USB Type-B
USB 2.0
Locked into printers, scanners, and some pro audio gear already in the field. New products rarely start here.
Data speed480 Mbps
Max power2.5 W
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USB Type-BUSB 2.0
Locked into printers, scanners, and some pro audio gear already in the field. New products rarely start here.
Specification
- Form factor
- USB Type-B
- Specification
- USB 2.0
- Max data
- 480 Mbps
- Max power
- 2.5 W
- Pins
- 4
- Reversible
- No
- Introduced
- 1996
- Cable cost
- (~$12)
Classic USB-B printer/scanner cable. (as of 2026) Source: Manual US retail band for a ~1 m cable that supports this data tier (2026). Not host port BOM cost; not no-name bulk bin fantasy.
Status
Kept so older equipment still works. Rarely the starting point for new products.
Capabilities
- Data - This tier is rated for more than charge-only use.
Notes
Classic large device-side plug. Larger footprint than Mini, Micro, or USB-C.