Tripp Lite U026-016 USB2.0 16-Feet Certified Active Extension Cable

by Tripp Lite

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 5 x 2 inches ; 5.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002D6QJO
• Item model number: U026-016
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (123 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #51 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Cables > Computer > USB Cables
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 3, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Product Description

Don't settle for inferior workmanship and performance! This Tripp Lite USB 2.0 Gold Active Extension Cable assures that you get maximum performance from USB 2.0 devices over long distances. Unlike cut-price cables, the U026-016 is manufactured to exacting specifications, using superior materials, to deliver full USB 2.0 performance for multimedia and other high-end applications. And we back our pledge of quality with a lifetime product warranty.

Feature Focus

Don't Accept Imitators—Look for Genuine Tripp Lite Packaging! Accept no substitutes! Your Tripp Lite cable will be shipped to you in its original Tripp Lite packaging (poly bag with Tripp Lite logo; see photo). This is your assurance that the cable you purchase will deliver the superior performance you expect. And if you don't see this packaging, it's not a genuine Tripp Lite cable!

Tripp Lite USB 2.0 Gold Active Extension Cable is the Choice for Superior Performance
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Extend a USB Signal up to 80 ft.
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Extend a USB Signal Up to 80 Ft.

This genuine Tripp Lite USB 2.0 Gold Active Extension Cable is the choice for superior performance over long distances. Use it to increase the length of a device cable without signal loss or performance problems. Use it to connect high-speed USB 2.0 devices such as printers, scanners and card readers that must be located away from the host computer. The U026-016 is bus powered and requires no external power source. Up to 5 U026-016 cables can be daisy-chained to extend a signal up to 80 ft. The U026-016 provides USB A (male) and USB A (female) connectors. It meets or exceeds USB 2.0 specifications and is fully compatible with other USB cables.

Bus-Powered Signal Booster

The U026-016 features a bus-powered signal booster (no external power source required) with a built-in USB A (female) port. Simply connect a USB device cable to a peripheral such as a printer, connect the device cable to the signal booster, and connect the U026-016 to your computer.

High-Speed Data Transfer

With its superior design and construction, the U026-016 is ideal for multimedia and other high-end applications that require fast, clear transmission, free of line noise and other interference, over long distances. It supports faster data transfer rates (1.5 to 480 Mbps) for both low-speed and high-speed devices.

Gold-Plated Connectors and Premium Shielding

The U026-016 is manufactured using top-quality materials to assure maximum performance. Premium double-shielding cables with twisted 28/20 AWG data lines, tinned copper braid and aluminum mylar foil minimize signal interference. Connectors are gold-plated to assure positive connectivity.

Lifetime Product Warranty

When you choose this genuine Tripp Lite cable, you get superior performance plus peace of mind! We're so confident of the quality of the U026-016 that we warrant it to be free from defects in material and workmanship—for life!

About Tripp Lite

With more than 85 years of industry experience, Tripp Lite is a trusted, ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of power protection, power distribution and connectivity solutions for multiple applications: large enterprise networks and VoIP, manufacturing, health care, audio/video, small office/home office and more. Tripp Lite's premium Isobar® Surge Suppressor sets the standard for surge protection, with over 16 million in service worldwide. Recognized worldwide for quality, service and innovation, Tripp Lite is committed to provide its customers with innovative power and connectivity solutions for every application, from the desktop to the data center.

Technical Specifications

Type:	USB 2.0 Gold Active Extension Cable
Length:	16 ft.
Connectors:	1 x USB A (male) 1 x USB A (female)
Jacket:	Gray PVC
Warranty:	Lifetime

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Product Description

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality product, September 16, 2007

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Occasional shopper (Fort Worth, TX United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tripp Lite U026-016 USB2.0 16-Feet Certified Active Extension Cable (Personal Computers)

I am using this to extend the usb printer connection to my computer, after trying unsuccessfully with a lower cost active extension cable that I purchased elsewhere. The generic cable I tried first had near constant communication errors, making it essentially unusable. After several weeks of use, I have had no problems or error messages with the Tripp Lite cable. It seems well made. I should have purchased a quality product first.

33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tripp Lite Extension Cables are solid performers, August 7, 2006

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D. Morrison (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tripp Lite U026-016 USB2.0 16-Feet Certified Active Extension Cable (Personal Computers)

I bought two of these Tripp Lite U026-016 USB 2.0/FireWire 16 foot Active Extension Cables. I have had them for a month and use them with both my PC and with my Playstation 2 Force Feedback Driving Wheels. They are well designed and made with nice thick insulation on the wires and tight connectors.

I am a picky consumer and have been very happy with other Tripp Lite products. (I also own two IsoTel Ultra 8s with metal cases and frequency shielding.) So after doing some comparisons, I put these at the top of my list. Tripp Lite is a little more expensive, but I have never had any failures, problems or headaches because of them.

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Go by Reviews, Not Price, December 11, 2007

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Clay Marley "Rev" (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tripp Lite U026-016 USB2.0 16-Feet Certified Active Extension Cable (Personal Computers)

Any USB extension over 15 feet requires an active cable. This one works just fine. I am connecting a VGA webcam to use as a security monitor and it needed to be a ways from the PC. I have not yet tried chaining a couple together.

I had earlier bought another brand that cost more but didn't work. Junk. So my advice is to buy the ones that have the most consistently good reviews.