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Black USB 2.0 Type-A to Type-B cable, 10ft long, shielded twisted pair wiring

USBGear

USBGear USBG-AB3B 10ft USB 2.0 A to B Cable Black

SKU CH-4GGM-Z0J1P

A 10 ft USB 2.0 Type-A to Type-B cable with 28AWG/1P+24AWG/2C shielded wiring for 480 Mbps data transfer to printers, scanners and hubs

  • Connection typeUSB A to USB B
  • Product colorBlack
  • Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
  • Connects printers and scanners up to 10 ft away
  • 28 AWG data pair plus 24 AWG power conductors for reliable signal
  • USB 2.0 compliant for 480 Mbps transfer rates
  • Works with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices for broad compatibility
  • Rated to 80 °C and 30 V for durable everyday use

Connectivity for USB Type-B peripherals

This ten-foot cable links a USB Type-A host such as a laptop or desktop to printers, scanners or hubs that use a USB Type-B port. It supports data rates up to 480 Mbps under the USB 2.0 specification and remains backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices. The length gives extra reach for equipment placed away from the host.

Passive cable thermals and power

As a passive copper cable it generates no heat of its own and draws no external power beyond the host port. The 28 AWG data pair and 24 AWG power conductors are rated for environments up to 80 °C and 30 V, so normal desktop use stays well within thermal limits. No fan noise or active cooling is involved.

Shielded construction and daily handling

The shielded twisted-pair wiring uses 28 AWG for data and 24 AWG for power, providing durability for frequent plugging and unplugging. The black PVC jacket remains flexible for routing around desks or through cable management channels. Connectors are standard USB Type-A and Type-B with no locking mechanism, so insertion and removal stay straightforward.

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Price $3.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameUSBGear
Model nameUSBG-AB3B
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to USB B
Size & build
Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)

Questions about this item

How do I plug the USBG-AB3B into my printer, and which end do people confuse?

Insert the rectangular Type-A plug into the computer and the square Type-B plug into the printer; the Type-B end is the one users sometimes try to force upside-down.

Will the 28AWG/1P+24AWG/2C shielded wiring need replacement after heavy use?

The cable is rated for environments up to 80°C and 30V, so the wiring itself does not require scheduled replacement under normal indoor use.

At what point does the 10 ft length limit the 480 Mbps USB 2.0 speed during long transfers?

The 10 ft length stays within the USB 2.0 specification, so sustained 480 Mbps transfers are supported without a length-related bottleneck.

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