High-Speed USB 2.0 and 3.0 Cables and USB Power Cables

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CABU31 Straight Cable

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CABU32 Right-Angle Cable

• Super Speed USB 3.0 Type-A to Micro-B Cables
  • Straight or Right-Angle Micro-B Connector
• Super Speed USB 3.0 PCIe Card with Maximum Data Transfer Rate of 5 Gbps
• Both Compatible with our USB 3.0 Scientific Cameras

The CABU31 and CABU32 cables are USB 3.0 Type-A to Micro-B cables that support USB 3.2 Gen1 5 Gbps data rates and measure 118" (3 m) long. The CABU31 cable has a straight Micro-B connector that features screws on either side that mate with tapped holes for securing the connector to the device. The CABU32 cable has a right-angle Micro-B connector with a single locking screw, as shown in the photo the right. These cables can be used as drop-in replacements for the cable included with our USB 3.0 scientific cameras.

The USB3-PCIE USB 3.0 PCI Express card is also provided for computers that do not natively offer USB 3.0 ports or require additional USB 3.0 ports. The card has two Type-A USB 3.0 ports, is equipped with a standard profile bracket, and includes a low-profile bracket for installation in small form-factor computers.

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• USB 2.0 Type-A Connector to Mini-B Connector
• USB-AB-72 Cable Compatible with DXM Series of Ultrafast Photodetectors
• USB-ABL-60 Cable with Locking Screw Compatible with PM101, PM102, and PM103 Series of Power Meters

These durable USB 2.0 cables feature a Type-A male connector on one end and a Mini-B male connector on the other. These allow any device with a USB Mini B port to be connected to a computer with a USB port. The USB-ABL-60 cable also features an M2.5 locking screw to prevent accidental disconnects on compatible ports, like those featured on our PM101, PM102, and PM103 series of power meters.

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• High-Speed USB 2.0 Type-A Plug to Type-B Cable
• Molded Jacket and Double Cable Shielding
• Length: 79" ± 2" (2 m ± 0.05 m)
• 28 AWG Twisted Pair Conductors for Signal Carriers
• 24 AWG Conductors for Power/Ground Connections

These industry standard, USB 2.0 cables directly interface most standard USB peripherals to a PC or Mac. The cable includes a Type A plug, for PC/Mac interface, on one side and a Type B plug, for standard peripheral connection, on the other. These durable cables are molded in a black jacket and are fully compliant with the USB 2.0 protocol.

Note: Cable color may vary without notice.

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• USB 2.0 Extension Cables
• High-Speed 480 Mbps Transmission*
• 28-Gauge Conductors
• Various Lengths Available

The USB 2.0 Type-A high-speed, black extension cables come in various lengths.

*This represents a maximum speed. The actual speed will depend on the system in which the cable is used. USB 2.0 specification limits the length of a cable for full-speed devices to 5 meters; low-speed devices to 3 meters.

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• USB 2.0 Type-A Serial Converter to Four Color Coded Ø1.05 mm Ferrules
•  Connect Device RS232 Output Signals to PC
• 1.5 m Cable Length

Thorlabs' CABRU15 USB A to Serial Flying Leads Adapter Cable can be used to connect the RS232 signal output pins of Thorlabs' devices (such as the Power Meter Interfaces and Consoles) to PC. See the drawing for RS232 pin assignments to compatible devices. The connector features embedded USB to TTL serial and RS232 level converter electronics for Windows, MAC, and Linux operating systems.

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The CPSA is shown plugged into the recommended DS5 wall plug.

• Ideal for Powering Our CPS Laser Modules When Connected to Our Recommended DS5 Power Supply
• 5 VDC Power Output
• 70" (178 cm) Cable with 2.5 mm Phono Plug

The CPSA is an easy to use adapter cable to connect a CPS laser module to the recommended DS5 power supply unit (sold separately). This USB adapter cable is specifically designed for use with our CPS laser diode modules. A 70" (178 cm) cable with a 2.5 mm phono plug extends from the body of the USB adapter for connection to a CPS module.

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• Wall Mount Cable Racks
• Store Cables Straight and Untangled

The WMR14 is a test lead holder for wires up to 0.26" (6.6 mm) in diameter and has 14 slots for cables. It is ideal for holding fiber optic patch cables.

The WMR9 is a test lead holder for wires up to 0.45" (11.4 mm) in diameter and has 9 slots for cables. The wide slots are ideal for holding power cords and heavy duty cables. 

These wall mount cable racks are made from cold rolled steel with a baked enamel finish. The WMR14 is 11.00" (279.4 mm) long and the WMR9 is 10.96" (278.5 mm) long. Both racks extend outward from the wall by 3.51" (89.1 mm) and feature two mounting holes that are separated by 6.63" (168.3 mm).