Enable 40Gbps USB4 performance and 8K video at distances up to 2m using this active USB-C cable
Connect reliably with the Active USB4 Cable to USB Type-C® (USB4), Thunderbolt™; and PCIe-enabled devices, delivering up to 40Gbps, 8K/4K video, and 240W of Power Delivery. Each connector is laser-etched with USB4 specifications, an exclusive feature that eliminates guesswork, confirms compatibility, and verifies USB4 performance.
Active USB4 Performance
Maintain full 40Gbps USB4 connectivity up to 2 meters with an active cable built for demanding data and display workloads. Integrated retimers and signal conditioning preserve bandwidth and signal integrity, ensuring consistent operation with external GPUs, storage arrays, and other high-performance peripherals where extended reach is essential.
Power High-Performance Laptops
Safely power high-performance laptops and USB-C devices with up to 240W of Extended Power Range (EPR) Power Delivery 3.1 using a compatible USB-C docking station or wall charger. An integrated e-marker chip ensures accurate power negotiation for stable, consistent charging. Ideal for professional laptops such as Apple M-series Pro/Max MacBooks.
Experience 8K 60Hz Video with DisplayPort 2.1 Alt Mode
Drive sharp 8K 60Hz video or dual 4K 120Hz displays via DisplayPort 2.1 Alt Mode with DSC, HBR3, and HDR10+ support. Suitable for professional 3D rendering, high-frame-rate video, and bandwidth-intensive visual workflows. This USB4 cable integrates seamlessly with USB-C or Thunderbolt 4 docks, and maintains backward compatibility with a wide range of resolutions and refresh rates.
StarTech.com 2m (6ft) Active USB4 Cable, 40Gbps, 240W PD, 8K 60Hz/4K 240Hz DP2.1 DP40, TPE Jacket, Thunderbolt 4 Compatible USB-C Cable - Black USB-C Cord
SKU: CC2M40GUSB4GEN3£53.29 ex VAT
£63.95 inc VAT
Out of stockFeatures Connector 1 form factor Straight Connector 2 form factor Straight Plug and Play Yes AWG wire size 32/34 USB version USB4 Gen 3x2 Connector 1 USB C Connector 2 USB C Cable length 2 m Connector contacts plating Nickel Product colour Black Cable type Round cable Connector 1 gender Male Connector 2 gender Male USB Power Delivery (USB PD) Yes Cable jacket material Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) USB Power Delivery up to 240 W USB Power Delivery revision 3.1 Fast charging Yes Maximum resolution 7680 x 4320 pixels Maximum refresh rate 240 Hz DisplayPort version 2.1 USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode Yes Maximum data transfer rate 40 Gbit/s Cable diameter 4.8 mm Weight 85 g Quantity per pack 1 pc(s) Weight & dimensions Cable diameter 4.8 mm Cable length 2 m Weight 85 g Package width 230 mm Package depth 80 mm Package height 30 mm Package weight 107 g Packaging data Package width 230 mm Package depth 80 mm Package height 30 mm Package weight 107 g Quantity per pack 1 pc(s) Packaging content Quantity per pack 1 pc(s) Operational conditions Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 60 °C Storage temperature (T-T) -20 - 60 °C Ports & interfaces USB version USB4 Gen 3x2 Connector 1 USB C Connector 2 USB C Connector contacts plating Nickel Technical details Product colour Black Compliance certificates CE, RoHS Certificates Compliance certificates CE, RoHS Other features Product colour Black Cable type Round cable Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 60 °C Storage temperature (T-T) -20 - 60 °C Compliance certificates CE, RoHS Logistics data Products per master (outer) case 80 pc(s) Master (outer) case width 540 mm Master (outer) case length 500 mm Master (outer) case height 215 mm Your parcel will arrive within 5 business days (excluding weekends and public holidays) after you place your order. Items are shipped in working days only, your order may arrive anytime between 7am and 9pm. Deliveries are not made on public holidays, so you can expect your order to arrive the next working day.
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