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Black USB 3.0 A to Micro B cable, 0.5 m, molded connectors with strain relief

STARTECH

STARTECH USB3AUB50CMB USB 3.0 A to Micro B cable 0.5m

SKU CH-RZ1W-PXBZG MPN USB3AUB50CMB

Connects a USB 3.0 Micro-B device to a USB-A port with 5 Gbit/s SuperSpeed transfer rates and foil-braid shielding

  • Rated speedUSB 3.0–5 Gbit/s
  • Connection typeUSB A to Micro USB & Mini USB
  • Connector count1
  • Connector detailsConnector A: 1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin; SuperSpeed) Male Connecto
  • Connector genderMale to Male
  • Cable shieldingAluminum-Mylar Foil with Braid

Cable Length 1.6 Feet

  • SuperSpeed data transfer up to 5 Gbit/s for fast file moves
  • 5 m length keeps desk clutter minimal
  • Aluminium-Mylar foil plus braid shielding cuts signal noise
  • Molded connectors with strain relief extend cable life
  • USB 3.0 A male to Micro-B male fits external drives

USB 3.0 A to Micro B cable

This 0.5 metre cable links a USB 3.0 Type A host port to a Micro-B 3.0 device. It suits users connecting external hard drives or other SuperSpeed peripherals to a desktop or laptop. The male-to-male connectors are moulded with strain relief for a secure fit. Black jacket and standard plug type complete the assembly.

Sustained 5 Gbit/s transfer

The cable is rated for USB 3.0 SuperSpeed at 5 Gbit/s and maintains that bandwidth across its full length. Aluminium-Mylar foil with braided shielding protects signal integrity during long copy sessions. Compliance with USB 3.0 specifications ensures consistent throughput without the drops seen on lesser shielded leads. Backwards compatibility allows 480 Mbps operation on older ports.

Low heat and silent operation

Passive construction means no fan noise and negligible heat under normal data loads. Power draw follows the USB 3.0 bus limit so the host port supplies all required current. Moulded strain relief reduces connector stress that can cause intermittent contact. The half-metre length keeps voltage drop minimal for reliable device enumeration.

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Price $16.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB3AUB50CMB
Product typeUSB 3.0
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speedUSB 3.0–5 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to Micro USB & Mini USB
Connector count1
Connector detailsConnector A: 1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin; SuperSpeed) Male
Connector B: 1 - USB 3.0 Micro-B (10 pin; SuperSpeed) Male
Connector genderMale to Male
Power
Plug typePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
Size & build
Cable shieldingAluminum-Mylar Foil with Braid
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size221 × 194 × 13 mm

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Questions about this item

Will the 0.5 m cable get warm or draw extra power during all-day large file transfers?

The cable carries up to 5 Gbit/s SuperSpeed data with aluminum-Mylar foil and braid shielding, so it runs cool and adds no measurable power draw beyond the drive itself.

Which port must my laptop already have to use this USB 3.0 A to Micro B cable?

Your computer needs a standard USB 3.0 Type-A port (the blue 9-pin SuperSpeed connector) to plug the A end into.

Can I connect this cable to an older USB 2.0 Micro-B drive without losing data?

Yes, the Micro-B 10-pin plug is backward-compatible; it will mate with a USB 2.0 Micro-B port and transfer at up to 480 Mbps.

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