USB-A access from USB-C
Connect a compatible USB-A device to a USB-C laptop, tablet or phone without replacing the existing peripheral.
Connect a USB-A peripheral to a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 host using a flexible 15cm adapter cable with USB 5Gbps data and USB-IF certification.

Direct, product-specific information to help confirm whether this model fits the intended setup.
Connect a compatible USB-A device to a USB-C laptop, tablet or phone without replacing the existing peripheral.
Transfer data at up to 5Gbps with compatible USB 3.2 Gen 1 hosts and devices, with USB 2.0 backward compatibility.
The short cable reduces strain compared with a rigid dongle and helps keep adjacent host ports accessible.
USB-IF certification and Thunderbolt 3 compatibility support reliable USB data connections with compatible equipment.
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Quick answers based on the supplied product information and specifications.
It is a 15cm USB-C male to USB-A female adapter cable for connecting compatible USB-A peripherals to a USB-C host.
It has one USB-C male connector and one USB-A female port joined by a 15cm cable.
It supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 data up to 5Gbps and is backward compatible with USB 2.0.
No USB Power Delivery capability is listed for this adapter. Charging behaviour depends on the connected host and device.
No USB-C video capability is specified. It is intended for compatible USB data devices.
No. The adapter is operating-system independent and requires no software or drivers.
Confirm that 15cm provides suitable reach, the host uses USB-C and the peripheral uses USB-A. USB-C port capabilities vary by device.
The Australian-version product supplied by DeviceDeal is covered by a two-year official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia, subject to StarTech.com terms, eligibility and product assessment.
(USB31CAADP)
StarTech USB31CAADP
Connect a compatible USB-A device to a USB-C laptop, tablet or phone without replacing the existing peripheral.
Transfer data at up to 5Gbps with compatible USB 3.2 Gen 1 hosts and devices, with USB 2.0 backward compatibility.
The short cable reduces strain compared with a rigid dongle and helps keep adjacent host ports accessible.
USB-IF certification and Thunderbolt 3 compatibility support reliable USB data connections with compatible equipment.
StarTech USB31CAADP specifications organised from the supplied product data.

| Warranty | 2 Years |
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| Cable Jacket Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
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| Cable Shield Material | Aluminium-Mylar foil with braid |
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 5Gbps |
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| Type and Rate | USB 3.2 Gen 1 - 5Gbps |
| Backward Compatibility | USB 2.0 |
| Connector A | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C male (24-pin, 5Gbps) |
|---|---|
| Connector B | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A female (9-pin, 5Gbps) |
| OS Compatibility | Operating-system independent; no software or drivers required |
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| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
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| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F) |
| Humidity | 10% to 85% RH |
| Color | Black |
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| Connector Style | Straight |
| Cable Length | 6.0 in [152.4mm] |
| Product Length | 6.0 in [152.4mm] |
| Product Width | 0.7 in [17mm] |
| Product Height | 0.4 in [10mm] |
| Weight of Product | 0.5 oz [15g] |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| Package Length | 3.1 in [80mm] |
| Package Width | 3.5 in [90mm] |
| Package Height | 0.5 in [13mm] |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 0.6 oz [16g] |
| Included in Package | 1 × USB-C to USB-A adapter cable |
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| SKU | USB31CAADP |
| Barcode # | 65030860789 |
| Brand | STARTECH |
| Shipping Weight | 0.0200kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.100m |
| Shipping Height | 0.050m |
| Shipping Length | 0.210m |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.001050000m3 |
This is the Australian-version product supplied by DeviceDeal and is covered by the official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia for 2 years.
Please retain the DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase. Warranty coverage and claims are subject to StarTech.com warranty terms, eligibility requirements and product assessment.
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