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Short blue Micro USB 3.0 cable with Type A and Micro B plugs

Techigher Micro USB 3.0 Cable 1 ft USB 3.0 Type A Male to Micro B

SKU CH-5J0Z-1W0W7

One-foot USB 3.0 Type A to Micro B cable transfers data at up to 4800 Mbps for external hard drives

  • TypeMicro Usb
  • Cable Length1
  • Length1
  • Connector Number5
  • Terminal GenderMale-to-Male
  • Speed4800 megabits_per_second
  • Up to 5 Gbps transfer speed with USB 3.0 interface
  • 1 ft length reduces desk clutter for nearby devices
  • Male-to-Male connectors link Type A host to Micro B drive
  • Compatible with Seagate, LaCie, Toshiba, Samsung and WD drives
  • Durable construction withstands frequent bending and daily use

Compact Micro USB 3.0 Cable for External Drives

This 1 ft Micro USB 3.0 cable connects USB 3.0 Type A hosts to Micro B devices such as Seagate, LaCie, Toshiba, Samsung and Western Digital external hard drives. The short length keeps workspaces tidy while linking drives in close proximity to a laptop or desktop. It is built for frequent connection cycles and tight spaces. Buyers needing longer reach between devices should look elsewhere.

Sustained Transfer Behaviour

Rated at 4800 megabits_per_second, the cable supports the USB 3.0 bulk-endpoint throughput needed for extended backups or large media moves without dropping to USB 2.0 speeds. Durable construction resists signal degradation from repeated bending during daily drive swaps. The compact form factor reduces strain on ports during prolonged sessions. It does not add active signal conditioning for runs beyond the specified length.

Deciding Specification — 1 ft Length

The fixed 1 ft length is the single attribute that determines fit: it suits side-by-side drive-to-laptop setups but cannot span desk-to-floor or rack-to-rack distances. No extension or coupler is included, so the cable either reaches or it does not. Verify the physical gap between your host port and drive enclosure before purchasing.

Highlights

  • Up to 5 Gbps transfer speed with USB 3.0 interface
  • 1 ft length reduces desk clutter for nearby devices
  • Male-to-Male connectors link Type A host to Micro B drive
  • Compatible with Seagate, LaCie, Toshiba, Samsung and WD drives
  • Durable construction withstands frequent bending and daily use

Specifications

BrandTechigher
TypeMicro Usb
Cable Length1
Length1
Connector Number5
Terminal GenderMale-to-Male
Speed4800 megabits_per_second
Apple CompatibleSeagate
FeaturesData Transfer

Questions about this item

Does the 1 ft Micro USB 3.0 cable get warm or draw noticeable power during all-day large-file transfers?

The cable is passive and carries only the bus power required by the connected drive, so it does not generate measurable heat during continuous 5 Gbps transfers.

What must my external hard drive already have for this USB 3.0 Type A male to Micro B cable to work?

The drive needs a USB 3.0 Micro B port; the cable plugs into a standard USB 3.0 Type A port on the host computer.

Will this 5 Gbps cable slow down if I keep using it with my older USB 2.0 laptop port?

It will fall back to USB 2.0 speeds of 480 Mbps when connected to a USB 2.0 port, but works without any configuration.

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