High Flex Active USB3 Extension Cable
Active USB High Flex Cable
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0), 5Gbps, Motion-Rated Active Extension
The High-Flex Enduring Active USB 3.2 Extension Cable is engineered for machine vision and industrial automation applications that demand reliable USB 3.2 (5 Gbps) connectivity under continuous motion. By combining Newnex’s continuous-motion–rated high-flex USB3 cable construction with embedded FireNEX™-uLINK active repeater technology, this solution overcomes the distance and durability limitations of conventional USB extension cables.
It enables extended USB3 cable lengths, long travel distances in energy chains and cable carriers, stable bus-powered operation, and sustained signal integrity throughout the cable’s flex life. Designed for dynamic environments such as robotic arms, gantries, and automated vision systems, this active USB high flex cable supports a verified dynamic bending life of up to 6 million cycles, delivering consistent high-speed performance where standard USB cabling fails.
Ordering Information
(@75mm Bending Radius)
Bending Styles
Bending & Motion Diagram
These diagrams illustrate supported bending styles and minimum bending radius for the High-Flex Active USB Extension Cable in continuous-motion applications.
Drag Chain / Continuous Motion
Tick-Tock Motion
Supported motion types: Drag chain / Continuous motion / Tick-tock
Minimum dynamic bending radius: 12 × cable OD (≈ 75 mm)
Key Features
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High-Flex USB3 (5 Gbps) Cable for Continuous Motion
Designed for drag-chain and robotic applications requiring long travel distances and continuous dynamic movement. -
Embedded FireNEX™ Active Repeater Technology
Reconditions USB3 signals without external in-line modules, enabling clean routing through cable carriers and confined mechanical paths. -
Extended Cable Length and Travel Distance
Supports cable lengths up to 8 m (26 ft.) without in-line repeaters and drag-chain travel distances up to 4.7 m. -
Long Flex Life
Tested to 6 million flex cycles at a 75 mm minimum bending radius for long service life in demanding motion systems. -
Lifecycle Signal Stability
Maintains reliable USB3 performance as the cable ages under repeated motion, reducing intermittent disconnects and signal degradation. -
Enhanced Bus-Power Support
Powers embedded repeater circuitry and supports bus-powered USB3 cameras and peripherals without requiring external power supplies. -
Secure Industrial Connectivity
Available in USB-C extension cable and USB-A extension cable configurations, featuring USB-IF / USB3 Vision screw-locking connectors and EMI-shielded construction for vibration-prone environments.