USB 2.0 A Male to B Male Printer Cable: Vention 3M Black Connection Solution

The Vention USB 2.0 A Male to B Male Printer Cable provides reliable connectivity between computers and USB-B equipped peripherals. This 3-meter cable supports data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps, making it ideal for printers, scanners, and external storage devices in home offices and business environments. The cable’s length offers flexible placement options while maintaining signal integrity.

Key Features & Benefits

• USB 2.0 High-Speed Support: Delivers data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps, ensuring quick file transfers and responsive printing without bottlenecks
• 3-Meter Extended Reach: Provides flexible device placement without requiring your printer or scanner to sit directly beside your computer
• Gold-Plated Connectors: Resists corrosion and ensures stable electrical contact for consistent performance over thousands of insertions
• Durable Cable Construction: Features molded strain relief at both connector points to prevent cable damage from repeated bending and movement
• Universal Compatibility: Works with any USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 host port, connecting seamlessly to printers, scanners, external hard drives, and audio interfaces

Technical Specifications

Connectivity

• Connector A: USB Type-A Male (computer side)
• Connector B: USB Type-B Male (printer/peripheral side)
• USB Standard: USB 2.0 specification compliant
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 480 Mbps (High-Speed mode)
• Backward Compatibility: USB 1.1 (12 Mbps and 1.5 Mbps modes)

Physical Characteristics

• Cable Length: 3 meters (9.8 feet)
• Cable Color: Black
• Connector Plating: Gold-plated contacts
• Strain Relief: Molded design at both ends
• Cable Gauge: 28/24 AWG (data/power conductors)

Performance & Standards

• Shielding: Double-shielded construction for EMI/RFI protection
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
• Compliance: USB-IF certified, RoHS compliant

Use Cases & Applications

Home Office Setup

The Vention USB printer cable works perfectly in home office configurations where your printer needs to sit across the room from your desk. The 3-meter length accommodates typical room layouts without requiring extension cables or awkward positioning.

Business Environments

In professional settings, this cable connects shared printers to desktop computers or connects scanners to workstations for document digitization. The extended length supports clean cable routing through desk grommets or along walls.

Multi-Function Devices

Beyond printers, the Vention USB 2.0 cable connects to various peripherals including all-in-one printer/scanner units, external CD/DVD drives, MIDI keyboards, audio interfaces, and label printers. Additionally, it works with older external hard drives and USB hubs that use Type-B connectors.

Laboratory and Industrial Equipment

Many specialized devices such as barcode scanners, receipt printers, and measurement instruments use USB-B connections. This cable provides the extended reach necessary for connecting equipment positioned away from the controlling computer.

Compatibility Notes

The Vention USB A to B cable is compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS systems. It connects to any standard USB Type-A port (found on most desktop and laptop computers) and any USB Type-B port (commonly found on printers manufactured by HP, Canon, Epson, Brother, and other brands). The cable supports plug-and-play installation with no driver requirements for basic connectivity.

For optimal performance with USB 3.0 printers or high-speed scanners, consider that this USB 2.0 cable will function correctly but will be limited to USB 2.0 speeds. However, for most printing tasks, the 480 Mbps bandwidth provides more than adequate performance.