Detailed Specifications
Eaton U324-006-BK Tripp Lite USB 3 0 A to A Extension Cable 6 ft Black
The Eaton Tripp Lite U324-006-BK is a 6-ft (1.83 m) passive USB 3.0 SuperSpeed extension cable with a USB-A male connector on one end and a USB-A female connector on the other. It provides additional cable length between a USB host connection and a USB peripheral while supporting USB 3.0 transfer rates up to 5 Gbps.
Connectivity and Performance
The U324-006-BK uses a USB-A male-to-female configuration and supports USB 3.0 data transfer at rates up to 5 Gbps. Its extension-cable design is suited to installations where an existing USB-A cable needs additional reach.
Construction
The cable has a black PVC construction with a 5.5 mm outer diameter. Eaton specifies a VW-1 cable jacket rating, gold contact plating, and nickel connector plating. The cable is passive and measures 6 ft (1.83 m) in length.
Key Features
- USB 3.0 SuperSpeed extension cable
- USB-A male to USB-A female configuration
- 6 ft (1.83 m) cable length
- Data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps
- Passive cable design
- Black PVC cable jacket
- VW-1 cable jacket rating
- Gold contact plating and nickel connector plating
- Compatible with USB 3.0 systems and backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices
Typical Applications
- Extending the reach of USB-A peripheral connections
- Connecting USB peripherals positioned farther from a computer
- Office and workstation USB connectivity
- USB 3.0 peripheral installations requiring additional cable length
- Computer and peripheral setups using USB-A connections
DC Supplies Product Note
The U324-006-BK is specifically an extension cable rather than a standard USB-A device cable: one end is USB-A male and the other is USB-A female. This makes it useful when an existing USB-A connection needs additional reach without changing the connector type at either end.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Eaton Tripp Lite |
| Part Number | U324-006-BK |
| Product Type | USB 3.0 Extension Cable |
| USB Specification | USB 3.0 / USB 3.x |
| Connector A | USB 3.0 A Male |
| Connector B | USB 3.0 A Female |
| Cable Length | 6 ft (1.83 m) |
| Maximum Transfer Rate | Up to 5 Gbps |
| Cable Type | Passive |
| Cable Color | Black |
| Cable Material | PVC |
| Cable Outer Diameter | 5.5 mm |
| Cable Jacket Rating | VW-1 |
| Contact Plating | Gold |
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
| Operating Temperature | 14° to 140°F (-10° to 60°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4° to 185°F (-20° to 85°C) |
| Relative Humidity | 10% to 85%, non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, FCC, REACH, RoHS |
FAQs
What connectors does the Eaton U324-006-BK use?
The cable has one USB 3.0 Type-A male connector and one USB 3.0 Type-A female connector.
How long is the U324-006-BK cable?
The cable is 6 ft (1.83 m) long.
What transfer speed does the U324-006-BK support?
It supports USB 3.0 SuperSpeed transfer rates up to 5 Gbps.
Is the U324-006-BK an extension cable?
Yes. Its USB-A male-to-female configuration is intended to extend an existing USB-A connection.
Is the U324-006-BK passive?
Yes. Eaton and Tripp Lite documentation identify the cable as a passive USB 3.0 extension cable.
What color is the U324-006-BK?
The U324-006-BK has a black cable jacket.
