USB 2.0 Type A to Type B Cable Equip 128862 5.0m Black

The equip USB 2.0 Type A to Type B cable (5.0 m) provides a reliable wired connection between a computer or USB hub and peripherals such as printers, scanners and multifunction printers. The cable features USB A male and USB B male connectors, supports USB 2.0 high-speed transfer rates up to 480 Mbps and has magnetic/double shielding to reduce interference for stable data transmission over longer distances.

Advantages

This 5.0 m USB 2.0 cable offers plug-and-play compatibility with PC and Mac systems, solid build quality and double magnetic shielding that helps minimise electromagnetic interference. It supports the full USB 2.0 high-speed bandwidth (up to 480 Mbps) and is suitable for reliable connections to printers, scanners and other USB peripherals where an extended cable length is required.

Suitable for

• Connecting a computer or USB hub to a printer or multifunction printer
• Connecting scanners and other USB peripherals over a longer distance
• Replacing or extending existing USB A–B connections in offices and home workspaces

Key specifications

• Brand: EQUIP
• MPN: 128862
• Connector 1: USB A (male)
• Connector 2: USB B (male)
• USB version: USB 2.0 (High Speed)
• Maximum data rate: 480 Mbps (0.48 Gbit/s)
• Cable length: 5.0 m
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.099 kg

How to use

Plug the USB A male connector into an available USB port on your computer or USB hub and connect the USB B male connector to the USB device (for example a printer or scanner). The connection is plug-and-play; most operating systems will automatically detect the device. Ensure connectors are fully inserted to maintain a stable high-speed link across the 5 m cable.

Recommendations

For best results, avoid running the cable parallel to high-power electrical lines or sources of strong electromagnetic interference. Use this cable for data transmission and device control; for charging or applications requiring higher USB bandwidth, use an appropriate USB 3.x cable or specification-compliant solution.