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Flat slim FPC cable USB 3.0 Type-A female to USB 3.1 Type-C male

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK USB 3.0 Type-A Female to USB 3.1 Type-C Male OTG Flat Slim FPC Cable

SKU CH-GDHB-XHKBF

A flat, flexible OTG cable linking USB 3.0 Type-A peripherals to USB 3.1 Type-C hosts at up to 5Gbps for space-saving wiring

  • Connect peripherals via OTG host mode
  • 5 Gbps data transfer with USB 3.0
  • Ultra-thin FPC cable fits tight spaces
  • Driver-free plug-and-play convenience
  • Works with laptops, phones and flash drives

USB-C OTG cable with Type-A port

The SMUGDESK adapter adds a USB 3.0 Type-A female socket to a USB 3.1 Type-C male plug, letting laptops and phones act as hosts for flash drives and other peripherals. Its flat FPC construction keeps the cable ultrathin and flexible for routing in tight spaces. No drivers are needed, so the connection works immediately on supported devices. It is not suited for users who need a longer reach or a rugged jacketed cable.

Thermals noise and power draw

Passive operation means the cable generates no audible noise and adds negligible heat to the host device. Power consumption is limited to the peripheral draw through the Type-A port, with no active circuitry of its own. The slim FPC ribbon dissipates any warmth across its surface without requiring airflow. Builders who need active cooling or integrated power delivery should look elsewhere.

Behaviour under sustained load

The USB 3.0 interface maintains up to 5Gbps signalling during extended transfers, limited only by the attached drive and host controller. Signal integrity holds across the short FPC length without the degradation seen in longer passive cables. Continuous host-mode sessions remain stable for backups or media offloads. It is not designed for high-power charging or video alternate modes.

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Price $12.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I install the USB 3.0 Type-A female to USB 3.1 Type-C male OTG cable correctly?

Connect the USB-C male end to the host device such as a laptop or phone, then plug the peripheral into the USB-A female port. The cable is plug-and-play with no driver required.

What maintenance will the flat slim FPC cable need over time?

The flexible FPC design has no moving parts. Keep the connectors clean and avoid sharp bends or heavy strain on the ultrathin cable body to maintain reliable contact.

What is the first limit reached during sustained high-speed data transfers?

The USB 3.0 interface caps throughput at 5Gbps, so sustained transfers will hit that bandwidth ceiling before any cable-specific limit appears.

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