cable
Compatible with USB 2.0 printers such as Canon Pixma MX922 / MX522 / MX452 and Epson XP-310 / Epson XP-410 / Brother HL 2270DW / Brother MFCJ450DW / HP Envy 4500 and more
Shipping weight0.52 kg
Package size140 × 138 × 69 mm

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Questions about this item

How far can I run this active USB 2.0 A-to-B cable before signal quality drops?

The active equalising chip maintains full USB 2.0 signal integrity up to 30 ft (9 m), so you can place a printer or other peripheral that distance from the host without degradation.

Does the cable draw extra power or run warm when left connected all day?

The active circuitry is powered from the USB bus and consumes only the small current allowed by the USB 2.0 spec, so it stays cool and adds no noticeable heat or noise during continuous use.

What ports must my computer and printer already have for this cable to work?

You need a standard USB Type-A port on the host and a USB Type-B port on the peripheral; both connectors on this cable are male and wired for USB 2.0.

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