UNITEK USB 3.0 Male to Male Cable (1.5 Meter) Super Speed 5Gbps

UNITEK C4102BK-1.5M USB 3.0 Cable – 1.5M Male to Male, Super Speed 5Gbps, for External HDD, SSD Docking, PC, Laptop – Black

The UNITEK C4102BK USB 3.0 Male-to-Male Cable is engineered for seamless connectivity between your computer and external storage devices. Whether you’re backing up terabytes of data or running a disk cloning operation, this cable delivers 5Gbps transfer speeds while simultaneously powering your HDD/SSD enclosure.

Key Features

✅ 5Gbps Bandwidth – Transfer a 20GB 4K movie in <45 seconds
✅ Stable Power Delivery – 900mA output for 2.5″ HDDs (no extra power adapter needed)
✅ Universal Compatibility – Works with:

• Windows/macOS/Linux

• SATA/NVMe enclosures (UASP supported)

• Docking stations (dual-bay compatible)
  ✅ Robust Build – Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion; nylon-braided option available

Technical Specifications

• Interface: USB 3.0 Type-A Male to Male
• Speed: 5Gbps (SuperSpeed)
• Power Output: 5V/900mA
• Cable Length: 1.5 meters
• Conductor: 28AWG (data) + 24AWG (power)
• Jacket Material: PVC (ROHS compliant)
• Connector Plating: 50μm gold

Ideal For:

• Content Creators: Offload 4K footage from cameras
• IT Professionals: Disk imaging/backup tasks
• Gamers: Expand console storage with external SSDs
• Home Users: Backup family photos/videos

FAQ

Q: Does this work with USB-C devices?
A: No—for USB-C, use a USB-A to USB-C cable.

Q: Can it power a 3.5″ HDD?
A: No—3.5″ drives require external power (12V). Use with 2.5″ HDDs/SSDs only.

Q: Will it charge my phone?
A: Yes, but at standard USB 3.0 speeds (not fast charging).

Q: Is this backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports?
A: Yes, but speeds drop to 480Mbps.

Q: Maximum recommended length for USB 3.0?
A: 3 meters—this 1.5M cable ensures optimal signal integrity.

Q: Does it support UASP?
A: Yes, if your enclosure and OS support it (30% faster than standard USB 3.0).

Q: Can I use it with a USB hub?
A: Yes, but avoid daisy-chaining multiple hubs for best performance.

Q: Is the cable shielded?
A: Yes—foil + braid shielding reduces EMI interference.

Q: Why choose UNITEK over cheaper brands?
A: Thicker power conductors (24AWG) prevent voltage drop under load.