OWC Active USB4 Thunderbolt 4 40 Gbps Optical Cable 4.5m

Go the Distance at Lightspeed

To travel far and fast, space traveling movie heroes rely on advanced technology to break through speed barriers. You can conquer the 2-meter distance ‘dark side’ of traditional copper-based Thunderbolt and USB4 cables with the OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable. Employing optical fibers to transmit data in the form of light, you can now beam your data to the furthest reaches of your workspace at lightspeed.

The OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable is the fastest, most powerful, and reliable solution for cost-effective long-distance connectivity of Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 devices. It provides up to 40Gb/s of stable bandwidth, up to 240W of power delivery, and up to 8K video resolution at up to 15 feet. Featuring universal USB-C connectivity and optical fiber technology, it eliminates the 2-meter distance limit of traditional copper-based Thunderbolt and USB4 cables so devices can be placed further away for noise reduction, provide more convenient access, be hidden for a more aesthetic work environment, or enable more efficient cable management in professional settings.

See the Light

With 40Gb/s of stable performance at up to 15 feet, you’ll transfer, backup, and stream audio, video, photos, and general data files at speeds and distances you’ve never seen before. By combining cutting-edge optical design with our decades-proven attention to quality, we created the OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable to provide you with unparalleled performance and reliability at a price that outshines other long-distance connectivity choices available today.

You Now Have the Way

Whether it’s a new need or a long-held desire, there are many reasons why you would want to extend the distance between your computer and your devices. With the OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable, you now have the way to accomplish your goal in a simple, cost-effective way. By breaking the 2M distance stranglehold of copper Thunderbolt and USB4 cables, you can:

• Relocate your high-performance RAID storage system to reduce noise distraction.
• Enjoy Thunderbolt Share connectivity between devices at a greater distance in the same room.
• Expand the length of your device daisy-chains.
• Place your devices in a more convenient location or even “hide” them for a more aesthetic work environment.
• Power your devices with up to 240W (3M) or up to 60W (4.5M) nearly anywhere in a studio, on a stage, or office.
• Enhance your cable management by placing AV devices in a rack while keeping your computer at your fingertips.
• Experience greater freedom of camera movement by tethering during in-studio shoots.
• Extend Thunderbolt/USB4 network connectivity between rack mounted devices.
• Elevate your gaming experience by distancing your eGPU from your laptop to fully immerse yourself into the action while freeing up room for your monitors, mic, and camera.

All the Power and Pixels You Want

The OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable gives you more than the highest speed with the most reliability over long distance. Put up to 240W of power delivery to work for you where you want it. Enthrall your eyes with high resolution displays up to 8K. And do it all with assured durability thanks to its tough braided exterior.

Advanced Optical Technology for Signal Stability

By utilizing advanced multi-mode optical fiber technology, the OWC USB4 Active Optical Fiber Cable is built for bandwidth intensive applications that require stable, consistent signal transmission and power delivery free from EMI and RFI interference.

All the Right Connections

With universal USB-C connectivity and highly durable braided construction, the OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable is a premium quality It Just Works™ solution for millions of Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 computers, tablets, smartphones, drives, RAID arrays, eGPUs, cameras, displays, docks, card readers, and more.

Specifications

• Cable Connections: USB Type-C male
• Power Transmission: 60W 20V/3A
• Display Support by Port: DisplayPort 1.4: Up to 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 120Hz
• Data Rate: Thunderbolt 4 : 40 Gb/s (or 5000 MB/s), Thunderbolt 3 : 40 Gb/s (or 5000 MB/s), USB 4 : Up to 40 Gb/s (or 5000 MB/s), USB 3.2 Gen 2 : 10 Gb/s (or 1250 MB/s)
• Color: Black
• Dimensions: Length: 450.0 cm (177.2 in)
• Certifications: E-Mark IC