Cable Matters Active USB Extension Cable 16.4 ft / 5m (USB 3.0 Extension Cable Male to Female) with Signal Booster for Hard Drive, Webcam and More

Cable Matters Active USB Extension Cable 16.4 ft / 5m (USB 3.0 Extension Cable Male to Female) with Signal Booster for Hard Drive, Webcam and More

• Active USB 3.0 Extension Cable: This active USB extension cable extends the connection between a computer and USB peripherals. The USB 3 active extension cable supports SuperSpeed 5Gbps data transfer for connecting VR headsets like the HTC Vive Cosmos, webcams, USB 3.0 hubs, and external hard drives using this USB to USB repeater cable.
• Long-Distance USB Signal Boosting: This long USB extension cable with an integrated amplification chipset ensures reliable signal transmission over greater distances than passive USB cables. This USB active extension cable is backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices and cables—ideal for extending a printer cable or an external hard drive cable.
• Powered USB Extension Cable: This powered USB extension cable supports an optional 5V 2A power supply with a 3.5 × 1.35 mm center-positive plug (sold separately). Additional power may be required when devices draw more than 900 mA or when using a USB3 extension cable with power on low-power USB 3.0 PCIe card ports where USB bus power may be insufficient.
• Premium Build Quality: This long USB extender cable features gold-plated connectors, bare copper conductors, and foil & braid shielding for stable performance. A power-status LED and Y-cable power port with a cable clip provide visibility and strain relief while maintaining flexibility for storage and cable management.
• Versatile Connectivity for Home & Office: Use this USB extension cable with power to extend connections for VR gear, webcams, storage devices, printers, and more across a room. This active USB 3.0 extension cable delivers long-distance data transmission and broad compatibility—ideal for home workstations, gaming setups, and professional environments.

<br>The Cable Matters SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Active Extension Cable is an indispensable accessory for PC and Mac users to bring USB peripherals such as hard drives, printers, mice, keyboards, and USB hubs within reach from behind the desk or across the room. Active extension cable is bus powered with an integrated amplification chipset to ensure the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 performance at longer lengths than a normal USB extension cable. The combination of gold-plated connectors, bare copper conductors, and foil & braid shielding provides superior cable performance and error-free data transmission. <br> <br> <b>Specifications</b> <br> - Connector 1: USB 3.0 Type A Male <br> - Connector 2: USB 3.0 Type A Female <br> - Cable Rating: SuperSpeed USB 3.0 up to 5 Gbps data transfer rate <br> - Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 <br>- Not recommended for devices with high power consumption requirements; This cable will not charge iPads, iPods, or iPhones <br>- Optional AC Power (sold separately): Power Adapter with 5V/2A center positive 3.5 x 1.35mm barrel connector <br> <br> <b>Package Content</b> <br> 1x Active USB 3.0 Type A Male to Female Cable in 16.4 Feet <br> <br> <b>Warranty</b> <br> Limited One-Year Warranty and Lifetime Product Support