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Yellow coiled USB A to USB C retractable cable, stretches from 1.3 to 5 feet

Smays USB A to USB C Coiled Retractable Cable Yellow 5ft 2.3A 480Mbps

SKU CH-7MGR-3VGPY

A coiled USB-A to USB-C cable that stretches from 1.3 to 5 feet, delivering 2.3 A charging and 480 Mbps data for CarPlay and Android Auto

  • Rated speed480 Mbit/s
  • Connection typeUSB Type C
  • Cable length5
  • Connector count28
  • Connector detailsUSB Type C
  • Connector genderMale-to-Female
  • Coiled design stretches from 1.3 ft to 5 ft for tidy car use
  • 3 A charging current powers phones and tablets quickly
  • 480 Mbps data rate moves files between devices
  • Built-in 56 K resistor protects adapters and devices
  • Yellow TPE jacket resists tangles and rebounds after stretching

Car-ready coiled cable

The Smays USB-A to USB-C coiled retractable cable stretches from 1.3 feet to 5 feet and is built for in-vehicle charging. It delivers up to 2.3 amps for phones such as iPhone 15 and 16 series, Samsung Galaxy S23 through S25, and Google Pixel models. The yellow TPE jacket resists tangles and rebounds quickly after stretching. A built-in 56K resistor protects connected devices and chargers.

Thermals noise and power

Passive construction means no fan noise and no active cooling to manage. The cable draws only the power negotiated by the host and device, up to the rated 2.3 amps at 5 volts. Normal use in a car, office or home generates no measurable heat beyond slight conductor warmth. Data transfer runs at 480 Mbps without additional thermal load.

Coiled form factor and protection

The elastic coil keeps the working length between 2 and 3 feet for comfortable reach while driving or at a desk. It retracts automatically to 1.3 feet for storage, reducing clutter in consoles or bags. The 56K resistor ensures safe handshake with USB-A chargers and power banks. CarPlay and Android Auto are supported for compatible vehicles and phones. Not suited for buyers who need longer fixed-length runs or higher-speed data links.

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 nameSmays
Product typeType-C
Product colorYellow
Performance
Rated speed480 Mbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB Type C
Connector count28
Connector detailsUSB Type C
Connector genderMale-to-Female
Size & build
Cable length5

Questions about this item

How do I install the USB A to USB C coiled cable in my car and what step do people often get wrong?

Plug the USB-A end into the vehicle's port and the USB-C end into your phone; the common mistake is stretching the coil beyond the comfortable 2-3 foot range, which reduces its ability to rebound cleanly.

What maintenance or replacement will the Smays coiled cable need over time?

The TPE jacket and 56K resistor are built to last; no scheduled maintenance is required, but replace the cable if the coil loses its elasticity or the connectors become loose.

What limit appears first during sustained CarPlay or Android Auto use with this cable?

The 480 Mbps data ceiling and 2.3 A current cap are reached before the 5-foot physical stretch, so bandwidth or charging speed will plateau first.

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