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USB 3.0 male-to-male cable, 1 metre, gold-plated connectors

DOCTOR METAL

DOCTOR METAL USB 3.0 male-to-male cable 1m

SKU CH-3S08-AF0TD

A USB 3.0 male-to-male cable with gold-plated connectors for stable data transfer and charging between compatible devices

  • Connection typeLighting Connector to USB A

Length 1m

  • USB 3.0 bidirectional data transfer between two devices
  • Gold-plated connectors resist oxidation for stable signal
  • Reinforced cable construction withstands bending and pulling
  • Broad compatibility with digital devices for daily use
  • Dual-head Type-A design connects enclosures and peripherals

USB 3.0 male-to-male cable

This USB 3.0 male-to-male cable connects two devices with USB Type-A ports for direct data transfer. It suits users who move files between laptops, desktops or external hard-drive enclosures without a hub or network. The one-metre length keeps the link tidy on a typical desk.

Thermals noise and power draw

The passive cable draws power only from the host ports and adds no active cooling or audible noise. Its thick wire cores and reinforced connectors minimise resistance so connected devices stay within normal thermal limits during sustained transfers. Gold-plated contacts resist oxidation for long-term signal stability.

Build fit and freedoms

The dual Type-A ends plug straight into standard ports on computers, docks or drive enclosures — no adapters, drivers or external power needed. It frees a USB hub port for other peripherals and replaces a short captive cable on an enclosure. Buyers who need a USB-C or Lightning connector should choose a different cable.

How it compares

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Price $9.99
Cheaper than about 88% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Ports & slots
Connection typeLighting Connector to USB A

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Questions about this item

How do I connect the Lightning connector and USB-A ends, and what orientation mistake should I avoid?

Insert the Lightning plug into the device port with the contacts facing the correct side, and push the USB-A end into the host port until it clicks; the reversible Lightning end removes one orientation error, but the USB-A end still requires the right side up.

What upkeep will the gold-plated connectors and reinforced cable need over time?

Wipe the gold-plated contacts occasionally with a dry cloth to remove dust, and avoid sharp bends near the reinforced strain relief to keep the thick wire cores from fatiguing.

What throughput ceiling appears first during long transfers on this USB 3.0 cable?

The USB 3.0 interface caps sustained throughput at its 5 Gbit/s signalling rate, so extended copies will hit that bandwidth limit before the cable construction becomes a factor.

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