USB-C to USB-A Cable Connects Tablets, Chromebooks, Laptops and MacBooks with Blazing Speed

By powering and connecting different USB devices, Tripp Lite’s U428-003-CRA USB Type-C™ (USB-C™) to USB-A, 3.1, Gen 1 cable helps you manage your computers and peripherals efficiently. This black, 3 ft. cable (M/M) with a right-angle USB-C/Thunderbolt™ 3 and a USB-A connector supports data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and provides power output up to 3 amps (60 watts), more than sufficient for charging, syncing and powering compatible devices.

  • USB-C to USB-A (M/M) 3 ft. cable, also compatible with all Thunderbolt 3 devices
  • Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 speeds up to 5 Gbps for fast data transfers
  • Backward compatible with previous USB generations
  • Right-angle, reversible USB-C connector fits easily in tight spaces to prevent damage
  • USB-IF-certified
  • Molded nickel-plated connectors with gold-plated contacts
  • Flexible PVC jacket
  • RoHS compliant

Flexibility to Connect Older and Newer Devices

The U428-003-CRA is ideal for connecting a smartphone or other USB-C peripheral to an older PC or laptop that has a USB-A port but no USB-C port. Its USB-C connector is compatible with any device with a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port, including a MacBook®, Ultrabook™, Chromebook™, smartphone, wall charger, hard drive or flash drive. It is backward compatible with previous USB generations, giving you the flexibility to connect different devices without needing as many different cables.


What’s in the Box

  • U428-003-CRA USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Cable, Right-Angle USB-C to USB-A (M/M), 3 ft.

Right Angle Plug with Reversible Connector

The U428-003-CRA’s right-angle USB-C plug permits easier connection in hard-to-reach spaces. Since its Type-C connector is reversible, the cable can exit left or right. You won’t need to make any sharp bends to it when connecting/disconnecting, which protects both the cable and the port from damage.   


Typical Application

  • Transfer data by connecting a smartphone or other USB-C device to a USB-A port on a laptop, PC or any other USB-A device
  • Charge a USB-C mobile device from a USB-A wall charger or charging station
  • Connect a printer or scanner to a desktop computer’s hard-to-reach rear USB-C port

USB-IF-Certified Premium Construction for Superior Performance

The U428-003-CRA cable meets the high standards of USB-IF (USB Implementers Forum, Inc.), a non-profit organization consisting of companies that developed the USB specification. Receiving USB-IF certification means the U428-003-CRA meets the industry’s highest environmental, mechanical and electrical standards for efficiency and safety. Its premium foil and braid shielding delivers reliable, error-free signal quality. Molded nickel-plated connectors with gold-plated contacts ensure excellent conductivity. A flexible PVC jacket provides long-lasting durability.