Vention USB 2.0 A Male to B Male Printer Cable with 2x Ferrite Core 5M Black

The Vention USB 2.0 A Male to B Male Printer Cable delivers reliable data transmission between computers and printers, scanners, or other peripheral devices across a convenient 5-meter distance. Equipped with dual ferrite cores that suppress electromagnetic interference, this cable ensures stable connections even in environments with multiple electronic devices. Perfect for students setting up dorm room printers and business professionals configuring office workstations, the extended length provides placement flexibility without requiring USB hubs or extension cables.

Key Features & Benefits

• 5-Meter Extended Reach: Positions printers, scanners, or multifunction devices away from your primary workspace, enabling flexible office layouts where equipment sits in corners, on shelving units, or in shared areas without limiting desk space.

• Dual Ferrite Core Technology: Two ferrite beads—one near each connector—filter electromagnetic interference from surrounding electronics, preventing data corruption during file transfers and maintaining consistent print quality even near Wi-Fi routers or power adapters.

• USB 2.0 High-Speed Transfer: Supports data rates up to 480 Mbps, enabling quick document transfers to printers and fast scan-to-computer operations without the delays common with older USB 1.1 connections.

• Universal USB-B Compatibility: The standard USB Type-B connector works with virtually all printers, scanners, multifunction devices, and audio interfaces from brands like HP, Canon, Epson, Brother, and others—no adapter searching required.

• Durable Black Construction: The black PVC jacket resists everyday wear while blending discreetly with office furniture and equipment, maintaining professional aesthetics in home offices, cubicles, and shared workspaces.

Technical Specifications

Data Transfer Performance

• USB Standard: USB 2.0 specification compliant
• Maximum Data Rate: 480 Mbps (high-speed mode)
• Backward Compatible: USB 1.1 (12 Mbps full-speed), USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbps low-speed)
• Transfer Modes: Control, Bulk, Interrupt, Isochronous
• Error Detection: Built-in error checking and correction

Cable Construction

• Length: 5 meters (16.4 feet)
• Connector A: USB Type-A male (computer/host side)
• Connector B: USB Type-B male (printer/peripheral side)
• Jacket Material: Durable PVC outer insulation
• Color: Black throughout
• Conductor Material: Oxygen-free copper (OFC) for optimal signal integrity
• Wire Gauge: 28AWG data pairs, 24AWG power conductors
• Shielding: Aluminum foil and braided shielding for EMI/RFI protection
• Ferrite Cores: 2 ferrite beads (one near each connector) for additional noise suppression
• Strain Relief: Molded connector boots protecting cable-plug junction points

Electrical Specifications

• Power Delivery: 5V DC via USB bus power
• Maximum Current: Up to 500mA (USB 2.0 standard)
• Contact Plating: Gold-plated connectors for corrosion resistance and reliable conductivity
• Impedance: 90 ohms ±15% (differential)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 80°C (-4°F to 176°F)

Physical Design

• Cable Diameter: Approximately 5mm
• Connector Dimensions: Standard USB Type-A and Type-B profiles
• Cable Flexibility: Semi-flexible design suitable for permanent installations
• Ferrite Core Dimensions: Cylindrical beads approximately 15mm length
• Weight: Approximately 150-180 grams

Compatibility

• Printers: Inkjet printers, laser printers, all-in-one printers, photo printers, label printers, receipt printers
• Scanners: Flatbed scanners, document scanners, photo scanners, portable scanners
• Multifunction Devices: Printer/scanner/copier combinations from all major manufacturers
• Audio Equipment: Audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, digital mixing consoles, DJ equipment
• Other Peripherals: External hard drive enclosures (older models), USB hubs with Type-B upstream ports, DACs (digital-to-audio converters)
• Operating Systems: Windows 11/10/8/7/Vista/XP, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS
• Brands: HP, Canon, Epson, Brother, Lexmark, Xerox, Samsung, Dell, Ricoh, Kodak, and others

Use Cases & Applications

For Students: Connect dorm room or apartment printers positioned on shelves, closet floors, or shared areas away from study desks. The 5-meter length allows roommates to share a single printer without it occupying valuable desk space, while the ferrite cores prevent interference from nearby Wi-Fi routers or phone chargers that could disrupt print jobs.

For Home Offices: Position printers in corners, on credenzas, or in adjacent rooms while keeping your primary workspace clear for active projects. This cable length enables ergonomic office layouts where noisy printers operate at a comfortable distance during video calls or focused work sessions, maintaining productivity without constant equipment noise.

For Small Business Workstations: Connect shared office printers positioned centrally in work areas to individual employee computers. The extended reach allows flexible desk arrangements without clustering workstations around printing equipment, improving workspace efficiency in professional services offices, medical practices, or retail back offices.

For Creative Studios: Link large-format printers, photo printers, or specialized output devices positioned against studio walls to editing workstations in photography studios, graphic design agencies, or architectural firms. The stable connection ensures color-critical prints transfer without data errors that could compromise output quality.

For Educational Classrooms: Run from teacher workstations to classroom printers positioned on supply shelves or in equipment cabinets. The 5-meter span accommodates typical classroom layouts while the ferrite cores maintain reliable connections despite interference from interactive whiteboards, projectors, and student devices.

For Scanning Workstations: Connect flatbed scanners or document scanners positioned on separate surfaces from computers in offices handling paperwork digitization. The cable length enables comfortable document placement and retrieval without awkward reaching across desks during high-volume scanning projects.

For Audio Production: Link audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, or digital mixing equipment to computers in home studios or professional recording facilities. The ferrite cores minimize electrical noise that could introduce unwanted artifacts into audio recordings, particularly important in environments with multiple power supplies and electronic equipment.

For Library and Public Spaces: Install in public computer areas where printers require secure placement away from patron access while remaining connected to public-use terminals. The durable construction withstands frequent use in institutional settings, and the extended length provides installation flexibility in renovated spaces with fixed furniture layouts.

For Retail Back Offices: Connect receipt printers, label printers, or invoice printers to point-of-sale systems or inventory computers positioned across