StarTech.com USBLT1MB 1m (3 ft) Black Lightning to USB-A Cable, Apple MFi Certified

The StarTech.com USBLT1MB is a standard-length 1 m (3.3 ft) Lightning to USB-A cable for charging and syncing Lightning-equipped Apple mobile devices through any available USB-A port on a PC, Mac or USB charger. The black PVC jacket is colored to suit black Apple devices, and the standard length makes it a direct replacement for a damaged or misplaced Lightning cable. The cable is Apple MFi certified. The reversible 8-pin Lightning connector plugs into the device with either side facing up, so there is no wrong way to insert it. On the host end, a USB-A male connector is rated at 480 Mbps and 2.5 W, giving USB 2.0 speed for backups, photo transfers and file sync alongside everyday charging. Construction follows StarTech.com's usual approach for IT-grade cabling: 24/28 AWG conductors, aluminum-Mylar foil with braided shielding, nickel-plated connectors and a straight connector style. The cable weighs 24 g (0.8 oz), so it adds almost nothing to a laptop bag or a spares drawer. Compatible models named for this cable include iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c and iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad 4, iPad mini and iPod 5th generation. For IT teams standardizing on a single, MFi certified Lightning cable across a fleet of Apple devices, the USBLT1MB is a straightforward choice, and it carries a 2-year StarTech.com warranty. A datasheet is available from the manufacturer.