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Black USB 3.0 cable with gold-plated Type-A and Type-B connectors, 6 ft

Amazon Basics USB 3.0 A to B Cable 6 ft Black 5 Gbps

SKU CH-NQCB-729Z6

Connects USB 3.0 Type-B devices such as external hard drives and scanners to a USB 3.0 Type-A port at 5 Gbps with gold-plated connectors over 6 ft

  • Rated speed5 Gbit/s
  • Connection typeUsb 3.0 Type a & Usb 3.0 Type B
  • Cable length6 ft (1.83 m)
  • Connector count9
  • Connector detailsUsb 3.0 Type a & Usb 3.0 Type B
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • Transfers data at 4.8 Gbit/s for quick file moves
  • Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion for reliable signal quality
  • 6 ft length gives flexible placement of peripherals
  • Works with USB 3.0 Type-B devices like WD/Seagate drives
  • Multi-shielded construction reduces interference during transfers

USB 3.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable

This six-foot cable connects USB 3.0 Type-A host ports to USB 3.0 Type-B device ports. It is built for users who need a direct link between a computer and peripherals such as external hard drives, docking stations or compatible scanners. The gold-plated connectors resist corrosion for reliable signal transfer. The cable is male-to-male with nine pins per plug.

Limited to USB 3.0 Type-B devices only

The connector will not fit USB 2.0 Type-B ports found on many printers and scanners. Attempting to use it with those older devices will not work because the physical interface is different. The cable supports the USB 3.0 signalling rate of 5 Gbps, with the supplier noting 4.8 Gbps typical throughput. Multi-shielded construction helps maintain that speed over the full length.

Connector match decides suitability

Before buying, verify that the peripheral carries a USB 3.0 Type-B socket rather than the older USB 2.0 Type-B variant. The two look similar but are not interchangeable, and this cable only fits the newer standard. If the device uses USB 2.0 Type-B, a different cable is required.

How it compares

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Price $10.99
Cheaper than about 84% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAmazon Basics
Model nameUSB 3.0 Cable Adapter Cord
Product typeUSB
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speed5 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUsb 3.0 Type a & Usb 3.0 Type B
Connector count9
Connector detailsUsb 3.0 Type a & Usb 3.0 Type B
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Cable length6 ft (1.83 m)
Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
Build detailsGold

Questions about this item

How do I know this 6 ft cable is the right length for my setup?

The cable measures 6 ft or 1.8 m end-to-end, giving enough reach for a desktop scanner or external drive without excess slack.

Will the 5 Gbps rating actually deliver faster transfers on my USB 3.0 hard drive?

The cable supports 5 Gbps (4.8 Gbit/s) signalling, so a USB 3.0 Type-B drive will run at its full interface speed instead of falling back to USB 2.0 rates.

Why does the connector say USB 3.0 Type-B — will it fit my scanner’s port?

The plug is the wider USB 3.0 Type-B shape with nine pins; it fits devices such as the Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 and Western Digital or Seagate desktop drives that have the matching port.

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