StarTech.com 4 Port USB 3.0 USB C Hub, Bus Powered Powered, 420 mm 16 mm 54mm

StarTech.com USB C Hub, 54mm Width, 16mm Height - 5G4AB-USB-C-HUB

This USB-C hub provides expanded USB connectivity for devices with a USB‑C interface, enabling multiple peripherals to be connected through a single host port. It operates as a bus-powered accessory compliant with recognised safety and environmental standards, suitable for use alongside industrial and laboratory equipment where compact, portable connections are required.

Features and Benefits:

• Four USB ports delivering USB 3.0 data-transfer speeds for Rapid file movement
  Bus-powered operation eliminating the need for an external power supply
  CE and RoHS certified construction supporting regulated deployment
  Slim profile offering a minimal 16mm thickness for space-constrained setups
  Narrow footprint measuring 54mm width for Compact workstation layouts

Applications

• Suitable for connecting multiple measurement instruments to a single host
  Ideal for linking USB devices on automation test benches
  Used with laptops for field service and on-site diagnostics
  Can be used for expanding ports on Electronic Assembly workstations

How is power supplied during normal operation?

It draws power directly from the host USB connection, so no separate adapter is required.

What kind of data Interface does it use for connected devices?

The hub implements USB 3.0 signalling to support high-speed data exchanges between host and peripherals.

Is it appropriate for portable use with laptops on site?

Its lightweight, Compact form and bus-powered design make it suitable for portable laptop use in field applications.

Which approvals indicate suitability for regulated environments?

It carries CE and RoHS approvals that indicate conformity with relevant European safety and material-restriction criteria.