The Budi 252TT USB-C to USB-C cable carries 65W Power Delivery charging through a 1-metre braided nylon cord finished in white, and it costs KSh 700 at Mascom International. Stock sits ready at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, brand new and sealed in Budi retail packaging. The Budi 252TT fits aluminium alloy housings over both connector heads and moves files at USB 2.0 speeds reaching 480Mbps. One Budi 252TT covers a USB-C laptop, an Android phone, an iPhone 15 or newer, a tablet, and a set of earbuds. Walk in Monday to Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to handle it first.
Anyone carrying two or more USB-C devices runs into the same problem. The cable that shipped in the phone box frays at the connector neck after six months of being coiled into a bag, yanked from a socket, and squeezed against a matatu seat. Cheap replacements sold at roadside stalls often top out near 18W, so a laptop refuses to charge from them at all. The Budi 252TT answers both faults at once. Students at Kenyatta University, field officers driving to Nakuru and Kisumu, and sales staff moving between Westlands and Upper Hill get one cord that powers everything they own.
Users consistently report that braided cables outlast moulded PVC ones by a wide margin under Kenyan daily handling. At Mascom International, we're witnessing customers replace three separate cords with a single Budi 252TT, then buy a second for the car or office desk. Unlike unbranded cables sold without model numbers or warranty, this one carries a printed Budi model reference and a 6-month Mascom International warranty. Test the fit on your own laptop at our Kimathi Street counter, or order for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the Budi 252TT
Will the Budi 252TT push a full 65 watts into an ultrabook?
Yes, provided your charger and laptop both support 65W USB Power Delivery. The cable is rated to carry that load, which is enough for a MacBook Air, most Dell XPS and HP Pavilion USB-C models, and Lenovo ThinkPad ultrabooks. Feed it from a 65W GaN adapter and a 13-inch ultrabook typically reaches full charge in roughly 90 minutes. Plug the same cable into a 20W phone charger and it will only pass 20W, because the adapter sets the ceiling.
My home mixes Apple and Android devices, so will one cable cover both?
It works with any device that has a USB-C port. That covers iPhone 15, 16, and 17 models, every Samsung Galaxy since the S8, all current Tecno, Infinix, Redmi, and Oppo handsets, plus iPads, Nintendo Switch, and USB-C earbuds. It will not fit an iPhone 14 or older, which uses Lightning, or older budget phones with micro-USB ports. Bring your device to the Kimathi Street shop and we will confirm the port before you pay.
Where does a 1-metre length actually make sense?
One metre suits a desk, a bedside table, a car console, and a bag. You can sit comfortably while your phone charges from a wall socket at normal outlet height. It is short enough to coil without tangling and long enough to reach across a matatu seat or an office desk. If you charge from a floor-level socket or a sofa across the room, a 2-metre or 3-metre cable serves better, and Mascom International stocks both lengths.
Can I back up my phone to a laptop while it charges?
Yes. The Budi 252TT carries data and power at once, so a backup runs while the battery fills. Transfers follow the USB 2.0 standard, up to 480Mbps in theory and close to 40MB per second in practice. A 2GB video file copies in roughly one minute, which covers phone backups, photo offloads, and document syncing. External SSD work needs a USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt cable instead.
What usually fails first on a charging cable?
The failure point on almost every cable is the neck where wire meets connector. Braided nylon spreads bending stress across a wider area instead of concentrating it at one crease. Add the aluminium housing on the Budi 252TT and the joint resists the repeated tug of pulling a phone off a charger. Dust, sweat, and humidity along the coast also degrade soft PVC jackets faster than woven nylon. The braid simply lasts longer under real handling.
What adapter should I pair with the Budi 252TT?
A 65W USB-C Power Delivery adapter unlocks the full rating. No wall plug sits in the pack, so the charger is a separate purchase unless you already own one. Mascom International stocks GaN adapters rated 30W, 45W, 65W, and 100W. If your laptop charger already uses a detachable USB-C port, the Budi 252TT pairs with it directly. Many customers take the cable and a 65W adapter together at the counter.
Is fast charging through this cable safe for my battery?
Power Delivery is a negotiated standard. Your phone or laptop tells the charger exactly how much current it wants, and the cable simply carries what both ends agree on. Nothing is forced into the battery. The Budi 252TT includes internal shielding and Budi specifies overcurrent and overheating protection in the conductor design. The genuine risk comes from uncertified cables with thin copper that overheat under load, which is exactly what buying a branded cable avoids.
Is a branded cable worth paying extra for?
Conductor thickness is the difference you cannot see. Thin-gauge copper wastes energy as heat, charges slowly, and can melt a connector under laptop-level current. Unbranded cables also carry no model number, no warranty, and no way to claim if they fail in a week. The Budi 252TT costs more once and then keeps working. Customers who have replaced four cheap cables in a year end up spending more than the price of this one.
Can I test the Budi 252TT before paying?
Yes. Mascom International keeps stock at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and you may plug it into your own device at the counter. Call or WhatsApp +254 708 852 521 to confirm availability first. Order for delivery instead and you still inspect the cable, paying only once it reaches you.
Technical Specifications
Charging Output and Power Delivery
- Rated output ceiling of 65W over USB Power Delivery, enough for ultrabooks, tablets, phones, and portable monitors
- Supports the standard PD voltage steps of 5V, 9V, 12V, 15V, and 20V for broad charger compatibility
- Negotiates power automatically with both ends, so a 20W phone charger passes 20W and a 65W adapter passes 65W
- Handles laptop-level current without the connector heat that thin-conductor cables produce under sustained load
- Works in either direction, letting a laptop charge a phone or a power bank feed a tablet
Data Transfer and Sync Performance
- USB 2.0 data specification with a theoretical ceiling of 480Mbps, roughly 40MB per second in real transfers
- Moves a 2GB video file in about one minute, covering phone backups and photo offloads comfortably
- Syncs charging and data at the same time, so a backup continues while the battery fills
- Supports Android File Transfer, Windows MTP, and macOS Finder device access without extra drivers
- Not intended for external SSD or 4K display work, which need USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt cables instead
Connector Design and Build Materials
- Aluminium alloy shells cover both USB-C heads, spreading pull force away from the delicate solder joints
- Woven nylon braid jacket resists fraying, tangling, and the crease damage that kills moulded PVC cables
- Reversible USB-C plugs insert either way up, removing the fumble of finding the right orientation in the dark
- Strain relief moulded at each neck absorbs the repeated bending that happens when a charging phone is lifted
- Tinned copper conductors carry current with lower resistance than the aluminium-core wire used in cheap cables
- White finish with a matching braid, chosen to sit unobtrusively against light-coloured desks and wall sockets
Device Compatibility Across Brands
- Charges USB-C laptops from Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, and Acer that accept Power Delivery input
- Fits every USB-C phone including iPhone 15 onward, Samsung Galaxy, Tecno, Infinix, Redmi, Oppo, and Vivo
- Powers tablets such as iPad Air, iPad Pro, Samsung Galaxy Tab, and Redmi Pad without an adapter
- Connects USB-C earbuds, smartwatch docks, portable speakers, Nintendo Switch, and camera bodies for charging duty
- Does not fit Lightning devices like iPhone 14 or micro-USB phones, which need a different cable entirely
- Pairs with USB-C power banks for on-the-go top-ups during Nairobi commutes or upcountry travel days
Length Handling and Portability
- One-metre span reaches from a wall socket to a desk, bedside table, or car console comfortably
- Coils into a jacket pocket, laptop sleeve, or handbag without the bulk that longer cables carry
- Short runs lose less voltage than long ones, so charging stays steady at the far end
- Light enough to leave permanently in a bag as a spare without noticing the extra weight
- Longer 2-metre and 3-metre Budi cables are stocked at Mascom International for sofa and floor-socket use
Safety Protection and Daily Reliability
- Internal shielding limits electrical interference that can interrupt data transfers mid-copy
- Budi specifies overcurrent and overheating protection in the conductor design to guard connected devices
- Braided jacket resists the coastal humidity and road dust that degrade soft plastic sleeves quickly
- Connector housings stay cool during sustained laptop charging, a common failure warning on unbranded cables
- Carries a printed Budi model reference, which lets Mascom International verify and honour any warranty claim
Package Contents
- Budi 252TT USB-C to USB-C cable in white, one metre, nylon braided with aluminium alloy connector shells
- Budi retail packaging carrying the model reference DC252TT10W for verification
- Mascom International warranty record linked to your purchase receipt
Note: no wall charger is included with this cable. Reaching the full 65W requires a 65W USB-C Power Delivery adapter, which Mascom International stocks separately alongside 30W, 45W, and 100W options.
Warranty
The Budi 252TT carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. Coverage applies to conductor failure, connector separation, and charging faults arising under normal use. Physical cuts, burns, and liquid damage fall outside the terms. Bring the cable and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk and our team handles the claim directly.
Where to Buy the Budi 252TT in Kenya
The Budi 252TT is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to plug the cable into your own laptop or phone before you pay. This listing covers the white finish.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Budi 252TT across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the cable reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. All other major cities and towns, including Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Kakamega, Kisii, and Mombasa, receive next-business-day delivery. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every cable is backed by the 6-month warranty stated above, with claims coordinated at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate specifications, current pricing, and after-sales backing on every charging accessory we stock.
