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Monoprice 113006 USB 3.0 Type-C to USB-A Female Cable

USB 3.0USB 2.0

Connect with SuperSpeed: Monoprice Select Series USB 3.0 Type-C to Female Type-A Cable The Monoprice Select Series USB 3.0 cable allows you to connect your USB Type-A accessories to devices with a USB Type-C port. It has a reversible design that is always properly oriented, eliminating a common s...

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Overview

Connect with SuperSpeed: Monoprice Select Series USB 3.0 Type-C to Female Type-A Cable

The Monoprice Select Series USB 3.0 cable allows you to connect your USB Type-A accessories to devices with a USB Type-C port. It has a reversible design that is always properly oriented, eliminating a common source of frustration from trying to plug in improperly oriented Type-A connectors. Enjoy data transfer speeds up to 5.0 Gbps.

Specifications:

  • Connector 1: USB 3.0 Type-C (Male)
  • Connector 2: USB 3.0 Type-A (Female)
  • Data Transfer Rate: Up to 5.0 Gbps

Key Features

Stay Connected: Featuring a male USB Type-C connector on one end and a female Type-A connector on the other end, this USB 3.0 cable is ideal for connecting SuperSpeed USB 3.0 devices to newer laptops with the Type-C connector.

Reversible Design: The reversible Type-C connector is always properly oriented, eliminating a common source of frustration from trying to plug in improperly oriented Type-A connectors.

Versatility: The female Type-A connector on this USB 3.0 cable is backwards compatible with the USB 2.0 and 1.1 standards, making it perfect for use with Full Speed, High Speed, and SuperSpeed USB devices, with data speeds up to 5.0 Gbps.

Specifications

Model Number
113006
Connector 1
USB Type-C Male
Connector 2
USB-A Female
USB Standard
USB 3.0
Data Speed
Up to 5.0 Gbps
Compatibility
USB 2.0, USB 1.1
Feature
Reversible Type-C Connector

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a reversible Type-C connector, simplifying connection by eliminating orientation frustration.
  • Provides a female Type-A connector, enabling connection of SuperSpeed USB 3.0 devices to Type-C laptops.
  • Offers versatility, as the female Type-A connector is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 standards.
  • Supports high data speeds up to 5.0 Gbps for SuperSpeed USB devices, ensuring quick transfers.
  • Ideal for bridging older USB-A peripherals with newer USB-C equipped host devices.

👎 Cons

  • The specific length of the Monoprice 113006 cable is not provided, which can be critical for setup and reach.
  • The product description does not specify the maximum power delivery supported by the cable for charging devices.
  • The color of the cable is not mentioned, which might be a consideration for users with specific aesthetic preferences.
  • Details on the cable's material composition or jacket durability are not given, impacting longevity expectations.
  • While compatible with older standards, full SuperSpeed USB 3.0 performance requires compatible devices on both ends.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main advantage of the reversible Type-C connector on this Monoprice cable is that it can be plugged in any way up, eliminating the frustration of trying to orient the connector correctly.
The primary features highlighted are data transfer and device connection; the listing does not specify the cable's power delivery capabilities for charging.
You can connect various SuperSpeed USB 3.0 devices, as well as older USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices, to a laptop with a USB Type-C port using the female Type-A end of this cable.
Yes, with data speeds up to 5.0 Gbps, this Monoprice USB 3.0 cable is suitable for connecting SuperSpeed USB 3.0 external hard drives to Type-C laptops for efficient data transfer.
The features focus on data transfer and device connectivity via USB 3.0; there is no mention of support for video output or display connectivity with this specific cable.