USB-powered 5V connection
Power a compatible 5V device from an available USB-A port instead of carrying a separate wall adapter.
StarTech USB to 5v DC Cable, USB A to Type M Barrel 5.5mm 5V DC Plug - USB2TYPEM2M
Model # USB2TYPEM2M
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SKU: USB2TYPEM2M
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StarTech 2m USB-A to 5.5mm Type-M Barrel Power Cable
Power or charge a compatible 5V device from a USB-A port using a 2m cable with a positive-centre Type-M barrel plug measuring 5.5mm outer and 2.1mm inner diameter.
2m power cable5V up to 0.9A5.5mm × 2.1mm barrel
Key features at a glance
Direct, product-specific information to help confirm whether this model fits the intended setup.
Exact Type-M dimensions
The barrel plug measures 5.5mm outer diameter and 2.1mm inner diameter with positive-centre polarity.
Up to 0.9A from USB
The connected device must require 5V and no more than 0.9A; actual current is determined by the USB port.
Durable cable construction
The cable uses a black PVC jacket, moulded connectors, flexible strain relief and aluminium-Mylar foil with braid shielding.
Australian version with official Lifetime warranty
Supplied by DeviceDeal and covered by the official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia. Retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice; coverage and claims are subject to StarTech.com warranty terms, eligibility requirements and product assessment.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers based on the supplied product information and specifications.
What is the StarTech USB2TYPEM2M?
It is a 2m USB-A to Type-M barrel power cable for compatible 5V DC devices.
What barrel-connector size does it use?
It uses a Type-M barrel plug with a 5.5mm outer diameter and 2.1mm inner diameter.
What polarity is required?
The official specification lists positive-centre polarity.
What voltage and current are supported?
The connected device must require 5V DC and no more than 0.9A; actual current is determined by the USB port.
Can this cable transfer USB data?
No. It is a USB-to-barrel power cable for powering or charging compatible devices.
What devices may use this cable?
Supplied examples include certain external drives, streaming media players and Bluetooth speakers, but the voltage, current, plug size and polarity must all match.
What is included?
The package includes one 2m USB-to-Type-M barrel 5V DC power cable.
What warranty applies in Australia?
The Australian-version product supplied by DeviceDeal is covered by a lifetime official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia, subject to StarTech.com terms, eligibility and product assessment.
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Features and highlights
StarTech USB2TYPEM2M
USB-powered 5V connection
Power a compatible 5V device from an available USB-A port instead of carrying a separate wall adapter.
Exact Type-M dimensions
The barrel plug measures 5.5mm outer diameter and 2.1mm inner diameter with positive-centre polarity.
Up to 0.9A from USB
The connected device must require 5V and no more than 0.9A; actual current is determined by the USB port.
Durable cable construction
The cable uses a black PVC jacket, moulded connectors, flexible strain relief and aluminium-Mylar foil with braid shielding.
- USB Type-A male to Type-M barrel male
- Positive-centre 5V DC polarity
- 28 AWG cable with 4.5mm outside diameter
- Nickel-plated barrel connector
Warranty confidence: Australian-version product with a lifetime official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia, subject to StarTech.com terms and assessment.
Technical specifications
StarTech USB2TYPEM2M specifications organised from the supplied product data.
Warranty Information
| Warranty | Lifetime |
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Hardware
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
|---|---|
| Cable Jacket Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Cable Shield Material | Aluminium-Mylar foil with braid |
Connector(s)
| Connector A | 1 × USB 2.0 Type-A male |
|---|---|
| Connector B | 1 × Type-M barrel power male, OD 5.50mm / ID 2.10mm |
Power
| Voltage | 5V DC |
|---|---|
| Maximum Current | Up to 0.9A, determined by the USB port |
| Centre-Tip Polarity | Positive |
Special Notes / Requirements
| Compatibility | Device must require 5V DC, no more than 0.9A, a 5.5mm OD × 2.1mm ID Type-M barrel connection and positive-centre polarity. |
|---|---|
| Data Support | Power only; no USB data transfer |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
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| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F) |
| Humidity | 30% to 75% RH |
Physical Characteristics
| Color | Black |
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| Wire Gauge | 28 AWG |
| Cable Length | 6.6ft [2m] |
| Cable Outside Diameter | 4.5mm |
| Product Length | 6.0ft [1.8m] |
| Product Width | 0.6 in [1.5cm] |
| Product Height | 0.4 in [1.0cm] |
| Weight of Product | 1.6 oz [45g] |
Packaging Information
| Package Quantity | 1 |
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| Package Length | 5.6 in [14.3cm] |
| Package Width | 5.0 in [12.7cm] |
| Package Height | 0.7 in [1.9cm] |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 1.7 oz [48g] |
What's in the Box
| Included in Package | 1 × 2m USB-to-Type-M barrel 5V DC power cable |
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| SKU | USB2TYPEM2M |
| Barcode # | 65030848374 |
| Brand | Startech |
| Shipping Weight | 0.0500kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.100m |
| Shipping Height | 0.050m |
| Shipping Length | 0.180m |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.000900000m3 |
Australian version and official StarTech.com warranty
This is the Australian-version product supplied by DeviceDeal and is covered by the official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia for lifetime.
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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