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-A -> USB-B Print Cable, 1m, Black

296×

2.99 €

In stock > 20 pcs

4 sizes

Data Cable , length: 1m

Vention Type-C (USB-C) <-> USB 2.0 Cable 3A, Grey, 3m, Aluminium Alloy Type

733×

5.99 €

In stock > 10 pcs

6 variants 3 sizes

Data Cable , durable metal body and nylon braiding, length: 3m

Vention USB2.0 -> miniUSB Cable, 1.5m, Black

230×

3.79 €

In stock 4 pcs

4 sizes

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Data Cable , length: 1,5m

ROLINE Cable extension for mouse - serial COM port (RS232) 1.8m

72×

4.99 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Data Cable , length: 1,8m

Xiaomi 6A Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable (2m)

13×

13.90 €

In stock 5 pcs

2 sizes

Power Cable - cable, length 2 m, male connector 2× USB-C, double-sided connector

Swissten braided magnetic cable for Apple Watch metal, USB-A 1.2 m white

Vention 1-Port USB-C GaN Charger (20W) with USB-C to Lightning Cable (1M) EU-Plug Black

36×

10.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Wall Charger with support for fast charging, output USB-C (max. 20 W), fast charging technology: USB Power Delivery 3.0, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 and Apple 2.4, included in the...

PremiumCord Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 optical AOC fiber cable 8K@60Hz, gold plated connectors 15 m

46×

56.99 €

In stock 2 pcs

6 sizes

Video Cable 15m - interconnection, male connectors: 1×HDMI (HDMI 2.1) + 1×HDMI (HDMI 2.1) with up to 8K (7680×4320) at 60Hz, 32 audio tracks, 32 audio channels and 48 Gbit/s,...

ChoeTech USB-C PD 240W Nylon Cable, 2m

81×

7.60 €

In stock 2 pcs

2 sizes

Data Cable and nylon braiding, length: 2m

Vention USB 2.0 Male to USB Female Extension Cable 1m Black PVC Type

435×

3.59 €

In stock > 20 pcs

3 sizes

Data Cable , length: 1m, extension cable

Vention Type-C (USB-C) 90° <-> USB 2.0 Cotton Cable Grey 2m Aluminum Alloy Type

648×

6.49 €

In stock > 10 pcs

4 variants 3 sizes

Data Cable , durable metal body, length: 2m

Swissten Textile Data Cable USB-C 0.2m Black

77×

from 4.79 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Data Cable and nylon braiding, length: 0,2m

Vention USB3.0 Extension Cable, 2m, Black

782×

5.20 €

In stock > 20 pcs

4 sizes

Data Cable , length: 2m, extension cable

PremiumCord USB 3.0 repeater 10m extension

35×

37.90 €

In stock > 5 pcs

1 variant

Data Cable , length: 10m, extension cable

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

38×

8.29 €

In stock > 5 pcs

7 sizes

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

Ubiquiti Ethernet Patch Cable Cat.6, 0,1 m, black

38×

3.59 €

In stock > 20 pcs

7 sizes

Ethernet Cable connecting, 0,1m, male connectors: 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), UTP, straight and detachable connector ends

FIXED LED Cable USB-C/USB-C with glow effect and PD support 1.2 meter 60W braided rainbow

29×

19.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Data Cable , braided cable, length: 1,2m, fastener,

PremiumCord USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C male - USB-C male, Cotton Braid 1m

43×

8.09 €

In stock > 10 pcs

4 sizes

Data Cable , durable metal body, length: 1m

Swissten Data Cable Textile II USB-C / USB-C 1.5m white

120×

8.09 €

In stock > 10 pcs

3 colors

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Data Cable , length: 1,5m

Mobile Origin Compact Cable USB-C to USB-C Black

10×

7.30 €

In stock > 10 pcs

2 colors

Data Cable , length: 0,1m

AlzaPower CompactCore USB-C to USB-C 2.0, 100W, 2m - purple

242×

9.89 €

In stock > 10 pcs

10+ variants

Data Cable - interconnect, narrow connectors, Support Power Delivery up to 100 W (20 V / 5 A), E-Mark chip, gold-plated connectors, aluminium alloy connector construction, outer...

AlzaPower Patch CAT6 UTP 0,5m grey

684×

2.29 €

In stock > 50 pcs

10+ variants

Ethernet Cable connecting, 0,5m, male connectors: 2× RJ-45 (CAT6), Gold-Plated Connectors and double-sided connector, UTP, straight connector ends

Vention 1-Port USB-C GaN Charger (20W) with USB-C to USB-C Cable (1M) EU-Plug Black

16×

9.40 €

In stock > 10 pcs

2 colors

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Wall Charger with support for fast charging, output USB-C (max. 20 W), fast charging technology: USB Power Delivery 3.0, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 and Apple 2.4, included in the...

Vention USB 2.0 to micro USB 2A Cable 0.25M Black

226×

3.29 €

In stock > 20 pcs

8 variants 2 sizes

Data Cable , length: 0,25m

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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