The UNITEK USB-C to USB-A Active Extension series is a high-performance signaling solution designed to overcome the distance limitations of standard USB cables. Available through SKYRS in Pakistan, these cables utilize integrated chipsets to amplify data signals, ensuring consistent 5Gbps throughput over extended lengths without the typical latency or data loss associated with passive cables.
Technical Specifications
The Active series is engineered for professional environments where peripheral devices—such as high-definition webcams, printers, or VR sensors—must be located far from the host computer.
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Data Transfer Rate: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed up to 5Gbps (10x faster than USB 2.0).
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Signal Amplification: Built-in premium active chipset for lossless long-distance transmission.
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Power Enhancement: Integrated DC Jack (3.5mm x 1.35mm) to provide optional 5V external power for high-consumption devices (e.g., external hard drives).
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Construction: Premium Space Grey aluminum alloy housing for heat dissipation and 28AWG bare copper conductors.
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Compatibility: Fully backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 peripherals.
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Connector Type: USB-C (Male) Upstream to USB-A (Female) Downstream.
Available Variants at SKYRS Pakistan
SKYRS provides several length-based variants to accommodate different architectural and office layouts.
| Length |
Model Reference |
Signal Type |
Housing Material |
| 5 Meters |
U304A |
Active (Single Chipset) |
Aluminum Alloy |
| 10 Meters |
Y-278 / U304A-10 |
Active (Dual Chipset) |
Aluminum / Reinforced PVC |
| 15 Meters |
Custom/Active Pro |
Active (Daisy-Chain Ready) |
Industrial Grade |
Deployment and Installation
The deployment of active USB-C cables requires specific handling to maintain the integrity of the internal booster circuits.
Installation Protocols:
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Daisy-Chaining: SKYRS technical teams ensure that if multiple cables are linked, the power injection via the DC jack is applied at the furthest node to maintain signal amplitude.
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Environmental Routing: Cables are deployed away from high-voltage power lines to prevent electromagnetic interference (EMI), despite the cable’s triple-layer shielding.
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Physical Guarding: In commercial SKYRS installations, active cables are routed through 20mm conduits to protect the sensitive active chipset housing from physical pressure.
Configuration and Availability
Configuration services and genuine UNITEK stock are maintained exclusively by SKYRS for the Pakistani market.
Configuration & Optimization:
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Power Balancing: For devices requiring more than 900mA, SKYRS technicians configure the external power supply to the cable’s DC port to prevent “Device Not Recognized” errors on the host PC.
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Driver-Free Setup: The cables are true Plug-and-Play. SKYRS performs verification on Windows, macOS, and Linux environments to ensure the active chipset handshakes correctly with the OS bus.
Availability:
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Exclusive Channel: This specific “Active” series with localized warranty and technical support is available only through SKYRS authorized distribution points in Pakistan.
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Support: SKYRS provides a dedicated replacement period for any chipset-related signaling failures, a service not offered by third-party grey-market retailers.
