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-C to DP 1.2 (Display Port) Cable 2M Black

89×

13.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Video Cable 2m - interconnection, male connectors: 1× USB-C + 1× DisplayPort (Displayport 1.2) with 21.6 Gbit/s transfer rate, DisplayPort 1.2 connector, with gold-plated...

UGREEN USB 2.0 to RS-232 COM Port DB9 (M) Adapter Cable Black 1m

84×

10 €

In stock 3 pcs

3 sizes

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Adapter

AlzaPower Core USB-C to HDMI 4K 2m black

148×

13.69 €

In stock > 10 pcs

2 sizes

Video Cable - interconnect, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (M) to HDMI 2.0 (M) connectors, Maximum 4K Ultra HD resolution (3,840 x 2,160 pixels at 60 Hz), 32 audio tracks, 32 audio channels,...

Ubiquiti UniFi 10 Gbps SFP+ Direct Attach Cable

14×

15.90 €

In stock 2 pcs

Data Cable , braided cable, length: 1m

AlzaPower AluCore Charge USB-A to USB-C 2.0 3m Black

1 180×

7.99 €

In stock > 10 pcs

7 variants

Data Cable , durable metal body, gold-plated connectors and nylon braiding, length: 3m VelcroStrap+

AlzaPower Patch CAT7 S/FTP 20m grey

183×

19.49 €

In stock > 5 pcs

10+ variants

Ethernet Cable connecting, 20m, male connectors: 2× RJ-45 (CAT7), Gold-Plated Connectors and double-sided connector, S/FTP, straight connector ends

AlzaPower Core USB-A to USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbp 2m White

2 093×

8.80 €

In stock > 10 pcs

6 variants

Data Cable , gold-plated connectors, length: 2m VelcroStrap+

AlzaPower Core USB-C to DisplayPort 1.2 1m black

57×

11.69 €

In stock > 10 pcs

2 sizes

Video Cable - interconnect, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (M) to Displayport 1.2 (M) connectors, Maximum 4K Ultra HD resolution (3,840 x 2,160 pixels at 60 Hz), durable design, gold-plated...

AlzaPower Patch CAT7 S/FTP 5m grey

183×

9.70 €

In stock 4 pcs

10+ variants

Ethernet Cable connecting, 5m, male connectors: 2× RJ-45 (CAT7), Gold-Plated Connectors and double-sided connector, S/FTP, straight connector ends

PremiumCord USB-C to USB 3.0 A (USB 3.2 generation 1, 3A, 5Gbit/s) 2m

593×

9.29 €

In stock > 10 pcs

4 sizes

Data Cable , durable metal body, length: 2m

PremiumCord 0.5m SATA 3.0 data cable

1 081×

4.39 €

In stock > 20 pcs

5 sizes

Data Cable , length: 0,5m

Apple USB-C/MagSafe 3 cable (2m)

9×

49.90 €

In stock > 5 pcs

Power Cable - cable, length 2 m, male connector 1× USB-C, MagSafe, straight end

Apple Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) Pro Cable (1m)

14×

73.90 €

In stock > 5 pcs

Data Cable , braided cable, length: 1m

Ubiquiti Ethernet Patch Cable Cat.6, 1 m, white

58×

6.70 €

In stock > 20 pcs

4 sizes

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

AlzaPower Patch CAT7 S/FTP 30m grey

183×

24.90 €

In stock > 5 pcs

10+ variants

Ethernet Cable connecting, 30m, male connectors: 2× RJ-45 (CAT7), Gold-Plated Connectors and double-sided connector, S/FTP, straight connector ends

AlzaPower MultiCore 4in1 USB 60W 480Mbps 2m Black

1 065×

13.90 €

In stock > 5 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...

AlzaPower Core USB-C to USB-C 2.0 60W 2m White

1 716×

6.79 €

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,...

AlzaPower Core Charge USB-A to USB-C 2.0 2m, White

4 638×

5.20 €

In stock > 10 pcs

10 variants

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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+

AXAGON RVC-DPC Converter USB-C -> DisplayPort

158×

13.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Adapter connecting, 1,85m, male connectors: 1× USB-C, 1× DisplayPort (DisplayPort 1.2), straight connector ends

Ubiquiti Etherlighting Patch Cable Cat.6, 0,3 m, white

50×

6.10 €

In stock > 5 pcs

7 sizes

Ethernet Cable connecting, 0,3m, male connectors: 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), 1× RJ-45 (CAT6), UTP, straight and detachable connector ends

PremiumCord USB4™ Gen 3x2 40Gbps 8K@60Hz 240W Thunderbolt 3 curved cable 1.2m

71×

14.90 € 17.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

2 sizes

Data Cable , length: 1,2m

AlzaPower SilkCore USB-C / USB-C 2.0 5A, 240W, 1m, white

773×

from 8.27 €

In stock > 10 pcs

4 variants

Data Cable - connector, 2× USB-C (2.0), double-sided connector, Power Delivery 3.1 up to 5 A (max. 240 W), VelcroStrap+, E-Mark chip, fast charging support, Sync & Charge, straight...

Ubiquiti UniFi 10 Gbps SFP+ Direct Attach Cable

11×

20.90 €

In stock > 10 pcs

Data Cable , braided cable, length: 3m

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

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...

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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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