StarTech.com USB 3.2, Male USB Type C to Male USB Type A, Black

StarTech.com USB Adapter, USB 3.2 USB Version, Black Jacket - USB31CAADG

This USB adapter converts between USB Type-C and USB Type-A connectors to enable direct connections between devices and legacy peripherals. It supports USB 3.2 data rates and is finished in black, making it suitable for integration into test benches and industrial desks where compact, cable-free interfacing is required. The product meets CE conformity and is intended for industrial and technical environments that require straightforward male-to-male linking.

Features and Benefits:

• USB 3.2 data throughput for Faster file transfers and diagnostics
  Male USB-C to male USB-A configuration for direct device linking
  Black jacket for unobtrusive integration into equipment racks
  CE marked construction for regulatory conformity in installations
  Compact adapter form factor for minimal bench space occupation

Applications

• Suitable for connecting modern controllers to legacy USB peripherals
  Ideal for firmware updates between USB-C instruments and USB-A hosts
  Used with diagnostic tools requiring a male-to-male USB connection
  Can be used for data transfer in automation test setups
  Used for temporary interfacing in electronics assembly and repair

Which connector orientations does it provide for device coupling?

It offers a USB Type-C male plug on one end and a USB Type-A male plug on the other to directly join C-equipped devices to A-equipped hosts or hubs.

What electrical standard governs its data signalling capability?

Data signalling follows the USB 3.2 specification enabling high-speed transfer modes defined by that standard.

Is the outer finish relevant for workshop use?

The black jacket reduces visible wear and blends with industrial equipment, aiding Visual organisation in multi-cable installations.

Are there any hazardous-area approvals for use in classified environments?

It does not carry hazardous-area certification and should not be specified for use in classified explosive atmospheres.