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Black USB 3.0 Y splitter cable with one female and two male connectors, 30cm length

Cable Matters ALU1302 USB 3.0 Y Power Splitter Cord 30cm

SKU CH-1S53-T7210

A USB 3.0 Y-cable draws power from two ports to run a 2.5″ drive while transferring data at 480 Mbps

  • Connector count3
  • Connector detailsDVI to DVI
  • Connector genderFemale to Female
  • Team affiliation1 Piece
  • Product typeSpeaker Wires
  • Overall length< 1 in
  • USB 3.0 male port handles charging and data sync
  • USB 2.0 male port provides extra power only
  • 30 cm length keeps cables tidy near the device
  • Draws power from two USB ports for hungry drives
  • Female port connects laptop, MacBook or desktop USB port

USB 3.0 Y power splitter for 2.5" drives

The Cable Matters ALU1302 draws power from two USB ports to run a single 2.5" mobile hard disk. One male connector is USB 3.0 for data and charging, the other is USB 2.0 for extra power only. The female port accepts the drive cable.

Simple plug-in with one iOS limitation

No driver is needed; connect both male ends to the host and the drive to the female port. The USB 2.0 leg supplies supplementary current but does not carry data. That leg will not charge iOS devices, so iPhone or iPad users should choose a different adapter.

Check port spacing and drive power needs

Verify that the two host ports are close enough for the 30 cm split legs to reach simultaneously. Ensure the drive does not require more current than the combined ports can deliver. The cable is 30 cm long and weighs 0.032 kg.

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Price $9.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCable Matters
Model nameALU1302
Product typeSpeaker Wires
Ports & slots
Connector count3
Connector detailsDVI to DVI
Connector genderFemale to Female
Size & build
Overall length< 1 in
More details
Team affiliation1 Piece

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the cable is delivering extra power to my 2.5" hard drive after connecting both USB male plugs?

The drive should spin up reliably and stay mounted during file transfers without disconnecting, showing the USB 3.0 male connector is providing both power and data while the USB 2.0 male connector supplies supplementary power.

What is included in the package and do I need any additional cables or adapters to use it with a laptop and external drive?

The box contains one 30 cm black USB 3.0 Y splitter cable with a USB 3.0 female port and two male plugs (one USB 3.0 for data and power, one USB 2.0 for power only); no extra cables are required if your laptop and drive use standard USB-A ports.

Which version of this splitter should I choose for a USB 3.0 external hard drive that needs extra power on a Windows laptop?

Select the ALU1302 model with a USB 3.0 female port and dual male connectors (USB 3.0 for data and charging, USB 2.0 for additional charging) to match the drive's USB 3.0 interface and power requirements.

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