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Pegasus USB3.2 Gen1 Type-A male to Type-B Male Cable with Metal Jacket- 0.5m

Pegasus USB3.2 Gen1 Type-A male to Type-B Male Cable with Metal Jacket- 0.5m

by Pegasus Astro
SKU PEG-USB3B-METAL-05M
CA$21.00 - CA$21.00
CA$21.00
CA$21.00 - CA$21.00
CA$21.00
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  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A to Type-B Connectors
  • Durable Metal Jacket Construction
  • 0.5 meter (approx. 1.6 ft) Length
  • 5.5 mm Cable Diameter
  • Ideal for Astro-Cameras and Hubs
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  • USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B Metal Cable - 0.5m

    This USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B Metal 0.5m cable provides a robust, short-run connection essential for modern astrophotography rigs. Its 0.5 m length is specifically chosen to eliminate cable drag and snags between your camera and a nearby USB hub or computer, while the durable metal jacket protects the 5.5 mm diameter cable from physical damage and electrical interference.

    The 0.5m Solution for Snag-Free Cable Management

    Long cables are a primary source of tracking errors, disconnects, and frustration. This cable's short 0.5 m length is its most critical feature, allowing you to create a clean, tightly-managed connection between a ZWO or QHY camera and a power box or hub mounted directly on the optical tube assembly. This minimizes the risk of the cable catching on the mount during a meridian flip or long slew.

    Metal Jacket Shielding for Reliable USB 3.2 Gen 1 Data

    An astronomy setup is an electrically noisy environment, with dew heaters, focus motors, and mount electronics all creating potential interference. This cable features a metal outer jacket over its 5.5 mm diameter core, providing an extra layer of shielding to ensure your USB 3.2 Gen 1 data stream remains stable and free of dropped frames. It's the ideal choice for connecting high-speed planetary cameras or filter wheels where data integrity is paramount.

  • Why use a 0.5m USB 3.0 Type-B cable instead of a longer one?

    A 0.5 m cable is ideal for connecting a device, like an astronomy camera, to a USB hub or power box mounted on the same telescope. This short length drastically reduces the chance of the cable snagging on the mount, tripod, or other accessories during operation, which can ruin an exposure or cause equipment damage.

    What devices use a USB 3.0 Type-B connection?

    The square-shaped USB 3.0 Type-B port is common on many dedicated astronomy cameras (from brands like ZWO and QHY), powered USB hubs, and some focus controllers. This 0.5m cable is designed specifically to link these devices to a standard Type-A port on a computer or hub.

    Does the metal jacket on this 0.5m USB cable improve anything?

    Yes. The metal jacket provides two key benefits. First, it offers superior physical protection against crushing or kinking compared to standard PVC cables. Second, it adds an extra layer of electromagnetic shielding, which helps protect the high-speed data signal from interference generated by other electronics on your telescope rig.

    Is this 0.5m cable compatible with USB 2.0 ports?

    While the USB 3.0 Type-B plug is physically different and will not fit into a USB 2.0 Type-B port, the Type-A end is backward compatible. If you plug the Type-A end into a USB 2.0 port on your computer, the connection will work but will be limited to USB 2.0 speeds.

    What is the data transfer speed of this 0.5m USB 3.0 cable?

    This cable uses the USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard, which is the modern name for USB 3.0. It supports a maximum theoretical data transfer speed of 5 Gigabits per second (Gbps), making it suitable for high-frame-rate planetary imaging and large-format deep-sky cameras.

    Can I use this 0.5m USB 3.0 cable to power my astronomy camera?

    This cable will provide standard USB bus power. For uncooled cameras, this is often sufficient. However, for cooled cameras that require a separate 12V DC input for their TEC cooler, this cable will only handle the data connection; you will still need a dedicated power supply for the cooling function.

  • Connections 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A plug / 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B plug
    Cable Length approx. 0.5 m
    Cable Diameter approx. 5.5 mm
    Jacket Material Metal
    Color Silver

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