[ CABLE / ADAPTER RECORD // USB 3.2 GEN 1 SUPERSPEED ]
USB 3.0 Type-A to USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable
9-contact Type-A to widened Micro-B with USB2 pair plus separate SuperSpeed Tx/Rx pairs.
CLASSIFICATION: Data, peripheral, and high-speed cables. Identify protocol, direction, pinout and exact cable revision before connection.
Interface and capability
| Standard / protocol | USB 3.2 Gen 1 SuperSpeed. Connector appearance alone does not establish compatibility. |
|---|---|
| Endpoint / pinout | 9-contact Type-A to widened Micro-B with USB2 pair plus separate SuperSpeed Tx/Rx pairs. |
| Capability / limits | 5 Gbit/s nominal signaling when both devices and assembly qualify; length is cable-specific. |
| Certification / length | Standards define interface requirements, not every assembly’s performance. Certification, mode, current/power rating, direction and maximum length belong to the exact product/revision and complete channel; verify its manufacturer specification. Do not infer certification from connector shape or marketing terminology. |
Compatibility & handling
- Do not force into USB2 Micro-B. USB2 fallback is possible on compatible contacts but runs at USB2 rate; verify enclosure port.
- Inspect connector keying, latch, contact condition, shielding, jacket and model/revision marking. Stop if contacts are bent, loose, scorched, corroded or mismatched.
- Route without tension or sharp bends; follow product bend-radius, strain-relief, current and environmental limits. Test at the intended protocol and mode—physical fit is not a compatibility test.
Sources & further reading
- USB-IF USB 3.2 SpecificationPrimary standards-body or manufacturer reference for USB 3.2 Gen 1 SuperSpeed; confirm exact cable assembly, certification and revision.