USB 3.1 Type-C
Active Extension Cable

FireNEX-uLINK-C™

USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C Active Repeater Extension Cable

In response to the growing need for extending connection range for USB 3.1 Type-C devices, FireNEX-uLINK-C™ series is developed to extend USB 3.1 Gen 1 signal for your USB-C devices up to 16 meters.

FireNEX-uLINK-C™ provides a USB Type-A to Type-C one-cable extension solution by embedding a repeater module between the copper cable. The bus power feature simplifies the extension connection goes directly from host USB port to device socket without any external power input. FireNEX-uLINK-C™ also features with USB 2.0 backward compatibility, making it ideal solutions for applications such as Machine Vision, Pro AV, Medical Imaging and many other fields.

Every FireNEX-uLINK-C™ cable has been meticulously made and tested to meet the requirements for best signal integrity and highest reliability when compared to any other USB 3.1 active repeater cables on the market.

Part Number
Features
Specifications
FAQ
Installation Setup

Related Products

PN	Cable Length	Configuration
FireNEX-ULC-8	8M (26ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M
FireNEX-ULC-12	12M (40 ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M
FireNEX-ULC-16	16M (50 ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M
UL-A01C12-8M	8M (26ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M with Dual Screw Locking
UL-A01C12-12M	12M (40 ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M with Dual Screw Locking
UL-A01C12-16M	16M (50 ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M with Dual Screw Locking
UL-A01C14-8M	8M (26ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M with Single Screw Locking
UL-A01C14-12M	12M (40 ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M with Single Screw Locking
UL-A01C14-16M	16M (50 ft)	USB 3.1 Gen 1, A/M to Type-C/M with Single Screw Locking

Features

Extends USB 3.1 Gen 1 up to 16 meters for Type-C devices
Transfers SuperSpeed at data rate up to 5Gbps
USB 2.0 backward compatible
Plug and Play, no driver installation needed
Bus powered from host PC, no external power supply needed
Slim repeater box profile option available, ideal for wall conduit
USB-IF Standard Type-C screw locking connector available

Specifications

EXTENSION RANGE

USB 3.1 Gen 1 Up to 16m (52ft.)

DATA RATE

USB 3.1 Gen 15 Gb/s
Backward Compatible USB 2.0480 Mb/s

MECHANICAL

Repeater Box Dimension16 x 16 x 40 mm (0.63 x 0.63 x 1.57”)

Cable Diameter6.4 mm (0.27”)

Jacket MaterialPVC, Black

USB Connector on Host SideUSB 3.1 Type A

USB Connector on Device SideUSB 3.1 Type C
(Standard Single and Dual Screw Locking Connector Available)

POWER SUPPLY

Power SourceBus Power
Available Power to Device5V, 900mA

ENVRIONMENTAL

Operating Temperature0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage Temperature-40ºC to 80ºC (-40ºF to 176ºF)
Operating Humidity20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage Humidity10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing

COMPLIANCE AND COMPATIBLITY

ConnectivityUSB 3.0/USB 3.1Gen 1, USB 2.0
Machine VisionAIA USB3 Vision™ Compliant
EMCFCC (Class B), CE (Class B)
EnvironmentalRoHS
FlammabilityVW-1

SUPPORT

Warranty1-year Manufacture Warranty

Helpful Links

USB 3.1 and USB Type C are NOT the Same

FAQ

Q: Is FireNEX-uLINK-C™ backward compatible with USB 2.0?

A: Yes, the FireNEX-uLINK-C™ is compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals.

Q: What length does the FireNEX-uLINK-C™ support?

A: The FireNEX-uLINK-C™ can support up to 16 meters.

Q: Do I need to install a driver in order to use the FireNEX-uLINK-C™?

A: No, you do not need to install a driver. You use the FireNEX-uLINK-C™ as same as using a short USB cable.

Q: Is the FireNEX-uLINK-C™ compatible with Intel RealSense D400 Series Camera

A: FireNEX-uLINK-C™ is tested to be fully compatible with Intel RealSense 3D Depth camera D435 and D415.

Installation Setup

USB 3.1 Type-CActive Extension Cable

FireNEX-uLINK-C™

USB 3.1 Type-C
Active Extension Cable