The NI 784387-02 is a 2-meter USB 3.0 cable assembly featuring Type-A and Type-B connectors with thumbscrew locking mechanisms on both ends. Designed for high-speed, secure data transfer in laboratory and industrial environments, this cable supports SuperSpeed USB 3.0 operation at up to 5 Gb/s while maintaining full backward compatibility with USB 2.0 devices. The locking connectors prevent accidental disconnection in applications subject to vibration or mechanical stress, making it well-suited for data acquisition systems, instrument control interfaces, and machine vision installations that demand reliable connectivity.
Technical Specifications
• Part Number: 784387-02
• Cable Length: 2 meters (6.56 feet)
• Connector Configuration: USB 3.0 Type-A to USB 3.0 Type-B
• Data Transfer Rate: SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (up to 5 Gb/s)
• USB Standard Compliance: USB 3.0 with USB 2.0 backward compatibility
• Cable Diameter: Approximately 5.5 mm
• Color: Black
• Shielding: Unshielded
– Key Features
• Thumbscrew locking mechanisms on both Type-A and Type-B connectors for positive mechanical retention
• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 signaling with 5 Gb/s bandwidth
• Full backward compatibility with USB 2.0 infrastructure
• Compact 5.5 mm cable diameter for routing flexibility
• 2-meter length suitable for moderate distances between host and peripheral devices
– Typical Applications
• Data acquisition (DAQ) device connectivity
• Instrument control and command interfaces
• Industrial automation systems requiring secure cable retention
• Machine vision system connectivity
• High-speed peripheral communications
– Compatibility & Integration
This cable integrates with National Instruments hardware featuring USB 3.0 Type-B device ports, including the cDAQ-9179 chassis and compatible DAQ platforms. The Type-A host connector works with standard USB 3.0 ports on computers, controllers, and hubs.
