🔄🧠 USB-C • USB-A 3.0 Cable

This cable enables USB-C devices to interface with USB-A 3.0 ports, typically found on laptops, desktops, and chargers. It supports SuperSpeed data and moderate power delivery, making it ideal for syncing, charging, and hybrid setups.
 
🔧 Cable Format
Connector Type:
USB-C Male → USB-A 3.0 Male
Data Speed:
USB 3.0 standard (up to 5 Gbps)
Charging Power:
Typically up to 15W (5V/3A), varies by device
Cable Length:
Commonly 1–15ft
Compatibility:
Plug-and-play with most OS platforms
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
📱 Smartphones and tablets with USB-C ports
💻 Laptops and desktops with USB-A 3.0 ports
🔋 USB-A wall chargers and car adapters
📸 USB-C accessories (headphones, hubs, SSDs)
🧰 External battery packs and docking stations
 
✅ Common Uses
🔌 Charge USB-C phones and tablets from USB-A 3.0 chargers
🧠 Transfer files between USB-C devices and legacy computers
🧰 Connect USB-C accessories to older USB-A hubs
🛠️ Enable sync and backup functions for mobile devices
🧪 Bridge old and new tech in mixed-port environments
 
🧠 Signal Format Notes
Data Path: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed (host to device)
Power Path: USB-A source → USB-C device
Host Role: USB-A port acts as host; USB-C device as peripheral
No Video Support: Not suitable for display output
Backward Compatibility: Works with USB 2.0 ports at reduced speed
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
🧯 No support for USB-C fast charge protocols (PD, PPS)
🧪 Some USB-C devices may reject low-power input
🔋 Charging speed depends on USB-A source capability
🧼 Cable quality matters—poor shielding can affect performance
🧰 Not suitable for high-power peripherals or video passthrough
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🔍 Identify USB-C by its oval shape; USB-A 3.0 by its blue tab
🧭 Use for fast file transfers and basic charging—not video or high-wattage tasks
🧪 Test with external SSDs to confirm SuperSpeed performance
🧰 Keep one in your travel kit for legacy compatibility
🧼 Store coiled and dry—USB connectors are sensitive to wear