{"product_id":"corning-usb-3-1-optical-cable-50m-usb-a-micro-b","title":"Corning USB 3.1 Gen 1 Optical Cable 50m USB-A to Micro-B 5Gbps","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"cm-vendor-general\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- STAT BAR --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__value\"\u003e5 Gb\/s\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__label\"\u003eUSB 3.1 Gen 1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__value\"\u003e164 ft\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__label\"\u003e50 Meter Run\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__value\"\u003eUSB-A\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__label\"\u003eHost Connector\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__value\"\u003eMicro-B\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__label\"\u003eDevice Connector\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__value\"\u003eOptical\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-stat-bar__label\"\u003eLong-Range Data\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"cm-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cm-vendor-general\"\u003eCorning\u003c\/a\u003e USB 3.1 Gen 1 Optical Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    extends high-speed USB connectivity across a 50 m \/ 164 ft cable run while\n    supporting data transfer rates up to 5 Gb\/s. Optical fiber carries the\n    high-speed data signal, while two integrated copper wires provide bus power\n    to compatible equipment. With a USB Type-A host connector, locking\n    Micro-USB Type-B device connector, all-metal housing, and built-in\n    over-current protection, it is designed for demanding long-distance\n    professional USB installations.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/0860\/0738\/files\/CorningCOR-AOC-ABS2JME050M20.jpg?v=1787889380\u0026amp;width=1400\u0026amp;format=webp\" alt=\"Corning USB 3.1 optical cable 50m USB-A to Micro-B 5Gbps long-range connection\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label__bar\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"cm-section-label__text\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-grid\"\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- 01 --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box__icon\"\u003e01\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-feature-box__title\"\u003e\n        5 Gb\/s USB 3.1 Gen 1 Performance\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-feature-box__text\"\u003e\n        Transfer USB 3.1 Gen 1 data at up to 5 Gb\/s between compatible\n        hosts and peripherals. The optical signal path is designed to carry\n        high-speed data across a much longer distance than conventional\n        short USB cabling. This makes the cable suitable for professional\n        installations where equipment must be positioned far from the host.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003c!-- 02 --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box__icon\"\u003e02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-feature-box__title\"\u003e\n        164-Foot Long-Range Optical Connection\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-feature-box__text\"\u003e\n        The 50 m \/ 164 ft cable provides extensive installation flexibility\n        across studios, technical rooms, machine vision systems, and other\n        professional environments. High-speed USB data travels over optical\n        fiber across the full cable length. Compatible equipment can therefore\n        be positioned far from the host computer while retaining a direct\n        wired USB connection.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003c!-- 03 --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box__icon\"\u003e03\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-feature-box__title\"\u003e\n        Bus Power over Integrated Copper Wires\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-feature-box__text\"\u003e\n        Two copper wires are integrated into the cable to provide USB bus\n        power while high-speed data is transported over optical fiber.\n        This hybrid construction combines long-range optical data transmission\n        with electrical power delivery in a single cable. Compatible devices\n        can therefore receive bus power through the connection.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003c!-- 04 --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box__icon\"\u003e04\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-feature-box__title\"\u003e\n        USB 3 Vision Locking Micro-B Connector\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-feature-box__text\"\u003e\n        The device-side Micro-USB Type-B connector includes USB 3 Vision\n        locking screws for a more secure physical connection. The locking\n        design is useful in professional systems where an accidental\n        disconnect could interrupt data transfer. The host end uses a\n        standard USB Type-A male connector.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003c!-- 05 --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box__icon\"\u003e05\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-feature-box__title\"\u003e\n        All-Metal Housing for EMI Performance\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-feature-box__text\"\u003e\n        Corning uses all-metal connector housings to provide superior EMI\n        performance around the active cable electronics. This construction\n        helps support reliable high-speed operation in professional\n        environments where multiple electronic systems may operate nearby.\n        The metal housing also provides a durable enclosure at each endpoint.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003c!-- 06 --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"cm-feature-box__icon\"\u003e06\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-feature-box__title\"\u003e\n        Built-In Over-Current Protection\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-feature-box__text\"\u003e\n        Integrated over-current protection is built into the cable's\n        bus-power system. This adds protection to the electrical power path\n        while the optical fibers handle high-speed data transmission.\n        The protection is integrated directly into the active cable design\n        without requiring an additional external accessory.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- COMPATIBILITY --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label__bar\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"cm-section-label__text\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-grid\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        USB 3.1 Hosts\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        Designed for compatible USB 3.1 host systems using the USB Type-A\n        connection.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        USB 3.1 Peripherals\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        Intended for compatible USB 3.1 peripheral devices using the\n        Micro-USB Type-B connection.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        Not Backward Compatible\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        This exact model is specified for USB 3.1 hosts and peripherals only\n        and is not backward compatible.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        Directional Connection\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        The USB Type-A plug connects to the host, while the Micro-USB Type-B\n        plug connects to the compatible device.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- WHO IT'S FOR --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label__bar\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"cm-section-label__text\"\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-grid\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        USB 3 Vision Systems\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        The locking Micro-B connector is well suited to compatible USB 3\n        Vision equipment that benefits from a secured device-side connection.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        Machine Vision Installations\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        Position compatible USB imaging equipment farther away from the host\n        while maintaining a high-speed wired connection.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        Production Systems\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        Extend compatible USB equipment across large production spaces where\n        standard short USB cable lengths are not practical.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-audience-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__label\"\u003e\n        Remote USB Equipment\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-audience-card__text\"\u003e\n        Place compatible USB 3.1 peripherals up to 164 ft from the host\n        system while retaining direct optical data connectivity.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label__bar\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"cm-section-label__text\"\u003e\n      Technical Specifications\n    \u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ctable class=\"cm-table\"\u003e\n\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\n            USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A to Micro-USB Type-B Optical Cable\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eCOR-AOC-ABS2JME050M20\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.1 Gen 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Throughput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e5 Gb\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHost Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1 × USB Type-A male\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1 × Micro-USB Type-B male\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice Connector Locking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eUSB 3 Vision locking screws\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e164 ft \/ 50 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eOptical fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBus Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eDelivered over two integrated copper wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in over-current protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eAll-metal construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEMI Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSuperior EMI performance through all-metal housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.1 hosts and peripherals only\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackward Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eNot supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-section-label__bar\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"cm-section-label__text\"\u003e\n      Frequently Asked Questions\n    \u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-card cm-card--full\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-card__body\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-card__title\"\u003e\n        What is the 50 m Corning USB optical cable used for?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-card__text\"\u003e\n        It extends a compatible USB 3.1 Gen 1 connection across\n        50 m \/ 164 ft. It is intended for installations where compatible\n        USB equipment must be positioned far from the host computer.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-card__title\"\u003e\n        How fast is the 164-foot optical cable?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-card__text\"\u003e\n        The cable supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 data transfer rates up to 5 Gb\/s.\n        High-speed data is transported over optical fiber.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-card__title\"\u003e\n        Does the cable provide USB bus power?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-card__text\"\u003e\n        Yes. Bus power is delivered over two integrated copper wires while\n        the high-speed data path uses optical fiber.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-card__title\"\u003e\n        Does it include over-current protection?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-card__text\"\u003e\n        Yes. Built-in over-current protection is included as part of the\n        cable's bus-power design.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-card__title\"\u003e\n        What connectors are used?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-card__text\"\u003e\n        The host end uses a USB Type-A male connector. The device end uses\n        a Micro-USB Type-B male connector with USB 3 Vision locking screws.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n      \u003ch3 class=\"cm-card__title\"\u003e\n        Is this cable backward compatible?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"cm-card__text\"\u003e\n        No. This model is specified for USB 3.1 hosts and peripherals only\n        and is not backward compatible.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-cta\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 class=\"cm-cta__title\"\u003e\n      Need a 50 Meter Corning USB Optical Connection?\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"cm-cta__text\"\u003e\n      Coremicro is an authorized Corning dealer supporting professional\n      imaging, machine vision, production, and long-range USB installations.\n      Contact our team to confirm host, peripheral, connector, and\n      compatibility requirements before deployment.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"cm-cta__button\"\u003e\n      Talk to a Specialist\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- FOOTER LINKS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cm-footer-links\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"cm-footer-links__label\"\u003e\n      Continue Exploring\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cm-footer-links__list\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cm-vendor-general\" class=\"cm-footer-links__item cm-footer-links__item--primary\"\u003e\n        Corning Products\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cables\" class=\"cm-footer-links__item\"\u003e\n        Cables\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/production-equipment\" class=\"cm-footer-links__item\"\u003e\n        Production Equipment\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"cm-footer-links__item\"\u003e\n        Contact Us\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Corning","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47487304990882,"sku":"COR-AOC-ABS2JME050M20","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/0860\/0738\/files\/CorningCOR-AOC-ABS2JME050M20.jpg?v=1787889380","url":"https:\/\/www.coremicro.com\/products\/corning-usb-3-1-optical-cable-50m-usb-a-micro-b","provider":"COREMICRO.COM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}