Tripp Lite by Eaton U042-025 25ft High-Speed USB 2. 0 A/B Active Cable - Silver Data Transfer Cable for Printers
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Technical Overview
This USB 2.0 active cable delivers full high-speed data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps across its 25-foot length. The integrated repeater circuit actively boosts and cleans the signal, ensuring reliable communication between host devices and printers without the data errors common in passive long cables.
The cable terminates in standard USB Type A and Type B connectors with 4-pin configurations, providing compatibility with most printer models requiring USB B connections. The active design maintains proper voltage levels and timing, which is critical for printer communication protocols that demand stable data transmission.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Length, Connector Type on First End, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The U042-025 active cable solves the distance limitations of standard USB cables while maintaining full USB 2.0 performance. Unlike passive cables that degrade signal quality beyond 5 meters, this active design ensures reliable printer connectivity at 25 feet without compromising data integrity.
Extended Reach Without Compromise
The built-in repeater regenerates the USB signal every 5 meters, allowing the cable to extend to 25 feet while maintaining the full 480 Mbps data transfer rate required for efficient printer operation.
- Overcomes 5-meter USB barrier
- Maintains high-speed performance
- Prevents data degradation
Reliable Printer Connectivity
Designed specifically for printer applications, this cable ensures stable communication between computers and printing devices, reducing connection errors and improving workflow efficiency in office environments.
- USB A to B configuration
- Optimized for printer protocols
- Reduces communication errors
Deployment / Use Cases
This active USB cable is ideal for office environments where printers need to be positioned away from workstations due to space constraints or organizational requirements. The 25-foot length provides flexibility in equipment placement while maintaining reliable data transfer.
Common deployment scenarios include connecting network printers in shared office spaces, linking production printers in manufacturing environments, and setting up printing stations in educational facilities where computers and printers are separated by distance. The active design ensures consistent performance in these extended-distance applications.
Office Printer Setups
Connect computers to centrally located printers in open office layouts, conference rooms, or shared workspaces where standard USB cables cannot reach.
Production Environments
Link workstations to label printers, barcode printers, or production printers in manufacturing and warehouse settings where equipment separation is necessary.
Physical Profile
The cable features a silver-colored jacket that provides both aesthetic appeal and durability for office environments. With an approximate weight of 1 pound, the cable is substantial enough to resist tangling while remaining manageable for installation. The RoHS compliance ensures environmentally responsible manufacturing without hazardous substances.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 1 lb (453.59 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Weight
- 1 lb (453.59 g)
- Length
- 25 ft (7.62 m)
Highlights
- 25-foot USB 2.0 active cable with built-in repeater
- Overcomes the standard 5-meter USB distance limitation
- Maintains high-speed 480 Mbps data transfer rate
- USB Type A to Type B connectors for printer connectivity
- Active signal regeneration prevents data degradation
- Silver-colored durable jacket for office environments
- RoHS compliant for environmental responsibility
- 3-year limited warranty for reliability assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Eaton Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | U042-025 |
| Brand Name | Tripp Lite series |
| Product Model | U042-025 |
| Product Name | 25ft. High-Speed USB2.0 A/B Active Device Cable (A Male to B Male) |
| Product Type | Data Transfer Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | USB |
| Cable Length | 25 ft (7.62 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | USB 2.0 Type A - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x 4-pin USB 2.0 Type A - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | USB 2.0 Type B - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 4-pin USB 2.0 Type B - Male |
| Device Supported | Printer |
| Features | Repeater,Active |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Silver |
| Product Color | Silver |
| Weight (Approximate) | 1 lb (453.59 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the maximum length of this USB cable?
The Tripp Lite U042-025 cable measures 25 feet (7.62 meters) in length. This extended distance is made possible by the built-in active repeater that regenerates the USB signal, allowing it to exceed the standard 5-meter limitation of passive USB cables while maintaining full USB 2.0 performance.
What types of devices does this cable support?
This cable is designed specifically for printers that use USB Type B connections. The USB A to B configuration connects computers or other host devices with USB A ports to printers with USB B ports, making it ideal for office printers, label printers, and other printing equipment requiring USB connectivity.
How does the active repeater technology work?
The built-in active repeater regenerates the USB signal at regular intervals along the cable length. This signal regeneration prevents the data degradation that typically occurs in passive cables over 5 meters, ensuring the cable maintains the full USB 2.0 data transfer rate of 480 Mbps across the entire 25-foot distance.
What is the data transfer speed of this USB cable?
This cable supports USB 2.0 high-speed data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps. The active repeater technology ensures that this maximum speed is maintained across the full 25-foot length, unlike passive cables that experience speed reduction over extended distances.
What color is the cable and is it environmentally compliant?
The cable features a silver-colored jacket that blends well with office equipment. It is RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant, meaning it is manufactured without hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and cadmium, making it an environmentally responsible choice for business deployments.
What warranty comes with this USB cable?
Tripp Lite by Eaton provides a 3-year limited warranty for the U042-025 active USB cable. This warranty covers manufacturing defects and ensures reliable performance for professional printing applications, giving businesses confidence in their connectivity investment.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
What input or connectivity options are listed?
Connectivity options include USB 2.0 Type A - Male, helping the product integrate into common office or home setups.
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