Newnex High Flex USB-A to USB-C Dual Screw Locking Cable | U3HLA01C12 Series
High-flex USB-A to USB-C cable with dual screw locking. 10Gbps up to 2m, 5Gbps up to 5m, rated 6M flex cycles.
Connectors
USB-A to USB-C (dual screw locking)
Flex Life
Rated 6,000,000 cycles
Speed
10Gbps up to 2m; 5Gbps up to 5m
Jacket
Durable TPE + shielding
Technical Architecture & Functionality
The Newnex U3HLA01C12 series is a high-flex USB-A to USB-C cable designed for motion applications like drag chains and robotic movement, where normal USB cables quietly fail and then ruin your day.
This series uses USB-IF standard screw-locking connectors on the USB-C end (dual screw locking) for a secure, vibration-resistant connection, plus a durable TPE jacket, shielding, and a design target of 6,000,000 continuous flex cycles.
Performance changes by length (important)
This is not one of those “everything is 10Gbps no matter what” listings. In this series, data rate and allowable travel distance vary by length:
| Part Number | Cable Length | Max Travel Distance (at min bend radius) | Max Data Rate | Max Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U3HLA01C12-010 | 1m (3.3 ft) | 1m | 10Gbps | 5V / 3A |
| U3HLA01C12-020 | 2m (6.7 ft) | 2m | 10Gbps | 5V / 3A |
| U3HLA01C12-030 | 3m (9.8 ft) | 2m | 5Gbps | 5V / 3A |
| U3HLA01C12-050 | 5m (16.4 ft) | 1m | 5Gbps | 5V / 1.5A |
What this means in plain terms:
- If you need full 10Gbps, stay at 1m or 2m.
- If you need longer reach (3m–5m), you’re at 5Gbps, and the 5m version also reduces max power to 1.5A.
- If you’re using a drag chain, pick the SKU based on travel distance (1m or 2m), not just cable length.
Key Engineering Advantages
Locked USB-C for Industrial Movement
Dual screw locking USB-C helps prevent disconnects in vibration and motion environments.
Speed Where It’s Physically Realistic
Get 10Gbps performance at 1–2m, or longer runs at 5Gbps depending on the SKU.
Drag-Chain Aware Selection
Travel distance ratings help match the cable to moving equipment instead of guessing.
Long-Life Flex Design
Rated to 6 million flex cycles for repetitive motion systems.
Built for Tough Routing
TPE jacket, shielding, and rugged overmolds support real installs, not desk toys.
Feature Checklist
- USB-A to USB-C high-flex cable
- Dual screw-locking USB-C for secure industrial connections
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) supported up to 2m
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) supported up to 5m
- Rated for 6,000,000 continuous flex cycles
- Rugged overmold interfaces
- Shielded construction
- Durable TPE jacket
- UL flammability rating: VW-1
- RoHS compliant
Technical Specifications
Validated performance benchmarks and physical parameters.
- Series
- U3HLA01C12
- Connector (Host)
- USB-A Male
- Connector (Device)
- USB-C Male, Dual Screw Locking
- Cable Type
- High Flex
- Shielding
- Shielded
- Jacket
- Durable TPE (orange shown for 1m drawing)
- Cable OD
- ~6.2–6.3 mm
- Flex Life
- 6,000,000 cycles
- Operating Temp
- -30°C to 80°C (-22°F to 176°F)
- Recommended Static Bend Radius
- 7.5 × OD
- Recommended Dynamic Bend Radius
- 12 × OD
- UL
- UL Recognized AWM
- RoHS
- Compliant
Documentation & Drivers
Package Contents
- High Flex USB-A to USB-C Dual Screw Locking Cable (1)
- Packaging: 1 piece + PE bag (per 1m drawing)
Wiring & Connection Diagram
Inspect module pinouts, transmitter/receiver cabling, and power connections.
Target Application Scenarios
Engineered for harsh industrial automation, medical suites, aerospace testing, and command centers where signal integrity is non-negotiable.
Sector Compliance & Use Cases
- Drag chain / cable carrier motion systems
- Robotics and automation cells
- Industrial test stands and moving fixtures
- CNC, pick-and-place, inspection systems
- Any USB-C device connection that gets flexed constantly
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Newnex High Flex USB-A to USB-C Dual Screw Locking Cable | U3HLA01C12 Series
$149.00