This high-speed USB printer cable, Type-A male to Type-B male, provides a reliable and high-performance connection solution for linking your computer (PC, MacBook, Chromebook) to a wide range of peripherals: printers, scanners, fax machines, electronic keyboards, microphones, amplifiers, MIDI pianos. Available in lengths ranging from 6 feet (approximately 2 meters) up to 100 feet (approximately 30 meters), this robust gray cable combines abrasion-resistant nylon braiding, an aluminum alloy housing, a gold-plated connector, and multi-layer shielding for lossless and interference-free signal transmission. The transfer speed reaches 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) while remaining backward compatible with USB 1.0 and 1.1. No drivers are required – just plug and print.
Detailed technical specifications:
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Cable Type: USB 2.0 – High Speed.
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Connectors:
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Available Lengths:
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6 feet (Ft) – approx. 1.8 meters.
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2 meters (M).
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3 meters.
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10 feet – approx. 3 meters.
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15 feet – approx. 4.5 meters.
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20 feet – approx. 6 meters.
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25 feet – approx. 7.6 meters.
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30 feet – approx. 9.1 meters.
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40 feet – approx. 12.2 meters.
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50 feet – approx. 15.2 meters.
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100 feet – approx. 30.5 meters.
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Maximum Transfer Speed: 480 Mbps (USB 2.0 High Speed).
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Backward Compatibility: USB 1.0 (Low Speed – 1.5 Mbps) and USB 1.1 (Full Speed – 12 Mbps).
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Advantage over WiFi: more stable and efficient wired connection than wireless.
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Mechanical Construction:
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Outer braiding: Abrasion-resistant nylon braiding.
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Connector housing: Aluminum alloy housing – robustness and heat dissipation.
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SR (Strain Relief) Design: anti-bending reinforcement at the ends – protects against damage from repeated bending.
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Contacts: Gold-plated – better conductivity, corrosion resistance.
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Conductors: Tinned oxygen-free copper.
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Shielding: Multiple layers of wrapped shielding – reduction of signal loss and resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI).
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Type B Connector Type: USB 2.0 Type-B (square) – not compatible with USB 3.0 Type-B (which has a different shape with an added part on top).
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Color: Gray.
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Extended Compatibility: PC (Windows), MacBook, Chromebook, Chromebook Pixel, DELL XPS, HP Spectre, Lenovo ThinkPad T570/T14/E15, Lenovo YOGA 900, Huawei MateBook, desktop computers, laptops.
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Peripheral Compatibility:
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Printers: HP Deskjet 2540/3630, Officejet 5740, Envy 4527/4520/4523/5540; Canon MG5750/MG3550/MG7550; Brother DCP-L2520DW; Lexmark MX310DN; Dell C2665DNF; Samsung Xpress SL-C1860FW; Epson XP225/XP245/XP425.
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Others: Scanners, fax machines, electronic keyboards, microphones, amplifiers, MIDI pianos, DAC (digital-to-analog converters).
High Transfer Speed – Up to 480 Mbps:
This high-speed USB 2.0 cable supports a data rate of up to 480 megabits per second, or approximately 60 theoretical megabytes per second. This allows large files (high-resolution PDF documents, photos, scans) to be sent to your printer or scanner without perceptible latency. Backward compatibility with USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbps) and 1.1 (12 Mbps) ensures operation with older equipment. Compared to a Wi-Fi connection, this wired link is intrinsically more stable, free from interference, without signal loss due to distance or obstacles, and without complex network configuration.
Robust Braided Construction – Exceptional Durability:
This cable is designed to withstand demanding work environments and daily handling:
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Braided nylon outer jacket: abrasion-resistant, does not fray, offers excellent flexibility without tangling. The braided texture also provides a better grip and prevents knots.
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Aluminum alloy housing: protects connectors from impact, compression, and corrosion. Aluminum also dissipates heat and provides a premium finish.
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Strain Relief (SR) reinforcement: an extra thickness at both ends of the cable prevents internal conductor breakage due to repeated bending (opening/closing a laptop, moving the printer, storing the cable). This SR design significantly extends lifespan.
Signal Integrity – Superior Shielding and Gold-Plated Contacts:
To ensure perfect data transmission, especially over long distances (up to 100 feet), this cable incorporates several technologies:
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Gold-plated contacts: gold is an excellent, non-oxidizing conductor. It ensures minimal contact resistance and prevents oxidation that would degrade the signal over time.
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Tinned oxygen-free copper: high-purity copper, coated with tin, offers optimal conductivity and resists internal corrosion.
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Multi-layer shielding: multiple layers of shielding (braids and metallic foils) wrap around the data pairs. This shielding protects the signal from electromagnetic (EMI) and radio frequency (RFI) interference generated by power cables, motors, phones, or Wi-Fi routers. Result: distortion-free printing, sharp scans, MIDI transmission without parasitic latency.
Plug-and-play installation – No drivers required:
This cable works immediately upon connection. It requires no drivers, no software, no network configuration. Plug the USB-A end (rectangular) into your computer (PC, Mac, Chromebook) and the USB-B end (square) into your printer, scanner, or other peripheral. The operating system automatically recognizes the device. No more worrying about Wi-Fi passwords, network outages, or neighborhood interference.
Important Note – USB Type-B 2.0 vs 3.0 Compatibility:
This cable uses the USB 2.0 Type-B connector (standard square shape). It is not compatible with USB 3.0 Type-B ports (which have the same square shape but with an additional protrusion on top). If your printer or device has a USB 3.0 Type-B port (often blue inside), this cable will not be able to connect. Check your device's port before purchasing. Conversely, it is perfectly compatible with all USB 2.0 Type-B ports.
Versatility – Far Beyond Printers:
Although named "printer cable," this USB Type-B connector is found on many devices:
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Scanners: high-resolution document scanning.
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Fax machines: sending and receiving faxes from a computer.
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Electronic keyboards / MIDI pianos: connection to a computer for music recording (DAW, notation software).
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Amplifiers and DACs: connection to a PC for hi-fi audio playback (the cable carries the digital signal).
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USB microphones: some condenser microphones use a USB-B port.
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Monitors and hubs: older models.
Variable Lengths – Adapt the Cable to Your Setup:
The range of lengths offered (from 2 meters to 30 meters) allows it to adapt to all configurations:
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Short lengths (2M, 3M, 6Ft, 10Ft): ideal for office where the printer is close to the computer – no bulky excess cable.
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Medium lengths (15Ft, 20Ft, 25Ft, 30Ft, 40Ft): for shared rooms, printer located on another table, or to go behind furniture.
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Long lengths (50Ft, 100Ft): for workshop, warehouse, school, open-plan office – allows the printer to be placed far from the workstation, in a technical room or at the other end of a room.
Over very long distances (50-100 feet), the quality of construction (shielding, quality copper) ensures that the USB 2.0 signal remains intact despite potential attenuation.
Target Audience:
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Offices and Businesses: reliable connection of shared printers to multiple workstations (via manual selection or switch).
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Printing Professionals: photo studios, communication agencies – large format printing without risk of Wi-Fi interruption.
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Home Office and Remote Workers: simple and stable solution for printing from a laptop.
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Education and Schools: connect printers in computer rooms or libraries.
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Musicians and Composers: connect a MIDI piano or keyboard to a computer for recording.
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Hi-fi Enthusiasts: DAC/amp to computer link for lossless listening.
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Individuals: replace a damaged or too short cable.
Key Advantages in Summary:
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High speed 480 Mbps: fast transfer, backward compatible USB 1.0/1.1.
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Nylon braiding + aluminum alloy: extreme robustness, abrasion resistance.
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Gold-plated connectors: optimal conductivity, anti-corrosion.
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Multi-layer shielding: no interference, pure signal.
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SR anti-bending design: protects the cable ends.
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Plug-and-play installation: no drivers, no software.
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Wide range of lengths: from 2 meters to 30 meters.
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Extended compatibility: PC, Mac, Chromebook, HP Canon Brother printers, scanners, MIDI keyboard, DAC, etc.
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USB 2.0 Type-B cable: check compatibility with your port (not compatible with USB 3.0 Type-B).
Package Contents:
Note : Color and shape may vary slightly depending on the length chosen.
