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Black 16.40 ft active USB 3.0 A to B cable with Type A and Type B male connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH USB3SAB5M 16.40 ft active USB 3.0 A to B cable

SKU CH-3B3D-7VEQJ MPN USB3SAB5M

An active USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B cable that reaches 16.40 ft without signal loss

  • Connector count1
  • Connector detailsConnector on First End:1 x Type A Male USB Connector on Seco
  • Product typeSee Details
  • Product colorBlack
  • Overall length16.4 ft (5 m)
  • Key featuresConnect USB 3.0 devices up to 5m away with no signal loss 15
  • Connect devices up to 5 metres with no signal loss using the active design
  • Transfer data at 5 Gbps with USB 3.1 Gen 1 support
  • Extend connections beyond the standard 3-metre limit for flexible placement
  • Link USB Type-B peripherals to USB 3.0 hosts using Type-A to Type-B connectors
  • 40 ft black cable provides ample reach for desktop or server setups

Product identity

The StarTech USB3SAB5M is an active USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B cable measuring 16.40 ft. It extends the connection distance for USB 3.0 peripherals up to 5 m without signal loss. The cable supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 data rates of 5 Gbps.

Who it suits and who it does not

This cable suits users who need to place a USB Type-B device such as a hard-drive enclosure, docking station or video capture device beyond the 3-metre limit of standard passive cables. It is not for buyers who require a shorter passive cable, a different connector combination, or a length other than 16.40 ft.

Deciding specification

The active circuitry that enables reliable 5 Gbps operation at 16.40 ft is the single specification that determines whether this cable meets the installation requirement.

How it compares

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Price $69.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB3SAB5M
Product typeSee Details
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connector count1
Connector detailsConnector on First End:1 x Type A Male USB
Connector on Second End:1 x Type B Male USB
Size & build
Overall length16.4 ft (5 m)
Shipping weight0.35 kg
Package size229 × 213 × 32 mm

Questions about this item

Does the active electronics in the 16.40 ft cable need any maintenance or replacement over time?

The active circuitry is built into the cable and requires no user maintenance or replacement under normal use.

What limit appears first when the cable runs at 5 Gbps for long transfers?

The 5 Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 1 bandwidth ceiling is the first limit reached during sustained high-speed transfers.

Does the cable get warm or draw extra power when used all day?

The active design draws a small amount of bus power but stays cool during continuous operation.

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