USB 3.0 Type A Male to Male Cable​

This USB 3.0 Type-A male to male cable from TLD, a China USB cable manufacturer and factory, is built for compatible equipment requiring a standard Type-A male-to-male connection. The cable uses 28AWG data conductors, 24AWG power conductors, a premium PVC jacket and triple-layer shielding. Its 6ft (1.8m) length provides a practical option for connecting closely positioned devices, source equipment and peripherals. Factory direct from Guangdong, China, with OEM, wholesale and free samples available.

Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Product Name	USB 3.0 Type-A Male to Male Cable
Connector Type	USB Type-A Male to USB Type-A Male, 9-pin fully populated
Length	1m / 3m standard; custom lengths available
Data Transfer Rate	5Gbps
Data Conductor	Tinned copper or bare copper, high-frequency data pairs
Power Conductor	Tinned copper or bare copper, VBUS and ground
Shielding	Triple-layer: aluminium foil + braided copper mesh + inner foil
Jacket	Flexible PVC, matte black; custom colours available
Connector Shell	Nickel-plated brass with overmoulded strain relief
Contact Plating	Gold-flashed
Power Delivery	USB 3.0 bus power, 0.9A @ 5V
Wiring	All 9 pins: SuperSpeed TX/RX pairs, D+/D-, VBUS, ground
Compatibility	PC-to-PC data migration, external DVD/Blu-ray drives, USB 3.0 monitors with upstream ports, docking stations, KVM switches, industrial programming interfaces, test instruments, microcontroller programmers, gaming controller links, select NAS devices
Backward Compatibility	USB 2.0 / 1.1 A-to-A applications
Operating Temperature	-20°C to 70°C
Packaging	Polybag, zip-lock bag, blister card, or custom retail box
Certifications	RoHS, REACH, UL
MOQ	100 units standard; flexible for custom projects
Lead Time	15–20 days for bulk orders; free samples in 5–7 days

Key Features & Benefits

1. Fully Populated 9-Pin USB 3.0

Many A-to-A cables on the market only wire the 4 USB 2.0 pins and deliver 480Mbps. This cable uses all 9 pins, including SSTX+/-, SSRX+/- and additional ground. It supports 5Gbps bi-directional throughput.

In lab tests connecting two USB 3.0 PCs, sustained file transfer exceeded 400MB/s.

2. Triple-Layer Shielding

The cable uses aluminium foil, a 64-braid tinned copper mesh and inner foil. The braided copper mesh adds a low-impedance ground path and mechanical protection. Test data shows 15–18dB improvement in EMI rejection at 1GHz compared with single-foil shielded cables.

This helps reduce data errors and connection drops in data centres, industrial floors and studio environments.

3. USB-A to USB-A Applications

The A-to-A configuration is used for:

PC-to-PC data transfer: connect two computers for file migration using Windows Easy Transfer, Mac Target Disk Mode, or network-over-USB tools

External DVD/Blu-ray drives: replacement or upgrade for bundled A-to-A cables

USB 3.0 monitors with upstream ports: connect PC to monitor USB hub and data channel

Industrial programming and automation: PLC programmers, barcode scanners, test equipment

Microcontroller development: Raspberry Pi gadget mode, FPGA programmers, embedded dev kits

KVM switches and extenders: connect shared peripherals

Gaming and entertainment: direct console-to-console USB LAN play on supported older models

4. 24AWG Power Conductors

The VBUS and ground lines use 24AWG tinned copper. Voltage drop stays under 0.15V at full 0.9A load. This supports stable power for external optical drives and industrial programmers.

5. Construction for Professional Environments

Overmoulded strain relief extends 30mm from each connector

Nickel-plated brass connector shells

Connector contacts tested to 5,000+ insertion/withdrawal cycles

PVC jacket with Shore A hardness 82

10,000+ bend cycle endurance tested at 180°

6. Compatibility and Backward Support

The cable works with USB 3.0 devices requiring an A-to-A connection. It is backward compatible with USB 2.0 A-to-A applications and operates at USB 2.0 speeds with those devices.

Application Scenarios

IT and Data Migration Transfer large datasets between two Windows PCs or Macs at 5Gbps.

Multimedia Archiving Connect external DVD/Blu-ray burners to laptops or desktops without an integrated optical drive.

Professional AV Workstations Connect USB 3.0 monitors with upstream ports for USB hub functionality.

Industrial Automation Program PLCs, connect barcode scanners and interface with test instruments on production floors. Braided shielding supports communication in noisy environments.

Engineering and Embedded Development Connect Raspberry Pi, FPGA boards and microcontroller programmers for device flashing and serial debugging.

Retail and POS Systems Connect legacy POS terminals, receipt printers and peripheral controllers using A-to-A interfaces.

Medical and Scientific Equipment Interface with diagnostic instruments, data loggers and laboratory analysers.

Data Centres and Server Rooms Connect KVM switches and management interfaces. 6ft length supports rack positioning.

Technical Construction

Full 9-Pin Wiring

VBUS: 24AWG tinned copper

Ground: 24AWG tinned copper

D+/D-: 28AWG twisted pair

SSTX+/SSTX-: 30AWG differential pair

SSRX+/SSRX-: 30AWG differential pair

Additional ground for SuperSpeed pairs

Differential Impedance Control Each SuperSpeed pair is twisted at a specific pitch: 1.2mm for SSTX, 1.3mm for SSRX. Target differential impedance is 90Ω ± 5Ω. TDR testing is performed on every batch.

Pair-to-Pair Crosstalk Isolation The two SuperSpeed pairs are separated by power and ground conductors. Each pair has its own foil shield within the overall cable. This reduces transmit signal coupling onto the receive pair.

Skew Management Each differential pair is length-matched to within 0.3mm, achieving skew under 15ps.

Braided Shield Effectiveness Transfer impedance is measured at multiple frequencies. The triple-shield design achieves below 10mΩ/m at 1MHz and below 30mΩ/m at 100MHz.

100% Automated Electrical Testing Each cable is tested for:

Continuity on all 9 pins

Short-circuit isolation

Hi-Pot insulation: 300V DC, >10MΩ

Attenuation @ 2.5GHz: <12dB/m

Characteristic impedance: 90Ω ± 5Ω

Durability Test

Bending Swing Test

Salt Spray Test

Temperature and Humidity Test

Insertion and Extraction Test

Real-device handshake: verifies 5Gbps negotiation with a USB 3.0 host

Quality Assurance

TLD operates under ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management.

Quality Checkpoint	Method	Acceptance Criteria
Incoming material inspection	Visual + gauge + plating thickness test	Conductor gauge, shield coverage, connector plating thickness
Inline soldering inspection	Automated optical inspection (AOI)	100% defect-free joints
100% electrical test	Automated tester (ATE)	Continuity, isolation, Hi-Pot
Attenuation @ 2.5GHz	Network analyser (batch sample)	<12dB/m
Differential impedance	TDR (batch sample)	90Ω ± 5Ω
Insertion/withdrawal force	Force gauge (shift sample)	0.5–2.0 kgf (USB-IF spec)
Bend endurance	Flex tester (shift sample)	10,000 cycles @ 180°, no signal loss, no conductor break
Temperature/humidity cycling	Environmental chamber (monthly)	72hrs @ -20°C to +70°C, 90% RH, no cracks, no spec drift

Why Choose TLD

Founded in 2008, TLD is a 12,000 m² ISO 9001 certified manufacturer, supplier and exporter with over 200 employees and 15 in-house engineers. The Dongguan facility uses automated production lines.

TLD supplies global brands including ZTE, Skyworth and Hisense, as well as wholesale distributors and e-commerce sellers in 55 countries.

Partner benefits:

Factory direct pricing for wholesale and bulk orders

Custom lengths, colours, connector labelling and retail packaging

Private labelling, custom blister cards and retail boxes

Free samples for qualified buyers within 5–7 days

Standard models in stock for rapid dispatch

98.5% on-time delivery over 24 months

Dedicated account managers and technical support

R&D team support for custom cable designs and application requirements

Client Testimonial

Media (UK) “We use these cables to connect external Blu-ray burners for archival projects. Our previous cables kept failing — the connectors would break or the speed would drop. TLD’s cables have been flawless for more time now. We’ve placed four repeat bulk orders.”

FAQ

Q1: Is a USB 3.0 A-to-A cable the same as a standard USB cable?

A: No. Standard USB cables are A-to-B, A-to-C, A-to-Micro-B, etc., where the host is the Type-A end and the device is the other connector. An A-to-A cable connects two Type-A ports. It is used for PC-to-PC, external optical drives, USB monitors, industrial programmers and KVM switches. This cable is fully wired for these applications.

Q2: Can I use this cable to connect two computers for file transfer?

A: Yes. With software such as Windows Easy Transfer, Mac Target Disk Mode, or network-over-USB utilities, two computers can be connected for file migration. Both PCs need USB 3.0 Type-A ports and driver support.

Q3: Does this cable work with external DVD/Blu-ray drives that have a USB-A port?

A: Yes. Many external optical drives use a captive A-to-A cable or have a Type-A female port requiring an A-to-A connection. This cable can replace or upgrade the bundled cable.

Q4: How does the braided shield improve performance over a standard cable?

A: The 64-braid tinned copper mesh adds a lower-impedance ground path and mechanical protection compared with foil-only shielding. It provides 15–18dB better EMI rejection at high frequencies. This supports clean data transmission in electrically noisy environments.

Q5: Is the cable compatible with USB 2.0 devices?

A: Yes. It is backward compatible. With USB 2.0 devices, it operates at 480Mbps. The 9-pin wiring includes the USB 2.0 D+/D- pins, so USB 2.0 A-to-A applications work.

Q6: Can this cable be used to charge one device from another? A: USB A-to-A connections typically provide power from the host to the other device. The direction of power delivery depends on the host implementation. This cable supports data transfer with power delivery up to 0.9A when the host supports it. For charging applications, check your device documentation.

Q7: Do you offer longer or shorter versions?

A: 6ft is in stock. Custom lengths from 1ft to 15ft are available for bulk orders.

Q8: How do I get a free sample?

A: Contact the sales team with your company information and application details. Free samples are available to qualified buyers; you only pay shipping.

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Contact TLD for Wholesale and OEM USB3.0 Cables

For samples, OEM requirements, custom packaging or wholesale orders, contact TLD to confirm configuration and quotation.

TLD – HDMI, USB and AV Cable Manufacturer in Guangdong, China.