StarTech.com 7 Port USB 3.0 USB Hub, AC Adapter Powered, 172 mm 23 mm 70mm

StarTech.com USB Hub, 7 USB Ports, USB 3.0 Specification - ST7300USB3B

This USB hub provides a centralised connection point for multiple USB devices in industrial and laboratory environments. It expands a single USB port into several high-speed downstream ports while drawing external power to support peripherals that require additional current. The unit is compliant with common safety and environmental standards and connects via USB for straightforward integration with test benches, control stations and desktop systems.

Features and Benefits:

• Seven downstream ports enable simultaneous device connectivity
  USB 3.0 Interface delivers increased data throughput for transfers
  External AC adapter supplies additional current to peripherals
  RoHS, CE and FCC approvals ensure conformity with regulatory requirements
  Compact footprint supports constrained benchtop and rack spaces

Applications

• Suitable for connecting multiple instrumentation interfaces on a test bench
  Ideal for attaching data loggers and measurement modules in automation setups
  Used with programming tools for simultaneous firmware deployment
  Can be used for expanding workstation I/O in electrical test labs

How is the unit powered for high-current peripherals?

It uses an external AC adapter to provide the required supply separate from the host USB port, allowing the hub to support devices that draw more current than a host port can provide.

Which connector standard does it use for host connection?

The hub uses the USB 3.0 specification for the upstream link, enabling compatibility with hosts that support USB 3.0 signalling.

What approvals does it carry for deployment in regulated facilities?

The design meets RoHS, CE and FCC standards, covering environmental restrictions and electromagnetic compatibility expectations.

What are the physical dimensions for planning installation space?

The housing measures 172mm in depth, 70mm in width and 23mm in height, suitable for Compact placement on crowded benches.