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STARTECH

STARTECH USB2CB50CM USB C to USB B cable 0.5m

SKU CH-ETVG-GS96W MPN USB2CB50CM

Connects USB 2.0 Type-B peripherals such as printers and scanners to USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 ports with a short 0.5 m braided cable built for durability

  • Connection typeUSB C to USB B
  • Connector count2
  • Connector detailsConnector A: 1 - USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 Male Connector
  • Product typeUSB 2.0
  • Product colorBlack
  • Connect USB-B peripherals to USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 ports
  • 5 m length keeps close-range setups tidy
  • Braided jacket with nickel-plated connectors resists wear
  • 20/30 AWG conductors support USB 2.0 data rates
  • Ideal for mobile scanners and printers needing USB-B links

Close-range USB 2.0 link

The StarTech USB2CB50CM is a 0.5 m cable that connects USB-B peripherals such as printers or mobile scanners to a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 host. Its short length keeps desk runs tidy for equipment positioned right next to the computer.

Durable braided construction

A braided jacket protects the 20/30 AWG conductors while nickel-plated connector shells resist wear from repeated mating. The cable carries USB 2.0 signals through a 24-pin USB-C plug and a 4-pin USB-B plug without any active circuitry.

Replaces longer legacy cables

It supersedes standard-length USB-A to USB-B leads when the host only offers USB-C ports and the device sits close by. The half-metre reach is not suited for setups where the peripheral sits farther from the host.

How it compares

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Price $8.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB2CB50CM
Product typeUSB 2.0
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB C to USB B
Connector count2
Connector detailsConnector A: 1 - USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 Male
Connector B: 1 - USB B (4 pin) Male
Size & build
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size229 × 122 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

How do I plug the USB-C end into my computer so it actually works?

Insert the USB-C male connector into any USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port on your computer; the reversible 24-pin design means it seats either way up.

Will the braided jacket or nickel-plated connectors need any upkeep after a year of daily use?

The braided cover and nickel-plated connector plates are built for durability and do not require scheduled maintenance or replacement under normal use.

At what point does the 20/30 AWG wire gauge limit data throughput during long print jobs?

The cable is rated for USB 2.0 speeds, so sustained transfers will not exceed that bandwidth regardless of session length.

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