An USB-C Active Optical Cable, also known as a Optical USB-C Cable, USB-C Active Optical Cable that utilizes hybrid (copper and optical fiber) technology to transmit data and power over a USB-C connection. By using AOC+ technology, the USB-C Active Optical Cable allows it to achieve high-speed,EMI-free & lossless transmission alongside with up to 60W power delivery over long-distance up to 15m.
Key features of USB-C Optical Cable
Longer Length
USB-C Optical Cable can be up to 15 meters long, which is much longer than the length of 2m for traditional copper cables. This makes the Fiber Optic USB C Cable ideal for connecting devices in larger spaces or for running cables through walls or ceilings.
8K Video
USB-C Active Optical Cable leverages advanced AOC+ technology with 4-lane alternate DP1.4, delivering support for up to 8K/60Hz and 4K/144Hz UHD video resolution.
Faster Data
USB-C Optical Cable can support data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps as per USB3.2, which is twice as fast as traditional copper cables. This makes them ideal for transferring large files or streaming high-resolution video.
Power Delivery
USB-C Optical Cable can also deliver power to devices, which means that you can charge your devices while they are connected to the cable. The maximum power delivery of our USB-C Full Function can be 100W for 5m,70W for 10m and 60W for 15m
Compatibility
USB-C Active Optical Cable is backward compatible with any device that has a USB-C port, no matter it is USB3.2,USB3.0 or USB 2.0.
Types of USB C Active Optical Cables
USB-C Optical Cables can be categorized based on their design, functionality, and specific use cases.
AT LINK offers a wide range of USB-C Active Optical Cables including the two main categories as followed:
1. Data + Power:
- These cables prioritize high-speed data transfer and power delivery over USB-C.
- They are ideal for charging devices and transferring data simultaneously, especially over longer distances.
- They are commonly used for connecting laptops to docking stations, monitors, or other peripherals.
2. Data + Power + Video:
- These cables offer a comprehensive solution by combining high-speed data transfer, power delivery, and video transmission capabilities.
- They are perfect for connecting your laptop to a monitor or projector, enabling you to enjoy high-resolution video and audio output.
- They are often used in professional settings like conference rooms, studios, and control rooms.
Application of USB-C Active Optical Cable
Extending the reach of USB devices: USB-C Optical Cable can be used to extend the reach of USB devices, such as printers and scanners.
Connecting monitors to computers: USB-C Optical Cable can be used to connect monitors to computers, providing both video and power over a single cable.
Connecting laptops to docking stations: USB-C Optical Cable can be used to connect laptops to docking stations, providing access to multiple peripherals, such as monitors, keyboards, and mice.