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Black nylon-braided USB 2.0 Micro-B to Type-A cable 1.5 ft with aluminum connectors

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice 131196 USB 2.0 Micro B to Type A cable 1.5 ft black AtlasFlex

SKU CH-Q82V-V45Z7

A 1.5 ft USB 2.0 Micro B to Type A cable with nylon-braided Kevlar reinforcement rated for 50,000 bends and aluminum connectors withstanding 130 N

  • Cable length1.5 ft (0.46 m)
  • Connector count2
  • Overall length0.4572
  • Product typeUSB
  • Key featuresBuy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on a
  • Charge and sync Micro USB devices reliably
  • Aluminum connectors resist bending up to 130 N force
  • Extended strain reliefs prevent cable-to-connector failure
  • Kevlar-reinforced nylon braid survives over 50000 bends
  • Compact 1.5 ft length reduces clutter for portable use

Monoprice AtlasFlex 1.5 ft Micro USB cable

This Monoprice AtlasFlex cable connects any device with a Micro USB Type-B port to a standard USB Type-A host for charging and data syncing. It measures 1.5 feet in length and is built with a nylon-braided jacket and internal Kevlar reinforcement. The connectors are machined from high-strength aluminium rated to withstand forces up to 30 lbf (130 N). It is suited for users who need a short, durable link for daily charging and file transfers.

Thermals noise and power

As a passive copper cable, it generates no heat and produces no audible noise during operation. Power delivery is governed entirely by the USB 2.0 specification and the capabilities of the connected host and device. The aluminium connector housings act as minor heat sinks for the contact points, but no active thermal management is required or present.

Sustained load behaviour

The cable is rated to survive more than 50,000 bend cycles, indicating the nylon braid and Kevlar core maintain signal integrity and physical structure under repeated flexing. Extended strain reliefs reduce fatigue at the connector junctions during prolonged or awkward routing. Connector retention strength remains consistent after prolonged insertion cycles thanks to the aluminium construction.

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Price $4.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name131196
Product typeUSB
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Size & build
Cable length1.5 ft (0.46 m)

Questions about this item

How do I plug in the USB 2.0 Micro B to Type A cable without stressing the strain relief?

Align the Micro B connector with the device port and the Type A plug with the host port, then insert both straight in; the 1.5 ft length and flexible strain reliefs are designed to absorb odd angles, so avoid forcing the cable sideways at the connector junction.

What part of this AtlasFlex cable is most likely to need replacement after heavy use?

The nylon braid and Kevlar core are rated for over 50,000 bends, while the aluminum connectors withstand up to 130 N, so the cable itself is built to outlast typical device ports; replacement would only be needed if the Micro B or Type A connector suffers physical damage beyond the rated force.

What performance limit appears first when this cable is used for continuous syncing?

The USB 2.0 interface governs the maximum data rate, so sustained transfers will hit that bus ceiling before the 1.5 ft AtlasFlex cable’s shielding or conductors become a factor.

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