Braided 2-in-1 USB-A / USB-C to USB-B Printer Cable - 5m - Black

Braided 2-in-1 USB-A / USB-C to USB-B Printer Cable - 5m

Connect any modern laptop or desktop to office printers without carrying two separate leads. This 5m braided cable features a reversible USB-C plug and a classic USB-A plug moulded on one end, with a gold plated square USB-B connector on the other. Switch between legacy towers and new ultrabooks in seconds, enjoy stable USB 2.0 data rates up to 480 Mb s, and keep desks tidy with a tangle resistant nylon weave.

Key Features and Specifications
- Dual head design: one USB-A and one USB-C on the host side, USB-B on the device side
- High speed USB 2.0 standard supports up to 480 Mb s for fast print jobs and scans
- Five metre reach bridges distant floor boxes to shared office printers
- Gold plated contacts reduce signal loss and resist corrosion over years of use
- High density braided nylon jacket is pull resistant and anti tangle
- Universal OS support: Windows, macOS and Linux plug and play, no drivers needed
- Compatible with HP, Canon, Brother and most other USB-B printers and scanners
- Cable weight about 0.19 kg, diameter approx. 4.5mm for easy routing through conduits

Ideal Examples of Usage
- Connect a MacBook with only USB-C ports to a classroom laser printer without an extra hub
- Link a desktop PC and a laptop alternately to the same home office all in one printer
- Run the cable along skirting boards in a co working space thanks to the full 5m length
- Use at trade shows where hired printers often still rely on USB-B sockets
- Keep one cable in an IT tool kit for quick troubleshooting across mixed hardware fleets

Why This Cable Is the Perfect Buy
- Eliminates the need for separate USB-A to B and USB-C to B leads, cutting clutter
- Braided jacket and moulded strain reliefs outlast basic PVC office cables
- Gold plated ends ensure reliable handshake with finicky older printers
- Long reach lets you place printers anywhere in the room, not just beside the PC
- Cost efficient way to future proof print stations during laptop upgrades

Interesting Facts About Printer Cables
- The square USB-B plug was introduced in 1996 to prevent users from accidentally connecting two computers together
- USB 2.0 at 480 Mb s is still more than enough to stream full colour A3 scans without buffering
- Braided nylon sleeves can withstand over 8 000 bend cycles, roughly double standard plastic jackets
- USB-C supports both host and device roles; this cable fixes the plug as host so printers never try to power the laptop
- Modern printers often include Wi Fi, yet direct USB connections remain the most secure method in data sensitive offices

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