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StarTech Active USB-A 3.0 to USB-B Cable (30')

BH #STUSB3SAB10M • MFR #USB3SAB10M
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StarTech Active USB-A 3.0 to USB-B Cable (30')
Key Features
  • USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen 1
  • Active Design & Equalization Chip
  • 1 x USB-A Male Connector
  • 1 x USB-B Male Connector
Go the distance with the 30' Active USB-A 3.0 to USB-B Male Cable from StarTech. Featuring a USB 3.0 interface, this cable sports USB-A and USB-B male connectors. The active design and equalization chip ensure a clean signal over longer distances than standard USB cables can support. Furthermore, a transfer rate of up to 5 Gb/s ensures speedy communication. This cable features nickel-plated connectors, a PVC jacket, and braided aluminum-mylar foil shielding.
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StarTech USB-A Male to USB-B Male 3.1 Gen 1 Overview

Go the distance with the 30' Active USB-A 3.0 to USB-B Male Cable from StarTech. Featuring a USB 3.0 interface, this cable sports USB-A and USB-B male connectors. The active design and equalization chip ensure a clean signal over longer distances than standard USB cables can support. Furthermore, a transfer rate of up to 5 Gb/s ensures speedy communication. This cable features nickel-plated connectors, a PVC jacket, and braided aluminum-mylar foil shielding.

USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 features a maximum throughput of 5 Gb/s and is synonymous with USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0.
UPC: 065030861359

StarTech USB-A Male to USB-B Male 3.1 Gen 1 Specs

Interface
USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gb/s)
Connector 1
1x USB-A Male
Connector 2
1x USB-B Male
Cable Length
30' / 9.1 m
Active/Passive
Active
Materials
Housing: Aluminum
Jacket: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Color
Black
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.415 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.8 x 8.4 x 2.3"

StarTech USB-A Male to USB-B Male 3.1 Gen 1 Reviews

Reliable, High-Quality

By Jacinta
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-10

I purchased the StarTech 30' Active USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B cable to connect my printer and audio interface across a large studio setup, and it has exceeded expectations. The signal is stable, with no lag or dropouts, even at this extended length—something you can’t say for passive cables at this range. The build quality is excellent—solid connectors, well-insulated cable, and no interference issues. It’s truly plug-and-play with no extra power source or setup required. Data transfers are fast and reliable, maintaining full USB 3.0 speeds. If you're looking for a long USB cable that just works without compromises, this is the one. StarTech continues to deliver professional-grade connectivity solutions. Highly recommended!

High quality cable, solved my problems

By Kevin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-09-13

Before I got this cable I was having serious problems with USB 3, to the point where rolling back to USB 2 was more productive (my computing is a bit older, but still IT pro level). This StarTech cable gave me a solid bus connection and made all the difference. The construction and materials are high quality and as soon as I started using it I knew I'd started to pull a painful thorn out of my side. By comparing, I was able to weed out and replace the inadequate cables infesting my setup (all of which were supplied by the makers of the USB-3 gear!). The higher-end StarTech cables are well worth any reasonable cost premium, and at B&H it's usually not that much anyway. Do I sound like an ad? Fine. That's how much frustration and time this purchase has saved me.

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