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Space gray USB 3.1 Type-C to Micro-B cable, 1.0m

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CableCreation USB 3.1 C to Micro B Cable 10Gbps 1.0m Space Gray

SKU CH-29R8-G3B9P

Connects USB-C devices to Micro-B hard drives and phones at up to 10 Gbps over a 1.0 m cable

  • Connection typeUSB A to USB A
  • 10 Gbps transfer speed with USB 3.1
  • 0 m length for flexible desk placement
  • Connects USB-C hosts to Micro-B drives
  • Works with MacBook Pro, iMac and Dell XPS
  • Compatible with Galaxy S5 and WD My Passport

USB 3.1 Type C to Micro B cable for external drives

This 1.0 m cable connects a USB‑C host such as a MacBook Pro, Dell XPS or recent iPad Pro to a Micro‑B 3.0 device. It is aimed at users who need to move large files from portable SSDs or traditional hard drives to a modern laptop. The 10 Gbps link handles SSD transfers at full speed while mechanical drives run at roughly 5 Gbps.

Space‑gray finish with reinforced strain relief

The space‑gray jacket resists everyday scuffs and the moulded strain relief protects the Micro‑B and USB‑C plugs during frequent connect‑disconnect cycles. A reversible USB‑C plug inserts either way, while the Micro‑B end locks securely into drives such as WD My Passport, Seagate FreeAgent or Toshiba Canvio. No external power is required.

Verify your host has a USB‑C port

Check that the computer or tablet you plan to use exposes a USB‑C connector; older USB‑A only machines will not accept this cable. Confirm the external drive or phone presents a Micro‑B 3.0 socket — the wider, ten‑pin version — rather than the narrower Micro‑B 2.0 port found on many older phones. If either side differs, a different cable is needed.

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Price $10.99
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Specifications

Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to USB A

Questions about this item

What data rate does the USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface support with this cable?

The cable is rated for up to 10Gbps with SSDs; traditional hard drives typically reach about 5Gbps.

What physical clearance does the Micro B connector need on the target device?

It requires a USB 3.0 Micro-B port as found on drives like the WD My Passport or Samsung Galaxy S5.

Which end plugs into the host and which into the drive during installation?

The USB-C end goes into the host such as a MacBook Pro; the Micro B end goes into the external drive.

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