This product page focuses on the DELOCK Cable Connector USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female to USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female with M20 x 1.5 mm Thread and Cap IP68 Waterproof, which is compared with four alternative solutions from the DELOCK brand: the cable connector Delock USB 5 Gbps Cable Connector Type-A Female to Type-A Female with M20 x 1.5 mm Thread IP68 Waterproof, the cable assembly DeLOCK USB Cable USB Type-A male to female 5 Gbps 60 cm black IP68, the module DeLOCK Easy 45 Module SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps USB Type-A female 45 x 45 mm, the angled module DeLOCK D-Type Module USB 5 Gbps Type-A female to female 90° angled, and the adapter DeLOCK 66045 Cable Gender Changer USB 5 Gbps Type-A 2.5 Gigabit LAN RJ45 Black. All items support high-speed USB 5 Gbps data transfer, but they differ in construction type, cable presence, connector genders, and environmental protection ratings, defining their suitability for industrial, office, or outdoor applications.
⚙️ Below is a comparison of the key characteristics of the evaluated products, including interface types, thread presence, cable or module design features, and dust and moisture protection ratings to assess their applicability in various environments.
| Characteristic | DELOCK Cable Connector (main product) | Delock USB 5 Gbps Cable Connector (91842) | DeLOCK USB Cable (88149) | DeLOCK Easy 45 Module (81410) | DeLOCK D-Type Module (88067) | DeLOCK 66045 Cable Gender Changer (66045) | Practical significance |
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| Interface types | USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female to USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female | USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female to Type-A Female | USB Type-A Male to Female | USB Type-A Female to Female | USB Type-A Female to Female | USB 5 Gbps Type-A to 2.5 Gigabit LAN RJ45 | Connectors determine how cables, panels, or networking hardware interface with each other. |
| Design and mounting | Feed-through connector with M20 x 1.5 thread and protective cap | Feed-through connector with M20 x 1.5 thread for panel mounting | 60 cm cable assembly with M20 thread and protective cap | 45 x 45 mm module for integration | 90° angled module for tight spaces | 0.15 m adapter with LAN transition | Form factor affects mounting convenience inside enclosures, trunking, or equipment. |
| Dust and moisture protection | IP68 with protective cap | IP68 | IP68 with protective cap | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | IP68 rating guarantees ingress protection in harsh outdoor and industrial environments. |
◎ The table below evaluates the suitability of each product for different usage scenarios, installation requirements, and environmental conditions.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Waterproof connection of two USB Type-A cables through a panel in harsh environments | DELOCK Cable Connector USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female to USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female with M20 x 1.5 mm Thread and Cap IP68 Waterproof | Provides a secure feed-through coupling with IP68 protection and a protective cap when disconnected. |
| Panel mounting where an integrated pre-attached cable section is required | DeLOCK USB Cable USB Type-A male to female 5 Gbps 60 cm black IP68 | Features an attached 60 cm cable, eliminating the need to source a separate patch cable on one side. |
| Indoor structured cabling and integration into standard mounting frames | DeLOCK Easy 45 Module SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps USB Type-A female 45 x 45 mm | Designed specifically for modular frames with a compact 45 x 45 mm footprint for indoor setups. |
| Connection routing in tight spaces or restricted clearance areas | DeLOCK D-Type Module USB 5 Gbps Type-A female to female 90° angled | Utilizes a 90-degree angled design to fit into compact enclosures without bending cables sharply. |
| Adapting a USB connection to a wired network interface | DeLOCK 66045 Cable Gender Changer USB 5 Gbps Type-A 2.5 Gigabit LAN RJ45 Black | Combines USB and 2.5 Gigabit LAN connectivity for specialized networking requirements. |
The DELOCK Cable Connector USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female to USB 5 Gbps Type-A Female with M20 x 1.5 mm Thread and Cap IP68 Waterproof is best suited for industrial or outdoor panel-mount applications requiring a robust, dust-resistant, and waterproof pass-through connection between two standard USB cables. Compared to integrated cable versions or indoor modules, this connector offers maximum flexibility by allowing standard cables to be attached on both sides while maintaining an IP68 seal and protective cap coverage when not in use.
