InLine USB 2.0 Cable Type A male / Type B female black, gold plated, 0.5m

InLine USB 2.0 Type A to Type B cable, 0.5 m, black, with gold-plated contacts, provides a short and reliable wired connection between a host device with a USB A port and peripheral equipment with a USB B port. The cable supports USB 2.0 high-speed data transfer up to 480 Mbit/s and is backward compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 1.0 devices. Its compact length and robust construction make it suitable for connecting printers, scanners, external drives and other desktop or office peripherals where a neat, low-profile connection is required.

Advantages

The cable offers gold-plated contacts for improved contact quality and corrosion resistance, ensuring stable signal transfer during typical office and home use. Its USB 2.0 compliance guarantees up to 480 Mbit/s data throughput for compatible devices while maintaining compatibility with earlier USB generations. The short 0.5 m length reduces cable clutter and signal attenuation for close-mounted equipment, and the black jacket provides a neutral appearance that blends into most workspaces.

Suitable for

• Connecting printers and multifunction devices to computers
• Linking scanners to host PCs
• Connecting external optical drives or hard drives with USB B ports
• Temporary or permanent connections where a short cable run is preferred

Key specifications

• Connector type: USB Type A (male) to USB Type B (male)
• USB standard: USB 2.0, backward compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 1.0
• Maximum data rate: up to 480 Mbit/s
• Cable length: 0.5 m
• Contact finish: gold-plated contacts for corrosion resistance
• Cable colour: black
• Conductor configuration: data and power wires sized for USB 2.0 signalling
• Weight: approximately 0.032 kg

How to use

Connect the USB Type A male plug to the host device (for example a computer or laptop) and insert the USB Type B male plug into the peripheral device (for example a printer or scanner). Ensure both devices are powered according to their manufacturer instructions and that any required drivers are installed on the host system. The cable supports plug-and-play operation for most modern operating systems when used with compatible hardware.

Recommendations

Use this 0.5 m USB 2.0 cable for short-distance connections to minimise cable clutter and reduce the risk of physical strain on connectors. Avoid tightly bending the cable near the connector ends and keep it away from high-interference sources such as large unshielded power transformers to maintain stable data transfer.