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Nylon braided USB C to C cable with aluminium connector housings

MCDODO

MCDODO USB C to C cable 0.8 m 40 Gbps Thunderbolt

SKU CH-6K99-536TX

USB-C to USB-C cable supporting Thunderbolt at 40 Gbps with 0.8 m nylon-braided length

  • Rated speed0.48 Gbit/s
  • Connection typeUSB Type C
  • Connector detailsUSB Type C
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • Apple compatibilityTablet
  • Build detailsFiber
  • Wide device compatibility with USB-C smartphones and laptops
  • 8 m length suits desk and travel use
  • Nylon braid and aluminium ends rated for 5000 bends
  • Aramid fibre core with 3.8 mm copper for fast charging
  • Thunderbolt 40 Gbps bandwidth for 5K display output

What this cable is and who it suits

This USB Type-C to Type-C cable measures 0.8 m and supports Thunderbolt connectivity for compatible hosts and peripherals. It is built with a nylon-braided jacket, aramid-fibre reinforcement and an aluminium connector shell rated for more than 5000 bend cycles. The male-to-male design suits users who need a short, durable link for charging and data between USB-C devices.

What it replaces and when the upgrade matters

It replaces older USB 2.0 Type-C cables that are limited to 0.48 Gbps and cannot carry Thunderbolt traffic or higher-power delivery. The jump is worth it when the host and device both support Thunderbolt and you require the full 40 Gbps bandwidth for fast storage, docks or 5K video output. Legacy cables will bottleneck those workloads.

Practical limits of the Thunderbolt interface

Thunderbolt performance depends on every link in the chain — host controller, cable and peripheral — all being certified for the same speed grade. A passive 0.8 m cable meets the length allowance for 40 Gbps operation, but longer or non-certified cables will drop to lower rates. The interface also negotiates power delivery, so actual charge speed follows the lowest-rated component in the path.

How it compares

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Price $15.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMcdodo
Product typeUSB
Performance
Rated speed0.48 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB Type C
Connector detailsUSB Type C
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Build detailsFiber
Compatibility
Apple compatibilityTablet

Questions about this item

How much clearance does the 3.8 mm diameter cable need for routing?

The cable measures 3.8 mm across, so allow at least 5 mm of clearance behind devices or through grommets to avoid sharp bends.

What is the correct way to align the reversible USB-C plugs during installation?

Insert either plug in either orientation; the reversible design removes keying errors, but push straight in without angling to protect the internal pins.

When should the cable be replaced given its 5000 bend rating?

Replace it if the nylon braid frays, the aluminium shells loosen, or intermittent charging and 40 Gbps data drops appear after heavy flexing.

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