Dec 02, 2023 08:00:00

List of USB cables that show which products are certified by 'USB-IF'

USB-IF, an organization that formulates and manages specifications for the USB standard, carries out USB certification based on applications from manufacturers. I searched to see if the products sold on Amazon.co.jp were included in the list, which only lists products that have passed tests and been certified.

Product Search | USB-IF

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USB-IF certifies products that have passed tests for USB memory, USB cables, USB hubs, and other electronic devices such as smartphones and PCs equipped with USB ports. Test items include whether correct or appropriate communication is occurring and how much power is being supplied.

Only products that have passed the test program can use the certification logo shown below on the product itself or package. Products with this certification logo are certified by the original USB manufacturer.

The symbols below indicate USB compatibility and do not indicate that the device has passed testing.

A list of USB-IF certified products has been compiled and published by USB-IF member volunteers.

By default, the above list only displays products that have been certified within the past two years, as products that have been certified for more than two years may not meet the current version of the USB-IF compliance program. This time, I searched to see if the USB cables sold on Amazon.co.jp were on this list.

First, search for ' USB Type-A cable ' on Amazon.co.jp. We will pick up the top three male-to-male cables with USB Type-A on both ends.

The first one is a product called `

`UGREEN USB 3.0 Cable Type A to Type A Male to Male with Gold Plated Connectors, Highly Durable USB Cable, Male on Both Ends, Compatible with 1M Modem .'' The product page states that it is 'USB 3.0 (super speed) compatible' and 'data transfer speed is 5Gbp.'

Then access the list. Click Show Advanced Filters.

The model number of the above product is '10370', so enter it in the field labeled 'MODEL/PART NUMBER' and click 'Filter'.

It didn't come out because it said 'No Products Found.'

Now search by manufacturer name. Enter 'Ugreen' in the field labeled 'COMPANY', click on the candidate name that appears, and click 'Filter' again.

Only two products came out. Among Ugreen's products, only '

CD241 ' and '40113/30691' have been certified in the past two years and are included in this list.

You can also search without narrowing down the period by clicking 'Reset' at the top right of the page.

However, it seems that the above products are not listed. However, just because it is not listed does not mean it has not been certified, so it is best to use it as a reference only.

The second product is 'USB 3.0 Cable 0.3M Short SUNGUY USB Cable Type A Male - Type A Male Gold Plated Connector 5Gbps High Speed Data Transfer USB USB Cable Nylon Both Ends Suitable for DVD Players/Hard Disk Drives and Other Models - 30CM'.

It seems like the manufacturer doesn't write the model number, so search by manufacturer name. However, it was not listed in the first place because it said 'No options'.

The third one is ``

Sanwa Supply double-sided USB cable (AA type) 1m black KU-RAA1 ''.

When I searched for 'Sanwa Supply', two products that were certified in the past two years came up, but the above product was not listed.

Next, search for '

USB Type-C cable '. Pick up a cable with USB Type-C male on both ends.

The first one is '[Set of 2] NIMASO USB C/Type C to Type C Cable [2m+2m PD compatible 60W fast charging] iPhone15Pro, iPhone15ProMax, iPhone15, iPhone15Plus, iPad mini6 (2021), MacBook, iPad Pro/Air, NCA20C52 is compatible with Type-c devices such as Galaxy, Sony, and Pixel .

No hits with “NIMASO”.

Next is 'ELECOM USB Cable for Charging and Data Transfer TypeC & TypeC USB2.0 USB Power Delivery Compatible with iPhone15 Capable of transmitting up to 60W (20V/3A) Certified Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) Official Black 0.5m U2C-CC05NBK2' .