StarTech.com USB Cable, Male USB 2.0 Type A to Male, USB 2.0 USB 2.0 Type C, Black, 4 m

StarTech USB2 Series USB Cable, 4m Cable Length, Black Jacket - USB2AC4MBKE

This USB cable provides a wired connection between USB Type A and USB Type C devices, designed for data transfer and charging within industrial and laboratory environments. It is built to meet standard USB 2.0 signalling and is finished in black with a resilient thermoplastic elastomer outer layer suited to repeated handling.

Features and Benefits:

• USB 2.0 signalling supports standard-speed data transfer
  Male Type A to male Type C connectors for direct device linking
  4m length enables remote station connections without extenders
  Thermoplastic elastomer jacket improves abrasion resistance
  RoHS compliance minimises restricted substance content in materials

Applications

• Suitable for connecting control PCs to USB‑C enabled instrumentation
  Ideal for linking test equipment to measurement devices at benches
  Used with charging stations to power USB‑C handheld tools
  Can be used for data logging between sensors and acquisition systems

What connector orientations will I encounter when using this cable?

One end terminates in a USB Type A male plug while the opposite end uses a USB Type C male plug, providing a conventional A-to-C hardwired link.

How does the cable jacket affect handling and durability?

The thermoplastic elastomer outer layer offers flexibility and resistance to repeated bending, reducing surface wear in routine industrial use.

Is this cable suitable for synchronising devices as well as charging?

Yes, the cable implements USB 2.0 protocol which supports both charging functions and data syncing between compatible hosts and peripherals.

Are there environmental material considerations relevant to installations?

The construction conforms to RoHS requirements, indicating restricted levels of certain hazardous substances in component materials.