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A ten-metre active USB 3.0 extension cable with USB-C connectors at both ends

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Cable Matters Active USB 3.0 Extension Cable 10m USB C to USB C

SKU CH-AH8M-SFFEM

Active USB 3.0 extension cable reaches 10 metres with a built-in signal booster for 5 Gbps data rates

  • Connection typeUSB C to USB C
  • Extends USB connections up to 10 metres
  • Active chipset maintains SuperSpeed USB 3.0 data rate up to 5Gbps
  • Works with VR headsets, webcams, hubs and external drives
  • Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and cables
  • Optional 5V 2A power adapter supports high-power devices over long runs

Active extension for USB-C peripherals

This active USB 3.0 extension cable bridges a computer and USB-C devices up to 10 metres away. It supports SuperSpeed data rates up to 5Gbps and remains backwards compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals. The integrated amplification chipset enables reliable signal transmission beyond the reach of passive cables. Suitable for VR headsets, webcams, hubs and external drives.

Thermals noise and power draw

The cable operates without fans, so it adds no audible noise to a setup. An optional 5V 2A power adapter with a 3.5 x 1.35 mm centre-positive plug can supply the booster when a device draws more than 900mA. USB bus power alone may be insufficient on low-power PCIe card ports. The adapter is sold separately.

Build quality and daily use

Male-to-female USB-C connectors provide a straight-through extension for existing cables. The active repeater electronics are housed in the cable assembly, requiring no driver installation. First listed by the manufacturer in 2023, the 32.8 ft length suits room-scale VR or cross-room peripheral placement. Ensure the optional power supply is available for high-draw devices.

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Price $56.99
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Specifications

Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB C to USB C

Questions about this item

How do I install the 10m USB C active extension cable and what step is often missed?

Connect the male USB C end to the host and the female end to the device; the separate 5V 2A power adapter with a 3.5 x 1.35 mm centre-positive plug must be attached to the booster when the peripheral draws more than 900mA.

What maintenance or replacement will this cable need later?

The integrated amplification chipset requires no routine maintenance; only the optional 5V 2A power supply may need replacing if its output drifts or the 3.5 x 1.35 mm connector becomes worn.

What limit appears first during sustained use of this 10m extension?

The 5Gbps SuperSpeed USB 3.0 data rate is the ceiling; if the host port cannot deliver 900mA the booster will need its own 5V 2A adapter to maintain that throughput.

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