Belkin recommends only using a certified USB-C cable (also known as a USB Type-C cable), otherwise you may be purchasing a counterfeit product that could damage or destroy your devices. It's important to understand why counterfeit cables can be hazardous and the easiest ways to identify them.
If you use an uncertified or counterfeit USB-C cable or accessory, you could experience these issues:
To identify counterfeit or uncertified cables and accessories, look carefully at the accessory's packaging and at the accessory itself. Look for certification icons and consistency of design.
LOGO MATRIX | ON PACKAGING | ON PRODUCT |
USB 3.1 up to 10 Gbps up to 100 W |
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USB 3.0 up to 5 Gbps up to 7.5 W |
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USB 2.0 up to 480 Mbps up to 2.5 W |
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Learn more about Belkin counterfeit products and how to avoid them.