This cable is most commonly used with the latest laptops and PCs with Type C USB connections. Allowing you to connect printers and scanners with a USB 2.0 Type B connection. Suitable for power and data transfer devices. Premium Design! A full metal housing with braided cable Gold ends and contacts. The metal housing for premium design and braided cable that protects the cable sheath and improves longevity of the cable. The gold flashed ends and gold pins help with corrosion and ensure for the best possible transfer speeds. Shielded Cable Our cables are also shielded to eliminate interference from devices or near by power sources. USB Type C Male Plug Square (Type B Printer) USB 2.0 Plug 24 AWG Copper Cable Braided Shielded Gold Plated with Gold Contacts 4mm overall cable diameter USB v2.0 cables will still work with USB v1.1 computers (they are backwardly compatible) and peripherals.