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Black panel-mount USB B male to female cable with PVC jacket and nickel-plated straight connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH USBPNLBFBM3 panel-mount USB B male to female cable

SKU CH-WHW8-8E3MV MPN USBPNLBFBM3

Panel-mount cable adds a USB-B female port to enclosures using a male-to-female B connection with shielded PVC jacket and 24/28 AWG conductors

  • Connector count2
  • Connector detailsConnector A: 1 - USB B (4 pin) Male Connector B: 1 - USB B (
  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Plug typePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
  • Product typeUSB
  • Product colorBlack

Cable Length 3 Feet

  • Panel-mount USB-B port for easy enclosure access
  • Male-to-female design extends existing USB-B connections
  • Nickel-plated connectors resist corrosion for reliable contact
  • Foil-and-braid shielding protects signal integrity
  • PVC jacket with 24/28 AWG conductors suits panel installation

Panel-mount USB-B access

This panel-mount cable adds a USB-B female port to a custom enclosure so users can connect peripherals without opening the case. It suits builders who need a fixed, reachable port for printers, scanners or industrial devices. The male USB-B plug connects to an internal header or hub while the female end stays flush on the panel. Buyers who need a different connector type or a longer internal lead will not find it here.

Shielded PVC jacket

The cable uses a PVC jacket with aluminium-mylar foil and braid shielding to reduce interference during sustained data transfers. Conductors are 24/28 AWG and terminated with nickel-plated straight connectors for reliable contact. This construction supports consistent throughput when the link runs for extended periods. No active electronics or signal boosters are included in the assembly.

Straight nickel-plated connectors

Both connectors are straight and nickel-plated, allowing a clean panel cut-out and simple screw or nut mounting. The male-to-female gender lets the cable act as a bulkhead extender without adapters. The black PVC jacket resists abrasion in rack or enclosure environments. Installers must provide their own panel cut-out and fastening hardware.

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Price $10.99
Cheaper than about 84% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSBPNLBFBM3
Product typeUSB
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Connector detailsConnector A: 1 - USB B (4 pin) Male
Connector B: 1 - USB B (4 pin) Female
Connector genderMale to Female
Power
Plug typePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
Size & build
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size132 × 122 × 29 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the panel-mount USB B cable generate noticeable heat when left connected all day?

The cable uses passive copper conductors with foil-and-braid shielding, so it produces no measurable heat during continuous operation.

What panel cut-out and mounting hardware must I already have to install the USB B female connector?

You need a standard panel cut-out that matches the USB B female flange and your own screws or nuts to secure the connector to the enclosure.

Will this 24/28 AWG cable work reliably with an older USB 1.1 printer I still use?

Yes, the straight-through B-to-B wiring is fully backward-compatible with legacy USB 1.1 devices.

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