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Black USB 2.0 active extension cable with male and female Type-A connectors, 16 ft length

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite U026-016 USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable 16 ft

SKU CH-0RWH-HE1P6 MPN U026-016

Extends USB 2.0 connections up to 16 ft with an active, bus-powered repeater that regenerates the signal for reliable 480 Mbps data transfer and up to 90 mA device power

  • Connection typeUSB A to USB A
  • Connector count2
  • Connector detailsUSB A (MALE) USB A (FEMALE)
  • Plug typePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
  • Product typeUSB 2.0
  • Product colorBlack

Cable Length 16 Feet

  • Extends USB reach to 16 ft without signal loss
  • Active repeater regenerates data for reliable 480 Mbps transfers
  • Daisy-chain multiple cables up to 80 ft total length
  • Bus-powered design supplies up to 90 mA to connected devices
  • Backward compatible with USB 1.1 for broad device support

USB 2.0 active extension for longer runs

This 16-foot active repeater cable extends a USB 2.0 connection beyond standard passive limits. It regenerates the Hi-Speed signal so data integrity is maintained at full 480 Mbps. The male Type-A to female Type-A design plugs directly into a host port and accepts any standard USB cable. It is suited for peripherals that must sit farther from the computer than a typical cable allows.

Bus-powered signal booster in a daisy chain

The cable draws power from the USB bus itself, so no external adapter is required. It provides up to 90 mA to the attached device while boosting the signal for reliable communication. Multiple units can be daisy-chained to reach a total span of up to 80 feet in most installations. Standard USB cables connect between repeaters, keeping the setup simple and using parts already on hand.

Low draw with wide OS support

Power consumption stays within the 90 mA budget supplied by the host port, adding minimal load to the system. Plug-and-play operation works across major operating systems without driver installation. The active circuitry maintains backward compatibility with USB 1.1 devices while preserving full 2.0 throughput. No fan or moving parts means silent operation in any environment.

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Price $27.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTripp Lite
Model nameU026-016
Product typeUSB 2.0
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to USB A
Connector count2
Connector detailsUSB A (MALE)
USB A (FEMALE)
Power
Plug typePlug Type “A” (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan)
Size & build
Shipping weight0.18 kg
Package size171 × 114 × 36 mm

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Questions about this item

How far can I daisy-chain these cables before the signal degrades?

You can daisy-chain multiple active cables up to a total length of 80 ft in most installations while maintaining full USB 2.0 performance.

Does the cable draw extra power or run warm when used continuously for long periods?

The cable is bus powered and provides up to 90 mA to the connected device without requiring an external power adapter or generating noticeable heat.

What type of USB port does my computer need for this extension cable to work?

It requires a standard USB Type-A port and is compatible with USB 2.0 and backward compatible with USB 1.1 hosts.

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