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product_id: 300779124
title: "Plugable USB C to USB Adapter Cable, Enables Connection of USB Type C Laptop, Tablet, or Phone to a USB 3.0 Device (20 cm)"
brand: "plugable"
price: "£6.13"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
category: "Plugable"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/300779124-plugable-usb-c-to-usb-adapter-cable-enables-connection-usb
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
---

# 5 Gbps USB 3.0 transfer speed Compact 20 cm cable length USB-C Male to USB-A Female connector Plugable USB C to USB Adapter Cable, Enables Connection of USB Type C Laptop, Tablet, or Phone to a USB 3.0 Device (20 cm)

**Brand:** plugable
**Price:** £6.13
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔗 Bridge the old and new with speed and style — don’t get left unplugged!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Plugable USB C to USB Adapter Cable, Enables Connection of USB Type C Laptop, Tablet, or Phone to a USB 3.0 Device (20 cm) by plugable
- **How much does it cost?** £6.13 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/300779124-plugable-usb-c-to-usb-adapter-cable-enables-connection-usb)

## Best For

- plugable enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted plugable brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug-and-Play Simplicity:** No drivers needed—just connect and go, whether at home, office, or on the move.
- • **Blazing Fast Data Transfers:** Experience up to 5 Gbps SuperSpeed transfers that keep your workflow lightning quick and efficient.
- • **Trusted Durability & Support:** Backed by a 2-year warranty and Seattle-based customer care, ensuring peace of mind for your tech setup.
- • **Compact & Clutter-Free Design:** 20 cm cable length fits perfectly side-by-side on laptops, eliminating desk clutter and cable chaos.
- • **Seamless Legacy Device Connection:** Effortlessly link your USB 2.0/3.0 gear to modern USB-C laptops and tablets without missing a beat.

## Overview

The Plugable USB C to USB Adapter Cable is a sleek, 20 cm passive adapter that connects USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 devices to USB 3.0 peripherals. Featuring gold-plated contacts and supporting up to 5 Gbps transfer speeds, it ensures fast, reliable data syncing with backward compatibility for USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices. Designed for professionals who demand seamless integration of legacy tech with modern gear, it offers plug-and-play convenience and is backed by a 2-year warranty.

## Description

UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY—Connect any USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 enabled laptop, phone, or tablet to a USB 3.0 device or peripheral (flash drives, keyboards, mice) USER FRIENDLY—Plug-and-play device for home or office use, 20cm cable designed to fit side-by-side on laptops with two neighboring USB-C ports PERFORMANCE—Plugable's USB-C to USB 3.0 adapter allows for transfer speeds up to 5Gbps, backwards compatibility, syncing, and charging COMPATIBLE WITH—2018 iPad Pro, 2018 MacBook Air, 2017/2018/2019 MacBook Pro, 2017/2018 12" MacBook Retina, Dell XPS 13 and 15 (9360 9370 9380 7390 9560 9570), Microsoft Surface Laptop 3/Surface Pro 7, HP Envy/Spectre/Folio, Lenovo, and more 2 YEAR WARRANTY—We love our Plugable products, and hope you will too. All of our products are backed with a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty as well as Seattle-based email support Specifications Plugable USB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter Cable Plugable USB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter Cable Connect Legacy USB 3.0 Devices to a New USB-C (USB Type-C) and Thunderbolt 3 Enabled Systems Through our Male USB-C to Female USB 3.0 Cable (USBC-AF3), you can plug almost any legacy USB 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 device you own into your new USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 equipped laptop, tablet, or phone. Since this cable is a passive adapter and is short in length, its functionality prevents signal interference and timing issues associated with active cables. Adapter cable features clean shielding and is completely plug and play. (Though please note devices connected to the adapter will require drivers as normal.) As a USB 3.0 cable, our USB-C to female Type-A cable supports up to 5Gbps SuperSpeed transfers for USB 3.0 devices, with backwards compatibility for USB 1.1 and 2.0 devices. USB 3.0 adapters like this one are also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 or USB 3.2 Gen 1. In terms of functionality, it offers the same throughput as USB 3.0 with transfer speeds up to 5Gbps, and does not support USB PD (Power Delivery). Note 1: Phones and non-Windows tablets with USB-C may not have the necessary drivers or power for attached legacy USB devices. Note 2: Not a USB PD (Power Delivery) cable. Please note that smartphones and tablets may not deliver power through this cable. FAQ Can I use this cable to connect my old USB 3.0 Hub to my new PC with USB Type-C ports? Yes, this USBC-AF3 cable supports USB 3.0. You should be able to connect your legacy USB 3.0 HUB as same as before by using this adapter cable. Can I use this cable to charge my new smart phone with an USB-C port? This cable does not support any special functionality for charging. It is not recommended to use this adapter cable for charging. I connected my USB Ethernet adapter to my smartphone by using this USBC-AF3 adapter cable, but it cannot connect to the network. Why is that? It is possible that your phone does not support the USB Ethernet adapter. This means that the device driver for the USB Ethernet adapter has not been installed into your phone, or not activated, or has some other problem. In order to make any USB devices work by using this USBC-AF3 adapter, the proper device driver for the USB device must be running in the system. FAQ Can I use this cable to connect my old USB 3.0 Hub to my new PC with USB Type-C ports? Yes, this USBC-AF3 cable supports USB 3.0. You should be able to connect your legacy USB 3.0 HUB as same as before by using this adapter cable. Can I use this cable to charge my new smart phone with an USB-C port? This cable does not support any special functionality for charging. It is not recommended to use this adapter cable for charging. I connected my USB Ethernet adapter to my smartphone by using this USBC-AF3 adapter cable, but it cannot connect to the network. Why is that? It is possible that your phone does not support the USB Ethernet adapter. This means that the device driver for the USB Ethernet adapter has not been installed into your phone, or not activated, or has some other problem. In order to make any USB devices work by using this USBC-AF3 adapter, the proper device driver for the USB device must be running in the system. In The Box Item and Quantity Item Notes 1x USB 3.0 Type-A to C cable USB To Devices Port Placement Version and Link Rate Features Voltage Amperage Wattage 1x USB-A Cable End USB 3.0 (5Gbps) 5V 900mA 4.5W Connection To Host Port Placement Version and Link Rate Features 1x USB-C Cable End USB 3.0 (5Gbps) Included Cables Port Type (Side 1) Cable Specification Port Type (Side 2) Cable Length External Power for Cable 1x Male USB-C USB 3.0 (5Gbps) 1x Female USB-A 0.2m/0.6ft No Get Started Connect the USB-C plug into your laptop, phone, tablet, or USB-C peripheral. Plug in a USB-A plug or cable into the socket end of the adapter cable. Questions? We're here to help! Please reach out to us at support@plugable.com Get Started Connect the USB-C plug into your laptop, phone, tablet, or USB-C peripheral. Plug in a USB-A plug or cable into the socket end of the adapter cable. Questions? We're here to help! Please reach out to us at support@plugable.com

## Features

- Enables connecting your existing USB 2.0 and 3.0 devices to your USB-C laptop, tablet, or phone
- This cable has a USB Type-A Female and a Type-C Male connectors at ends
- Will provide USB 3.0 passive connection via 150 mm / 6″ cable with gold plated contacts
- The transfer speed is up to 5 Gbps

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00Y1I1DT4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #25,569 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #1,755 in USB Cables |
| Brand | Plugable |
| Built-In Media | USB adapter |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Connector Type | USB Type C to USB Type A |
| Current Rating | 0.9 Amps |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (424) |
| Finish | Matte |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00819927010807 |
| Input Voltage | 20 Volts |
| Item Dimensions | 25 x 25 x 25 millimeters |
| Item Type Name | Plugable USB Adapter, 9.1", Black (USBC-AF3) |
| Item Weight | 0.3 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Plugable |
| Mfr Part Number | USBC-AF3 |
| Model Number | USBC-AF3 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal |
| UPC | 819927010807 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** PC
- **Connector type:** USB Type C to USB Type A
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 25 x 25 x 25 millimeters
- **Specific uses for product:** personal

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*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-08-22*