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Small black USB-C male to USB-A female adapter

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Cables To Go 28868 USB 3.0 USB-C to USB-A adapter

SKU CH-7SPD-KEXWY MPN 28868

Connects USB-A devices to USB-C ports at USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) speeds

  • Connection typeUSB C to USB A
  • Connector count1
  • Connector detailsConnector on First End: Type C Male USB Connector on Second
  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Product typeCable Connectors
  • Product colorBlack
  • Adapt USB-A peripherals to a USB-C port
  • Supports USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) data rates
  • Backwards compatible with USB 3.0 devices
  • Blue colour coding identifies USB 3.0 support
  • Male USB-C to female USB-A connector design

USB-C to USB-A adapter for legacy peripherals

This adapter connects a USB-A device such as a flash drive, keyboard or mouse to a USB-C port. It is built to handle USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) signals and carries a blue colour code for quick identification. The compact male-to-female design adds no cable length to the setup.

Users with USB-A accessories moving to USB-C hosts

Suits anyone who needs to keep using existing USB-A peripherals on a newer laptop, desktop or tablet equipped only with USB-C sockets. Not intended for buyers who require a USB-C device to plug into a USB-A port, or who need Power Delivery or alternate-mode video through the same connection.

USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) data-rate support

The adapter is specified for USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) communication, so transfer speeds follow that standard. Backwards compatibility with USB 3.0 devices is confirmed. If the host or peripheral only operates at USB 2.0 the link will fall back to that lower rate.

How it compares

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Price $13.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameC2G
Model name28868
Product typeCable Connectors
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB C to USB A
Connector count1
Connector detailsConnector on First End: Type C Male USB
Connector on Second End: Type A Female USB
Connector genderMale to Female
Size & build
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size116 × 57 × 3 mm

Questions about this item

Does the USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) interface limit transfer speeds to 5 Gbps?

Yes, the adapter is designed to support USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) communication, which caps practical throughput at 5 Gbps.

What physical space does the Type C male connector need on the host device?

It requires a standard USB Type-C port; the compact black housing adds minimal depth so it fits alongside other cables on laptops, tablets or desktops.

How is the adapter installed and what step do users often miss?

Plug the Type C male end into the host port, then connect the USB-A device to the female end; the step often missed is ensuring the host port actually carries USB 3.0 signals for full speed.

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