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A 50 cm internal USB 3.1 Type-E to Type-C extension cable with a metal mounting panel for a PC expansion slot

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SMUGDESK 50cm Type-E to USB 3.1 Type-C Front Panel Header Extension Cable with Mount Panel

SKU CH-9GDZ-6KXZ2

Converts a motherboard Type-E header to a front-panel USB-C port with a mounting panel for secure installation, using a 50 cm cable compliant with USB 3.1 for high-speed internal data transmission

  • Converts internal Type-E header to external USB-C port
  • Includes metal mounting panel for secure expansion-slot installation
  • 50cm cable length allows tidy internal cable routing
  • USB 3.1 compliant for high-speed data transmission inside the chassis
  • Ideal accessory for adding a front USB-C port during PC upgrades

Front-Panel USB-C Adapter for Desktop Chassis

This 50 cm internal cable converts a motherboard Type-E header into a front-panel USB-C port. It includes a metal mounting panel that fixes to a standard expansion slot for secure installation. The assembly suits DIY builders upgrading an older case or adding a modern front-panel interface to a custom desktop build.

USB 3.1 Speed and Signal Limits

The link operates at USB 3.1 specification, so throughput is bounded by that standard rather than newer revisions. Signal quality depends on the motherboard header implementation and the 50 cm trace length inside the chassis. No active re-drivers are present, so the connection relies on the host controller’s native signal integrity.

Check Motherboard Header and Case Clearance

Verify that your motherboard exposes a Type-E header before ordering; boards with only older USB 3.0 headers cannot connect directly. Ensure an unused expansion slot is available for the mounting panel and that the 50 cm reach spans the internal routing path without strain. No driver installation is required beyond the OS USB stack.

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Price $13.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

Is the 50 cm cable length suitable for my chassis size?

The 50 cm length provides enough internal wiring space for most desktop cases and helps keep cable routing tidy.

What real-world speed does the USB 3.1 connection deliver at the front panel?

The internal link complies with USB 3.1, so the front USB-C port can reach the standard's full signalling rate for connected devices.

Does the Type-E header plug directly into my motherboard without an adapter?

Yes, one end connects straight to the motherboard Type-E socket and the other end mounts as a fixed USB-C port on the expansion slot.

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