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Black USB 2.0 A to B cable, 3 ft long, shielded twisted pair wiring

USBGear

USBGear AB3FT-B 3ft Black USB 2.0 A to B Cable

SKU CH-J8W1-61T7S

Connects USB Type-B printers, scanners or hubs to a host computer at up to 480 Mbps with shielded 28 AWG and 24 AWG wiring

  • Connection typeUSB A to USB B
  • Product colorBlack
  • Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Extends USB Type-B connections across all operating systems
  • Shielded 28AWG/1P+24AWG/2C twisted pair wiring reduces interference
  • USB 2.0 compliant for data speeds up to 480Mbps
  • Works with laptop and desktop hosts supporting USB 2.0
  • Backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices

Connectivity Purpose

This USB 2.0 Type-A to Type-B cable links desktop or laptop hosts to printers, scanners and hubs. It supports data rates up to 480Mbps and works with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices. The 3ft black cable uses shielded twisted-pair wiring for reliable everyday connections.

Fit and Limits

It suits users who need a short, standard peripheral link for office or home equipment. Buyers who require longer reach or higher bandwidth than USB 2.0 provides should consider other options. The fixed connector orientation also means it cannot adapt to reversible or smaller ports.

Deciding Specification

The cable is rated to USB 2.0 at 480Mbps with 28AWG/1P and 24AWG/2C construction. This single rating determines whether the link meets the speed and durability needs of the intended device.

How it compares

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Price $2.99
Cheaper than about 97% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameUSBGear
Model nameAB3 ft-B
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to USB B
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)

Questions about this item

What wire gauges does the 3 ft cable use for its conductors?

The cable uses 28 AWG for the data pair and 24 AWG for the power conductors.

Does the cable generate noticeable heat when transferring at 480 Mbps all day?

The passive copper construction produces no measurable heat during continuous 480 Mbps transfers.

Which USB Type-B devices can I connect without buying an extra adapter?

Any standard USB 2.0 Type-B printer, scanner or hub plugs in directly.

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