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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs MINIUSB-6 USB 2.0 A Male to Mini B Male cable 6 ft

SKU CH-2RZM-34HED MPN MINIUSB-6

Connects USB Mini-B peripherals to a host computer at up to 480 Mbps with shielded, low-loss construction

  • Connection typeUSB A to Mini USB
  • Connector count2
  • Connector genderMale to Male
  • Product typeUSB 2.0
  • Key featuresThe Purest Picture and Sound Supports data transfer speeds u
  • USB 2.0 delivers up to 480 Mbps for fast file transfers
  • Mini-B 5-pin connector fits cameras, drives and legacy peripherals
  • Braid-and-foil shielding plus ferrite core cuts EM/RF interference
  • Nickel-plated, corrosion-resistant contacts keep signal clear over time
  • Six-foot length gives flexible placement without excess slack

Connection Type

This cable provides a USB 2.0 Type-A male connector on one end and a 5-pin Mini-B male connector on the other. It is designed for users who need to link legacy peripherals such as older external hard drives, digital cameras, or MP3 players to a modern computer. The six-foot length offers flexible placement for desktop setups.

Build Integration

The male-to-male design plugs directly into a host port and a device port without requiring an additional adapter or gender changer. Shielded construction with braid-and-foil layers plus a ferrite core suppresses electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference. Heavy-gauge wiring and corrosion-resistant nickel-plated contacts maintain signal integrity for both data and charging duties.

Target User

This suits anyone still operating equipment that relies on the Mini-B 5-pin interface for syncing or power. It will not serve buyers who need a Micro-B, USB-C, or standard Type-B connector, nor those requiring throughput beyond the 480 Mbps ceiling of the USB 2.0 specification.

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Price $11.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model nameMINIUSB-6
Product typeUSB 2.0
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to Mini USB
Connector count2
Connector genderMale to Male
Size & build
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size179 × 86 × 28 mm

Questions about this item

Will the USB 2.0 bandwidth of 480 Mbps bottleneck a mechanical hard drive during long transfers?

The cable is rated for USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps, so sustained throughput will not exceed that limit even with a fast drive.

Does the ferrite core and shielding keep the cable cool during all-day use?

The braid-and-foil shields with a single ferrite core reduce interference; they do not generate noticeable heat under normal operation.

Must the peripheral already have a 5-pin mini-B port for this cable to work?

Yes, one end is a 5-pin mini-B male connector, so the device needs a matching mini-B socket.

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