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Short black USB 3.0 Type-A male to female extension cable with gold-plated connectors

Vszerda

Vszerda USB 3.0 Male A to Female A Extension Cable Black 8 Inch High Speed Standard Extender to USB Hub

SKU CH-DRT5-8P0E3

An 8-inch USB 3.0 male-to-female extension cable supporting 5 Gbps data transfer with gold-plated connectors and 15,000-bend durability

  • Extend connections 8 inches for easier device reach
  • Transfer data at 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 speed
  • Works with computers, hubs and USB peripherals
  • Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion and signal loss
  • Cable withstands 15000 bends for long service life

USB 3.0 Type-A extension cable

This 8-inch cable adds reach between a host computer and a USB-A peripheral. It supports the USB 3.0 specification with a 5 Gbps signalling rate, which is 10 times faster than USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps. The plug-and-play design requires no driver installation on compatible systems. It suits users who need a short, reliable link for desktop or laptop ports.

When a longer reach justifies the upgrade

The extender replaces a direct device connection when the stock cable falls short of the port. The jump is worth it when signal integrity over the extra distance matters, because the construction uses tinned-copper conductors, metal braid shielding and gold-plated contacts to preserve the 5 Gbps throughput. It is not for buyers who need more length than eight inches or who require a different connector type such as USB-C or Micro-B.

Simple plug-in with durable strain relief

Installation is a single step: insert the male plug into the host and the peripheral into the female receptacle. The reinforced joint and anti-abrasive PVC jacket withstand over 15000 bending cycles, reducing the risk of intermittent contact from flex fatigue. The main issue that arises is attempting to draw more bus power than the host port can supply, which the cable itself cannot remedy.

Highlights

  • Extend connections 8 inches for easier device reach
  • Transfer data at 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 speed
  • Works with computers, hubs and USB peripherals
  • Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion and signal loss
  • Cable withstands 15000 bends for long service life

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the 8 inch length reach my USB hub from the computer port?

The cable measures 8 inches end to end, adding that reach between your computer's USB A port and the hub's USB A plug.

Is there a driver step when I plug this USB 3.0 extender into a Mac or PC?

No driver is required; the extender is plug-and-play on both Mac and Windows systems.

How long before the gold-plated connectors wear out from repeated plugging?

The cable is rated for 15000+ bending cycles, and the gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for long-term use.

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