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Black USB 3.0 Type A male-to-male cable, 3 ft long, gold-plated connectors

Cable Matters USB 3.0 A to A Cable 3ft Black

SKU CH-8J7K-FTJR9

A 3 ft USB 3.0 Type-A male-to-male cable transferring data at up to 5 Gbps between a computer and peripherals such as printers, scanners or switches

  • Rated speed5 Gbit/s
  • Connection typeUsb Type a 3.0
  • Cable length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Connector count9
  • Connector detailsUsb Type a 3.0
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • 5 Gbps data rate speeds up file transfers
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports
  • Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion for reliable contact
  • 3 ft length keeps desktop setups tidy
  • Male-to-male design links peripherals to host ports

Purpose and Audience

This USB 3.0 Type A male-to-male cable provides a direct link between a host computer and peripherals such as printers, scanners, keyboards, or USB switches. It is built for users who need a short, high-speed connection for data transfer and bus power delivery. It is not intended for builders who require a cable to link two computers directly, nor for setups that need device charging beyond standard bus power limits.

Build Integration

The three-foot length keeps cable routing tidy inside a desk setup or equipment rack while reaching nearby devices. Gold-plated connectors and foil-and-braid shielding maintain signal integrity, and moulded strain relief protects the termination points during repeated insertion. Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 ports allows the same cable to serve older hardware without adapters, freeing up drawer space that would otherwise hold legacy cables.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Bare copper conductors and the shielded construction support consistent 5 Gbps throughput during extended file transfers or continuous peripheral operation. The cable delivers up to 5V/1.5A bus power to attached devices without voltage sag over the short run, and the connector grip treads ensure a secure mating cycle after cycle. Heat buildup remains minimal because the assembly is rated for the full USB 3.0 current specification.

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 nameCable Matters
Product typeUSB
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speed5 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUsb Type a 3.0
Connector count9
Connector detailsUsb Type a 3.0
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Cable length3 ft (0.91 m)
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
Build detailsGold

Questions about this item

What is the maximum data rate this USB 3.0 Type A to Type A cable can sustain?

The cable is rated for up to 5 Gbps, which is the USB 3.0 specification ceiling for bulk endpoints.

Does the cable or its connectors become warm during continuous high-speed transfers?

The gold-plated connectors and foil-and-braid shielding are designed for stable signal integrity; no thermal throttling or noticeable warmth is reported under normal 5 Gbps loads.

Which port type must the host and peripheral each provide for this male-to-male cable to function?

Both ends require a standard USB 3.0 Type A receptacle; the cable will not work with USB-C, Micro-B, or proprietary ports.

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