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Black USB 3.0 extension cable 10ft male to female connectors

Cable Matters USB 3.0 Extension Cable 10ft Male to Female 5Gbps Black

SKU CH-8SDP-F7CQ5

A 10 ft USB 3.0 male-to-female extension cable delivers 5 Gbps data transfer for peripherals such as VR headsets, printers and hard drives

  • Rated speed5 Gbit/s
  • Connection typeUsb Type a 3.0
  • Cable length10
  • Connector count9
  • Connector detailsUsb Type a 3.0
  • Connector genderMale-to-Female
  • Extend USB 3.0 devices up to 10ft away with male-to-female connector
  • SuperSpeed data transfer at 5Gbps for VR headsets and hard drives
  • Gold-plated connectors with foil and braid shielding ensure error-free transmission
  • Bare copper conductors and PVC jacket provide durable construction for daily use
  • Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals including printers and webcams

Cable Matters 10ft USB 3.0 Extension

This Cable Matters USB 3.0 extension cable adds 10ft of reach between a host computer and USB-A peripherals. It supports SuperSpeed data rates up to 5 Gbps while remaining backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices. The male-to-female design suits VR headsets, webcams, printers, external drives and other accessories that need extra cable length.

Gold-plated connectors with foil and braid shielding

Gold-plated contacts, bare copper conductors, foil shielding and braided shielding work together to reduce interference and maintain signal integrity over the full 10ft run. Moulded strain relief and grip treads make repeated plugging and unplugging more reliable. The construction targets error-free data transmission for demanding peripherals such as VR headsets and high-speed storage.

Passive copper cable with USB-A 3.0 connectors

The passive copper build carries both data and power through standard USB-A 3.0 ends without requiring external power. It extends charging cables for smartphones or tablets and works with hubs, mice, keyboards and flash drives. Users needing longer runs beyond 10ft or alternative connector types such as USB-C, DisplayPort or HDMI will need a different cable solution.

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Price $19.99
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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-Female
Size & build
Cable length10
Build detailsCopper

Questions about this item

Will the gold-plated USB 3.0 connectors wear out after many plug cycles?

The gold-plated USB 3.0 connectors resist corrosion and maintain conductivity over repeated insertions, while the molded strain-relief design reduces stress on the solder joints during daily connect and disconnect cycles.

Does the 10 ft length limit the 5 Gbps data rate under sustained transfers?

At 10 ft the cable meets the USB 3.0 specification for 5 Gbps operation; the bare copper conductors plus foil and braid shielding preserve signal integrity for continuous high-speed traffic.

Does the PVC-jacketed cable get warm or draw noticeable power during all-day VR headset use?

The copper conductors and shielded construction keep resistive losses low, so the cable remains cool and adds no measurable power draw even during extended VR sessions.

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