USB A to USB C Cable
- BC-DAC020 USB-A male to USB-C male cable series.
- USB 10Gbps configurations for compatible host and device ports.
- TPE and nylon-braided construction options.
- Molded and aluminum-shell connector styles.
- Standard, textured-grip, and strain-relief variants.
- Specify length, data requirement, and charging application before ordering.
Connect Existing USB-A Equipment to USB-C Devices
USB-A to USB-C Cable for Data Connections and OEM Device Kits
Keep useful USB-A ports working with today’s USB-C devices. The BespokeCable BC-DAC020 series connects a USB-A host or charging source to a compatible USB-C device, with molded TPE and aluminum-shell styles for different installation and presentation needs. USB 10Gbps configurations are available for projects where both ports and the selected cable support that data rate.
Choose the connector style that fits your equipment, then specify the cable length and electrical requirement. An attractive housing is useful for an accessory kit, but the data path, charging behavior, and fit in the installed device must also be right. If you’re not sure where to start, send a device model or a photo of the ports.
BC-DAC020 Specification Guide
| Item | Configuration or selection note |
|---|---|
| Connector A | USB-A male |
| Connector B | USB-C male |
| Data option | USB 10Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 2; confirm the selected length and construction in the quotation |
| Construction choices | TPE construction or nylon-braided cable with aluminum-shell options |
| Housing styles | Molded, textured grip, standard aluminum, extended strain relief or compact strain relief |
| Length | Specify the installed route; data performance must be agreed for the ordered length rather than assumed across all options |
| Charging | Depends on the source, device, and supported charging method; no universal 60W USB PD claim |
| Legacy Type-C identification | 56kΩ pull-up configuration; not an active overcurrent limiter or a 3A guarantee |
| Video | Not a native USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode or Thunderbolt connection |
| OEM details | Length, finish, marking and packaging subject to the agreed configuration |
Use USB 10Gbps Where the Equipment Can Benefit
A compatible USB-A host port and USB-C peripheral can use the selected 10Gbps cable configuration for storage and other data tasks. A USB 2.0 device will still operate at its own supported rate. The 10Gbps figure describes a link capability, not a promised file-copy result; storage performance, software, and the rest of the connection also matter.
Choose the Housing Around Access and Clearance
Molded TPE styles suit projects that call for a simple, coordinated cable finish. Textured aluminum shells give fingers a defined gripping area, while extended and compact strain-relief designs offer different cable-exit profiles. Compare the drawings with neighboring sockets and protective cases before selecting a version. Finish alone doesn’t determine bend-cycle rating or electrical performance.
Charging Through USB-A Is Not the Same as USB-C PD
This cable does not turn a USB-A charger into a USB-C Power Delivery source. For a charging project, identify the charger, device, and charging protocol before specifying an output target. The 56 kω resistor in a legacy A-to-C connection provides identification; it doesn’t cut off excess current. If your project specifically needs a C-to-C PD connection, compare the Type-C charging cable instead.
From a Working Sample to a Repeatable Order
For an OEM kit, supply the required model style, length, quantities, and labeling artwork. Evaluate a sample with the intended host and device before committing to the final configuration. If you need an everyday USB 2.0 charging-and-sync alternative, see the phone charging cable. The wider USB-C cable range covers other connector combinations.
Send your device details and preferred style for a quotation. We can discuss a defined assembly so you don’t have to guess which generic cable label fits the application.
BC-DAC020 Connector and Finish Options
Compare the twelve existing model options below. The part number identifies the construction; confirm the finish against the approved sample and agree on performance data for the ordered length. Connector appearance does not, by itself, change the charging protocol.
P/N: BC-DAC020-AW
Choose the white molded TPE style for a light-colored device bundle or coordinated accessory kit. Its straightforward housing keeps the appearance consistent from plug to cable. Specify the required length and data function, then review the sample with your equipment.
P/N: BC-DAC020-AB
The black molded TPE option suits equipment kits that need a restrained, matching cable finish. Check the plug clearance around recessed sockets and protective cases before selection. Include your route length and charging source details so the quoted assembly matches the application.
P/N: BC-DAC020-BG
This dual-grip aluminum-shell option provides a defined handling surface on both ends for connections that need regular access. Use the model code when comparing samples, and confirm the final finish separately. Check space around neighboring sockets before approving the housing for your equipment.
P/N: BC-DAC020-BB
Select the black dual-grip aluminum style when both connectors should share a textured appearance. It provides an identifiable option for a branded accessory range without changing the underlying port requirements. Review the ordered length and data specification alongside the physical sample.
P/N: BC-DAC020-CB
The brown-accent grip option offers a different finish for device kits or accessory collections. Confirm the selected housing and color against the sample, especially when matching another component. Send the required cable length and labeling details with this model reference.
P/N: BC-DAC020-CG
Use this grip-style variant when comparing connector finishes within the BC-DAC020 range. Keep its model reference on the quotation so that a visually similar alternative is not substituted without review. Confirm the chosen color, fit, and electrical configuration on the approved sample.
P/N: BC-DAC020-DG
This aluminum-shell variant is an option for projects that need a coordinated metal-housing look at both ends. Compare the actual sample with your preferred finish rather than relying on screen color alone. Specify the installed cable route and required data rate before ordering.
P/N: BC-DAC020-DB
The black aluminum-housing version keeps both connectors visually consistent for equipment bundles and desktop accessories. Check that the housings can be gripped alongside adjacent plugs. Agree on cable length, electrical requirements, and packaging before treating the sample as the production reference.
P/N: BC-DAC020-EG
The extended strain-relief style provides a longer transition behind the connector housing. Allow room for that profile when planning the cable exit near a stand or enclosure. Compare its fit with the compact alternative and confirm the finish on the selected sample.
P/N: BC-DAC020-EB
Choose the black extended strain-relief option when the installation can accommodate its longer connector-to-cable transition. The shape should be assessed in the real route, not treated as a guaranteed bend-life rating. Include the intended device connection and ordered length in the inquiry.
P/N: BC-DAC020-FB
This black compact strain-relief version offers a shorter exit profile behind the aluminum housing. It can be useful when space around the plug is limited. Leave room for a gentle cable bend and approve the sample in its installed position.
P/N: BC-DAC020-FG
The silver compact strain-relief option provides an alternative finish within the shorter-profile housing family. Match it to the equipment appearance and available connector space during sample review. Keep the part number, required length, and electrical specification together for clear repeat ordering.
Check the Plug Body Against Recessed Ports
A USB-C plug can fit the socket, but its molded body can catch on a case opening. On the USB-A side, neighboring plugs may leave little room to grip. Compare the connector drawing with both ends of the intended installation, especially when the cable will be supplied with a device enclosure or protective cover.
Include a case or panel drawing with your inquiry if clearance is tight. Approve the housing and cable exit together, and avoid pulling on the wire to disconnect a difficult-to-reach plug. The selected sample should be easy to use in the final assembly.
Yes, you can include several preferred model references in a sample inquiry. Availability and sample terms depend on the requested builds. List the quantity and length for each option so the quotation clearly distinguishes comparison samples from the planned production order.
Tell us which declarations, test reports, or certification records your market or customer requires. Check documentation against the ordered assembly and materials. A USB generation name, metal shell, or printed logo alone does not establish finished-product certification.
They depend on the selected construction, quantity, and any custom materials, marking, or packaging. Send the model reference, delivery destination, and required schedule for a quotation. Confirm the commercial terms before ordering, rather than assuming one MOQ or delivery time applies to every variant.
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Specifying an A-to-C Cable for a Mixed-Port Product Kit
A product kit often has to work with an installed base of USB-A computers, chargers, or vehicle ports while the supplied device uses USB-C. BC-DAC020 addresses that connector pairing. A good specification starts with the job the cable must perform, then identifies the housing and finish that suit the kit.
Separate the Data Requirement from Charging
A storage accessory may need a 10Gbps data path but only modest bus power. A charging accessory may need no high-speed data at all. List these requirements separately so a high data-rate label is not mistaken for a charging guarantee. When a proprietary fast-charging method is essential, identify the exact source and receiving device rather than using a generic wattage specification.
Use the Correct Generation Name
USB 3.2 Gen 2 describes 10Gbps operation. Gen 2×2 describes 20Gbps and should not be used to label this 10Gbps A-to-C configuration. The connector at the computer also needs the required capability; a USB-A socket may be USB 2.0, 5Gbps, or 10Gbps. Check the equipment documentation rather than inferring speed from the socket color.
Account for the Installed Length
Measure the route around the device, not just the distance between ports. Specify the shortest practical length that leaves enough service access and bend space. Do not assume that a construction qualified at a short length will deliver the same high-speed result at every longer length. Record the data requirement against the actual length in the quotation and sample evaluation.
Evaluate the Real Application
For storage, check sustained transfers with the intended host and device. For an in-car application, check the vehicle head unit, phone, and software combination for the required wired function; the cable cannot add CarPlay or Android Auto to unsupported equipment. For charging, check the source and device behavior independently of a successful data connection.
Approve a Housing as Part of the Assembly
Texture, finish, and strain-relief length affect handling and clearance. Compare the selected model near adjacent connectors, with any protective case installed. A compact housing may solve a clearance problem, while an extended exit profile may suit a different route. Neither shape alone proves a mechanical test rating.
Make Reorders Easy to Identify
Record the model suffix, approved finish, cable length, data requirement, and packaging artwork together. Keep the accepted sample or drawing revision as the reference. If the device or charger changes, review that change before reusing the previous specification. This gives purchasing and engineering a common description of the cable being ordered.
