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Black active optical USB cable with light gray USB-A male and female connectors, 15 m length

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite U330F-15M-G1 USB 3.0 active optical cable 15 m

SKU CH-BH7W-9XK03 MPN U330F-15M-G1

Active optical cable extends a USB 3.0 connection up to 15 metres (49 ft) with a male-to-female USB-A link and optional Micro-USB power port

  • Connection typeUSB A to USB A
  • Cable length49 ft (14.9 m)
  • Connector count2
  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Product typeUSB 3.0
  • Product colorBlack & Light Gray
  • Extends USB connections up to 15 meters without signal loss
  • Delivers USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds up to 5 Gbps for fast transfers
  • Active optical design prevents degradation over long distances
  • Gold-plated contacts and nickel-plated connectors ensure reliable conductivity
  • Male-to-female USB-A configuration with Micro-USB port for flexible device connectivity

USB 3.0 Active Optical Extension

The Tripp Lite U330F-15M-G1 is a USB 3.0 active optical cable that extends a USB connection by 15 metres (49 feet). It features a USB-A male connector on one end and a USB-A female port plus a Micro-USB-B female port on the other. Gold-plated contacts and nickel-plated connectors provide durable signal integrity for servers, hard drives and surveillance cameras.

Suited For Long Runs Not Short Links

This cable suits installers who need to bridge distances beyond the reach of standard copper USB cables without signal degradation. The active optical design maintains USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds up to 5 Gbps over the full 15 metre length. It is not for users who want a simple passive cord for short desk distances, nor for anyone needing a USB-C interface. Builders requiring a male-to-male configuration should look at a different part.

Male-To-Female Topology Decides Fit

The decisive specification is the terminal gender: a USB-A male plug connecting to the host and a USB-A female receptacle accepting your existing device cable. An additional Micro-USB-B female port is provided for optional supplementary power if the host port cannot supply enough current for the active circuitry. Verify that your equipment uses USB-A ports before purchasing.

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Price $107.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTripp Lite
Model nameU330F-15M-G1
Product typeUSB 3.0
Product colorBlack & Light Gray
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to USB A
Connector count2
Connector genderMale to Female
Size & build
Cable length49 ft (14.9 m)
Shipping weight0.51 kg
Package size200 × 190 × 50 mm

Questions about this item

What must already be connected to use the USB 3.0 active optical cable?

You need a USB-A male cable or device on one side and a USB-A female port on the other; the micro-USB female on the extension head accepts an optional power adapter if the host cannot supply enough current.

Will a USB 2.0 peripheral work through this 15 m extension?

Yes, USB 2.0 devices operate at their normal speed over the 49 ft link because the cable carries USB 3.2 Gen 1 signals and remains backward compatible.

How can I verify the 5 Gbps link is active after setup?

Check the host controller properties or run a file-copy test to confirm the connection reports SuperSpeed and achieves throughput near the 5 Gbps rating.

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