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USB 3.1 C to CActive Extension Cable

FireNEX™-uLINK-C

USB 3.1 Gen 1 C to C Active Cable

In response to the growing need for extending connection range from USB-C host to Type-C devices, FireNEX™-uLINK-C series is developed to extend the SuperSpeed data transfer up to 16 meters.

FireNEX™-uLINK-C provides a directional C to C active extension, one Type-C end dedicated for connecting to the host, and one Type-C connector will connect to your USB-C devices.

With USB 2.0/1.1 backward compatibility and bus powered feature, FireNEX™-uLINK-C provides an ideal one-cable extension solutions for applications such as tethered shooting, large data file transfer and etc.

Custom configuration options are also available for right angle connectors, type-c locking connectors, and custom lengths.

Note: FireNEX™-uLINK-C does not support video alternate mode.

Related Products

Length

Configuration

UL-C21C11-8M

8 m (26 ft)

USB 3.1 Gen 1, C/M to C/M

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UL-C21C11-16M

16 m (50 ft)

USB 3.1 Gen 1, C/M to C/M

Inquire

Features

Extend USB 3.1 Gen 1 up to 16 meters
Support SuperSpeed data rate up to 5Gbps
USB 2.0/1.1 backward compatible
Plug and Play, no additional driver needed
Bus power from host PC, no external power supply
Slim repeater profile, ideal for wall conduit
Right angle and screw locking connector options available

Specifications

EXTENSION RANGE

USB 3.1 Gen 1

Up to 16 m (52 ft.)

DATA RATE

USB 3.1 Gen 1

5 Gbps

Backward Compatible USB 2.0

480 Mbps

MECHANICAL

Repeater Box Dimension

16 x 16 x 40 mm (0.63 x 0.63 x 1.57”)

Cable Diameter

6.4 mm (0.27”)

Jacket Material

PVC, Black

USB Connector on Host Side

USB 3.1 Type C

USB Connector on Device Side

USB 3.1 Type C(Standard Single and Dual Screw Locking Connector Available)

POWER SUPPLY

Power Source

Bus Power

Available Power to Device

5 V, 900 mA

ENVRIONMENTAL

Operating Temperature

0 °C to 70 °C (32 °F to 158 °F)

Storage Temperature

-40 ºC to 80 ºC (-40 ºF to 176 ºF)

Operating Humidity

20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing

Storage Humidity

10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing

COMPLIANCE AND COMPATIBLITY

Connectivity

USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB 2.0

Machine Vision

USB3 Vision™ Compliant

EMC

FCC (Class B), CE (Class B)

Environmental

RoHS

Flammability

VW-1

SUPPORT

Warranty

1-year Manufacture Warranty

Helpful Links

USB 3.1 and USB Type C are NOT the Same

FAQ

Q: Is FireNEX™-uLINK-C backward compatible with USB 2.0?
A: Yes, the FireNEX™-uLINK-C is compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals.

Q: Does FireNEX™-uLINK-C support HTML or DisplayPort alternate mode?
A: No, FireNEX™-uLINK-C doesn’t support HTML or DisplayPort alternate mode.

Q: Can I reverse the connection by connecting the host Type-C end to the device and the other USB-C to the host?
A: No, FireNEX™-uLINK-C is directional, the host end must go to the end, and the device end must to the device.

Installation Setup