USB Adapter
USB-A to USB-C Adapters
USB-A to USB-C adapters bridge older USB-A ports with newer USB-C devices and cables.
USB-A to USB-C adapter characteristics
Compare connector, data, charging, and compatibility limits.
| Connector families | USB-A and USB-C |
|---|---|
| Primary purpose | Bridge a physical connector mismatch between legacy USB and USB-C equipment |
| Speed upgrade | No; maximum data performance is limited by the slower supported connection |
| Charging upgrade | No; an adapter does not add charging modes unsupported by the source, cable, or device |
| Display support | Not created simply by adapting USB-A to USB-C |
| Compatibility check | Verify adapter direction, data support, charging needs, and connector genders before use |
Sources: USB-IF USB Type-C Cable and Connector Specification, USB-IF Type-C Connector and Cable Assembly Compliance, USB-IF Cables and Connectors, and USB-IF USB 2.0 Specification.