Tripp Lite U428-006 USB 3.1 Type C to Type A cable 6 ft
Connects USB-C devices to USB-A ports with 5 Gbps data transfer over 6 ft
- Rated speedUp to 5 Gbit/s
- Connection typeUSB A to USB C
- Connector count2
- Connector detailsConnector on First End: Type C Male USB Connector on Second
- Connector genderMale to Male
- Product typeUSB 3.1
- Connects USB-C devices to USB-A ports on computers or chargers
- 6 ft cable delivers data transfer up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.1 Gen 1
- Reversible USB-C male plug inserts in either direction for easy connection
- Backward compatible with earlier USB generations for broad device support
- Superior conductivity ensures reliable data communication
USB C to USB A cable for device charging and data
The Tripp Lite U428-006 connects a USB Type-C device to a USB Type-A port on a computer, tablet or charger. It supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. The reversible USB-C male plug inserts in either direction. Backward compatibility extends to previous USB generations.
Suits users linking USB-C peripherals to legacy
Buyers needing a USB-C to USB-C connection or a longer reach than the 6 ft length should consider a different cable. This male-to-male cable does not adapt to other connector types or protocols beyond the stated USB and Thunderbolt 3 support.
Up to 5 Gbps transfer speed
The cable delivers USB 3.1 Gen 1 performance at up to 5 Gbps, which is 10 times faster than USB 2.0. It also works with Thunderbolt 3 ports for data and charging tasks. Superior conductivity ensures reliable data communication across the full length.
How it compares
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- Price $25.99
- Pricier than about 87% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Tripp Lite |
| Model name | U428-006 |
| Product type | USB 3.1 |
| Product color | Black |
| Performance | |
| Rated speed | Up to 5 Gbit/s |
| Ports & slots | |
| Connection type | USB A to USB C |
| Thunderbolt 3 support | Yes |
| Connector count | 2 |
| Connector details | Connector on First End: Type C Male USB Connector on Second End: Type A Male USB |
| Connector gender | Male to Male |
| Size & build | |
| Shipping weight | 0.08 kg |
| Package size | 180 × 149 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
How long is the cable before signal integrity could become a limit?
The cable is 6 ft long and rated for USB 3.1 Gen 1 speeds up to 5 Gbps.
Does the cable or its connectors get hot during all-day data transfers?
The cable is passive with no active electronics, so it does not generate noticeable heat under normal use.
Which ports must my computer already have for this cable to work?
You need a USB Type-A port on the host and a USB Type-C port on the device you are connecting.
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