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STARTECH

STARTECH USB2CB2M 2m USB 2.0 Type-C to USB-B cable

SKU CH-D6AF-SHHE2 MPN USB2CB2M

Connects USB 2.0 Type-B peripherals to USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 hosts at 480 Mbit/s with a reversible Type-C plug

  • Rated speed480 Mbit/s
  • Connection typeUSB C to USB B
  • Connector count2
  • Connector details1 x USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 Male to 1 x USB B (4 pin) Ma
  • Connector genderMale to Male
  • Apple compatibilityUSB-C port
  • Reversible USB-C connector simplifies plugging in
  • 2-metre length gives flexible device placement
  • USB 2.0 480 Mbit/s speed handles printers and drives
  • Nickel-plated connectors resist corrosion for reliable contact
  • Aluminium-Mylar foil with braid shielding reduces signal interference

Connect USB-B peripherals to USB-C

This two-metre cable links USB 2.0 Type-B devices such as printers, scanners or external drives to computers equipped with USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 ports. The reversible Type-C plug inserts either way up, removing orientation hassle. Nickel-plated connectors and foil-plus-braid shielding protect signal integrity. The PVC jacket resists everyday wear.

Sustained 480 Mbit/s throughput over the full length

Rated at USB 2.0 speeds, the cable maintains 480 Mbit/s across the entire 2 m run without the drop-off seen in longer or unshielded leads. The 22/30 AWG conductors and aluminium-Mylar foil with braid minimise interference during extended print jobs or large file transfers. Straight connectors reduce strain on ports during continuous use.

Reversible USB-C male to USB-B male connector pair

The decisive specification is the male-to-male combination of a 24-pin USB-C 2.0 plug and a 4-pin USB-B plug. This pin-out only serves USB 2.0 peripherals; it cannot carry USB 3.x, DisplayPort or power-delivery signals. Buyers needing faster data rates or alternate-mode video must choose a different cable.

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Price $26.99
Pricier than about 89% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB2CB2M
Product typeUSB 2.0
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speed480 Mbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB C to USB B
Connector count2
Connector details1 x USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 Male to 1 x USB B (4 pin) Male
Connector genderMale to Male
Size & build
Cable shieldingAluminum-Mylar Foil with Braid
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size225 × 125 × 10 mm
Compatibility
Apple compatibilityUSB-C port

Questions about this item

Does the USB2CB2M cable generate noticeable heat or draw extra power when left connected to a printer all day?

The cable is passive with 22/30 AWG conductors and aluminium-Mylar foil plus braid shielding, so it adds no active heat or measurable power draw during continuous use.

What port must my computer already have for this USB Type-C to USB-B cable to work?

Your computer needs a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port; the reversible 24-pin USB-C plug connects directly without adapters.

Will this cable work reliably with an older USB 2.0 scanner that uses a standard USB-B socket?

Yes — the 4-pin USB-B male connector mates with legacy USB 2.0 peripherals and the link runs at the full 480 Mbit/s USB 2.0 rate.

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