Data Cables

Data cables are needed when transmitting any information that is not audio or video. Networking cables, USB cables, and the modern Thunderbolt all belong in this category. What are they used for and how they differ?

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What Do Data Cables Do?

Data cables have many functions:

Transfer data between two devices - connect your phone to your PC and you can easily back up your photos.
External graphics cards - enhance your laptop's performance by plugging in an external graphics card.
Stable Internet - increase your Internet speeds by connecting your device with a networking cable.

When choosing a USB cable, it is best to use the latest version supported by your device.

USB

A modern universal data bus that connects peripherals to computers and other devices. It is the most widespread data interface on the market.

USB Interface Versions:

USB 2.0 - the most widespread "typical USB", found on almost every device
USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 (formerly USB 3.1 Gen 1 and Gen 2) - an upgraded and faster version, backward compatible
USB micro - a miniaturised version of USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1, compatible with regular USB, especially on mobile devices
USB-C - state-of-the-art USB interface, enables image transfer, internet connection and fast device charging

Very widespread
Universal
Cheap

Older versions are slow

Thunderbolt

An Intel project that created a very fast data interface. It’s not as popular as USB, but it delivers much higher speeds. It uses the same connector as Mini DisplayPort, so it can be plugged into that as well. Due to the high bit rates and PCI-Express connection, it can be used for external graphics cards.

Very fast data transfer
Fairly common in high-end laptops and PCs

Limited use so far

Lightning

A digital data bus used exclusively by Apple devices. In addition to data transfer and charging, it is designed to transmit an audio signal. Can be inserted into the device using either side.

Audio, data, and charging in one cable
Small size

Apple only

Networking Cables (RJ-45)

Networking cables are the ideal solution for connecting to the Internet. They have directly tailored protocols that increase connection speeds and overall stability. The most widespread networking cable plug is RJ-45.

Networking Cable Types:

CAT5 - - the oldest networking cables, today replaced by improved CAT5E
CAT5E - the most common type nowadays, offering a stable connection with a speed limit of up to 1Gb/s, which is enough for most people
CAT6 - has a much better chance of reaching 1Gbps than CAT5E, and is particularly useful in corporate environments

Fast and stable internet connection

Adapters

Most data cables are mutually compatible if you use small passive adapters. The good thing about networking cables is also their general compatibility with video or audio cables you can connect them to.

Splitters and Extenders

These can extend your cable or split its output.

USB 3.2

Vention USB 2.0 to USB-C 3A Cable 1M Black

734×

3.49 €

In stock 4 pcs

8 variants 4 sizes

Data Cable , length: 1m

AlzaPower Core USB-C to USB-C USB4 100W 1m Black

46×

23.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Data Cable - USB 4 Gen 2x2 SuperSpeed 20Gb/s, Sync & Charge up to 5A, Power Delivery 100W, 5K@60Hz, E-Mark chipset, backward compatibility with USB 2.0, USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt 3,...

AlzaPower Core USB-C to USB-C 2.0 60W 1m Black

1 715×

from 5.27 €

In stock > 10 pcs

7 variants

Data Cable - USB Hi-Speed 480Mbps, Sync & Charge up to 3A, Power Delivery 60W, gold-plated connectors, for laptops, mobile phones and other devices with a USB-C connector,...

Swissten Textile Data Cable Lightning 2m Black

245×

8.89 €

In stock > 10 pcs

2 sizes

Data Cable , durable metal body and nylon braiding, length: 2m, fastener,

AlzaPower Patch CAT7 S/FTP 7m black

183×

11.69 €

In stock > 10 pcs

10+ variants

Ethernet Cable connecting, 7m, male connectors: 2× RJ-45 (CAT7), Gold-Plated Connectors and double-sided connector, S/FTP, straight connector ends

Vention USB 2.0 to USB-C 3A Cable 1.5M Black

734×

3.49 €

In stock > 20 pcs

8 variants 4 sizes

Data Cable , length: 1,5m

Choetech 25W Wall Charger + 1-metre Type-c to Type-c Cable

94×

13.90 €

In stock 2 pcs

Wall Charger with support for fast charging, output USB-C (max. 25 W), fast charging technology: USB Power Delivery, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 and Samsung Adaptive Fast Charging,...

Vention USB 2.0 Male to USB Female Extension Cable 0.5m Black PVC Type

435×

3.40 €

In stock > 20 pcs

3 sizes

Data Cable , length: 0,5m, extension cable

Vention Type-C (USB-C) 2.0 Male to USB-C Male 100W / 5A Cable 1.5m Black PVC Type

283×

7.39 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Data Cable , length: 1,5m

AXAGON RVC-HI2MC, USB-C -> HDMI 2.0 cable 1.8m, 4K/60Hz HDR10, metal case, braided

149×

17.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

2 colors

Video Cable 1,8m - interconnection, male connectors: 1× USB-C + 1× HDMI (HDMI 2.0) with up to 4K (3840×2160) at 60Hz, 32 audio tracks, 32 audio channels and 18.0 Gbit/s, HDMI 2.0...

PremiumCord SATA III 90° 0.3m

671×

4.39 €

In stock > 20 pcs

4 sizes

Data Cable , length: 0,3m

Ubiquiti Etherlighting Patch Cable Cat.6, 12 m, white

49×

23.90 €

In stock > 5 pcs

7 sizes

Ethernet Cable connecting, 12m, male connectors: 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), UTP, straight and detachable connector ends

Ubiquiti Ethernet Patch Cable Cat.6, 2 m, white

58×

4.49 € 4.99 €

In stock > 20 pcs

4 sizes

Ethernet Cable connecting, 2m, male connectors: 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), UTP, straight and detachable connector ends

Vention USB 2.0 to USB-C 3A Cable 0.5M Black

734×

3.19 €

In stock > 20 pcs

8 variants 4 sizes

Data Cable , length: 0,5m

AlzaPower MultiCore 4in1 USB 60W 480Mbps 1m White

1 065×

11.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

4 variants

Data Cable - USB Hi-Speed 480 Mb/sec, Sync & Charge up to 3A, 60W Power Delivery, Quick Charge 3.0, 2x USB-C, 1x MicroUSB, 1x USB-A, gold-plated connectors, VelcroStrap+; for...

PremiumCord USB-C to USB 3.0 A (USB 3.2 Generation 1, 3A, 5Gbit/s) 0.5m

593×

8.09 €

In stock > 10 pcs

4 sizes

Data Cable , durable metal body, length: 0,5m

AlzaPower Core USB-C to USB-C 2.0 100W 0.5m Black

1 004×

7.60 €

In stock > 10 pcs

5 variants

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Data Cable - USB Hi-Speed 480Mbps, Sync & Charge up to 5A, Power Delivery 100W, gold-plated connectors, chip E-Mark, for laptops, mobile phones and other devices with a USB-C...

AlzaPower Core Charge USB-A to USB-C 2.0 3m, Black

4 633×

from 5.98 €

In stock > 10 pcs

10 variants

Data Cable - USB Hi-Speed 480Mb/sec, Sync & Charge up to 3A, gold-plated connectors, for mobile phones/tablets/other devices with USB-C connectors, VelcoStrap+

AlzaPower AluCore Charge USB-A to USB-C 2.0 1m Black

1 177×

7.19 €

In stock > 10 pcs

7 variants

Data Cable , durable metal body, gold-plated connectors and nylon braiding, length: 1m VelcroStrap+

PremiumCord Serial laplink 9F-9F

27×

5.09 €

In stock > 20 pcs

Data Cable , length: 2m

PremiumCord USB4™ Gen 3x2 40Gbps 8K@60Hz 240W Thunderbolt 3 curved cable 0.8m

71×

16.90 €

In stock > 5 pcs

3 sizes

Data Cable , length: 0,8m

AlzaPower AluCore USB-A to Lightning MFi (C189) 2m silver

3 377×

11.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

10 variants

Data Cable USB Hi-Speed 480 Mbps, Sync & Charge up to 2.4A, chipset C189, durable metal body, nylon braid, for Apple iPhone, iPad and other devices with Lightning connector, MFi...

AlzaPower Core USB-A to Lightning MFi (C189) 1m black

1 171×

from 8.27 €

In stock > 10 pcs

6 variants

Data Cable USB Hi-Speed 480 Mbps, Sync & Charge up to 2.4A, chipset C189, for Apple iPhone, iPad and other devices with Lightning connector, MFi certification, VelcroStrap+

Samsung USB-C cable (5A, 1.8m) white

101×

9.90 €

In stock 4 pcs

Data Cable , braided cable, length: 1,8m

Data Cables

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Data Cables

What Do Data Cables Do?

USB

USB Interface Versions:

Thunderbolt

Lightning

Networking Cables (RJ-45)

Networking Cable Types:

Adapters

Splitters and Extenders

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