Plugable USB 3.0 Extension Cable with AC Power Adapter and Back-Voltage Protection

Extend your computing power with our 5m (16ft) long USB 3.0 extension cable. The Plugable USB 3.0 Extension Cable (USB3-5M-D) is a premium USB 3.0 extension cable that is the same length as our popular Plugable USB2-5M USB 2.0 extension cable, with two major improvements:

  • We've upgraded to USB 3.0 specifications to meet the performance and power requirements of complex USB 3.0 devices.
  • We've included a 5V AC power adapter which ensures clean data and power delivery.

These upgrades help overcome the limitations of passive USB 2.0 extension cables. Plugable USB 3.0 extension cables are a great choice for extending the reach of complex USB devices!

Extend Your Reach

Plugable USB 3.0 extension cables are a great solution for many different needs. Here are some favorites from our users:

  • Setting up a comfy couch gaming setup that links your gaming console to all your USB gaming peripherals from across the room. Attach a Plugable USB hub to connect multiple USB devices over a single extension cable. Supports both Xbox and PlayStation controllers, headsets, mouse and keyboard and more.
  • Configuring the perfect placement for your USB webcam or USB audio microphone for streaming, video conferencing, voice acting, video blogging, audio recording, and much more.
  • Cleaning up a multi-monitor desk setup. Use our USB 3.0 extension cables to position our popular Plugable USB 3.0 multi-monitor docking stations like the Plugable UD-3900 up to 5m (16 ft) away.

Performance

The Plugable USB3-5M-D premium quality shielded USB 3.0 cable provides USB 3.0 performance (up to 640MB/sec) and power (up to 900mAh) up to 5m (16ft) away.

Our USB 3.0 extension cables can be actively powered with the included 5V 110-240V AC power adapter, so that your USB devices experience the best performance and stable power.

Form Factor

USB Type-A male input connector to USB Type-A female output connector ensures maximum compatibility with your USB devices.

Native compatibility with Windows, Mac, and Linux. No special drivers required on any operating system.

Compatibility, Box Contents, and About Us

Compatibility:

  • Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices
  • Compatible with most gaming setups including, Sony PlayStation and Microsoft Xbox. Not recognized by Xbox Kinect v2 for Xbox One in our testing
  • Not suggested for use with VR Setups. We would instead suggest our USB3-10M-D Extension Cable for compatibility
  • ​Not recognized by some home theater appliances such as TVs, audio receivers, Blu-ray players, etc
  • Not designed as a USB charger for devices like smartphones or tablets
  • Not recommended for professional A/V equipment like cameras or digital audio workstations

Box Contents:

  • 5m (16ft) USB 3.0 Extension Cable
  • 5V AC Power Adapter
    INPUT: 100-240V 50/60Hz 0.4A
    OUTPUT: 5V 2000mA

About Plugable:

Plugable Technologies was founded in 2008 in Seattle, Washington to bring better quality devices to consumers worldwide.