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USB A to Mini USB Cable | 1.5 Metre Length | 5-Pin Mini-B Plug | USB 2.0 480Mbps | Blister Pack
Brings older cameras, sat-nav units and PS3 controllers back into use with today's laptops and chargers.
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Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M, stocked by Mascom International at KSh 240, pairs a full-size USB Type-A plug with a 5-pin Mini-B plug on a 1.5-metre lead. The USB A to Mini USB Cable is brand new, unbranded and sealed in a blister pack under stock code USBMM5P150. It handles both charging and USB 2.0 data at up to 480Mbps. Mini USB was the standard port on many gadgets made before Micro USB and USB-C took over, and spare leads are now hard to find. Pick one up at the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for photographers, drivers, gamers and anyone with a drawer of older electronics across Kenya, the USB A to Mini USB Cable revives gadgets whose original lead went missing years ago. Older digital cameras, GPS units, PS3 controllers, early external hard drives, MP3 players and many dash cams all use this trapezoid-shaped port. A camera full of family photos from a Mombasa holiday, or a dash cam a taxi driver relies on, becomes useless without the right cable. Plug the Mini-B end into the gadget and the Type-A end into a laptop, console or USB wall charger.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops have moved on to USB-C and Micro USB leads only, Mascom International still keeps the USB A to Mini USB Cable on hand. At Mascom International, we're seeing steady demand from people reviving older cameras and from PS3 owners who need a charging lead for a controller. We will also help you confirm the port before you pay, since a few cameras use a similar-looking proprietary socket. Walk in with your gadget, or order the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives at your door.
Common Questions About the USB A to Mini USB Cable
How much is the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M in Kenya?
The USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M costs KSh 240 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, unused and sealed in a blister pack. For that price you get the 1.5-metre cable and a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects. No wall charger comes with it, so it runs from a laptop, console or any USB charger you already own. Delivery is pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties, and you can settle by cash or M-Pesa at the door.
Which devices use the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M?
The USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M suits gadgets with a 5-pin Mini-B port, a format found on many devices made before Micro USB became common. Typical examples are older digital cameras, standalone GPS units, PS3 controllers, early external hard drives, MP3 players and many dash cams. The plug has a trapezoid face and is noticeably thicker than Micro USB. If the port on your gadget matches that shape and has five pins, this cable is the right one.
Will the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M charge a PS3 controller?
Yes, the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M charges a PS3 controller, which uses a Mini USB port on its top edge. Plug the Type-A end into the PS3 console and the controller charges while you play. The same cable pairs a wireless controller to the console the first time you connect it. A computer USB port charges the controller as well. Some USB wall chargers work with it and some do not, so the console is the dependable option.
Should I get the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M or a Micro USB cable?
Get the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M only if your gadget has a Mini-B port, because Mini USB and Micro USB plugs do not fit each other's sockets. Mini USB is the older, thicker plug with a trapezoid face. Micro USB is thinner and flatter, and it became the norm on later Android phones and accessories. USB-C is the reversible oval plug on today's phones and laptops. Check the port first, because buying the wrong cable means a second trip.
How do I tell if my device has a Mini USB port?
The USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M fits a small trapezoid-shaped socket with five pins, slightly thicker than a Micro USB port. The socket is wider on one side than the other, so the plug goes in only one way. Some older cameras use their own proprietary sockets that look similar but carry eight pins or an odd outline, and this cable will not fit those. If in doubt, send a clear photo of the port to our WhatsApp and our staff will confirm before you order.
Can the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M power a dash cam in a Kenyan car or matatu?
Yes, the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M powers a Mini USB dash cam from a car charger that has a USB-A port. Plug a 12-volt car adapter into the lighter socket, then run the cable up to the windscreen. Routed directly, 1.5 metres can reach a camera near the rear-view mirror in a saloon car, though a cable tucked along the trim may need more length. Drivers on long Nairobi to Nakuru runs keep a spare so the camera never stops recording.
Can I transfer photos from an old camera with the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M?
Yes, the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M carries photos and videos from an older camera to a laptop at up to the USB 2.0 limit of 480Mbps. Many older cameras run their USB port at a slower rate, so the camera usually sets the real pace rather than the cable. Most appear on Windows or macOS as a drive or photo device with no extra software. It is a simple way for a University of Nairobi student to pull old family shots for a project.
Who should buy the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M and who should skip it?
Buy the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M if you own a camera, GPS unit, PS3 controller, MP3 player, dash cam or external drive with a 5-pin Mini-B port. It is a low-cost way to bring a working gadget back into daily use. Skip it if your device has a Micro USB or USB-C port, since the plug will not fit; a matching Micro USB or USB-C cable is the right choice there. Skip it too for cameras with a proprietary multi-pin socket.
Technical Specifications
Core Function
- USB Type-A plug at one end and a 5-pin Mini-B plug at the other — connects older Mini USB gadgets to laptops, consoles and chargers.
- USB 2.0 data at up to 480Mbps — the cable itself is rarely the bottleneck for older cameras, MP3 players or GPS units.
- Carries 5-volt USB power — charges a PS3 controller, MP3 player or GPS unit from a console, a laptop or a USB charger.
- Charging and data travel over the same lead — one cable both tops up a gadget's battery and syncs its files with a computer.
- 1.5-metre length — reaches from a laptop on a desk to a camera beside it, or from a console to a controller in front of the TV.
- Straight-through passive design with no chip inside — no driver is needed for the cable; the gadget decides how it talks to the computer.
Compatibility
- Fits the Mini-B ports found on many older digital cameras and camcorders — handy for pulling photos off a camera you have not used in years.
- Charges and pairs PS3 controllers through the console's USB ports — the standard way to sync a wireless controller for the first time.
- Works with standalone GPS navigators, MP3 players and early portable hard drives — all common users of the 5-pin Mini-B socket.
- Powers many dash cams through a USB car adapter — check that your dash cam's power input is Mini USB rather than Micro USB first.
- Plugs into USB-A ports on laptops, desktops, consoles and wall chargers — including blue USB 3.0 ports, which run it at USB 2.0 speed.
- Does not fit Micro USB, USB-C or proprietary 8-pin camera sockets — those gadgets need their own matching cables, sold separately.
Build
- Generic, unbranded design — a plain working cable at KSh 240 with no brand name attached and no markup for a logo.
- Five-pin Mini-B connector with a trapezoid face — it fits only one way, so line it up rather than forcing it into the port.
- Standard USB Type-A plug on the host end — the same flat rectangle that fits laptops, game consoles, car adapters and wall chargers.
- Flexible jacket over the 1.5-metre run — coils neatly into a camera bag, a laptop sleeve or the glovebox of a car.
- Blister pack packaging — keeps the cable sealed, clean and untangled on the shelf until you open it at home.
- Cable colour can be confirmed on WhatsApp — ask before ordering if the colour matters for your camera kit or car interior.
Inclusions
- One USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M — supplied coiled inside a sealed blister pack, with no other parts or accessories.
- No wall charger or car adapter in the pack — use a USB charger, laptop or console you already have to power the cable.
- No software disc — the cable needs no installation, though some older gadgets may ask for their own companion software.
- No Micro USB or USB-C adapter — buy the matching cable separately if your device turns out to use one of those ports.
- 6-month Mascom International warranty — manufacturing defects are covered, with claims handled at the Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street.
- Port check before purchase — bring the gadget to the shop or send a clear photo of its socket on WhatsApp.
Package Contents
The blister pack holds one USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M, sealed and coiled, with no charger, adapter or software disc inside. The cable runs from power sources you already have, such as a laptop, a PS3 console or a USB wall charger with a Kenyan three-pin plug. If you need a car adapter for a dash cam or a USB charger for the wall, Mascom International sells those separately and can match them at the counter.
Warranty
The USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M ships with a 6-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our service desk in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD; bring the cable and your receipt.
Where to Buy the USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M in Kenya
The USB A to Mini USB Cable 1.5M is waiting at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your camera, controller or dash cam and plug it in at the counter before you pay, and ask on WhatsApp which colour is in stock.
Get in touch through any channel below:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Orders go out pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, and buyers in Mombasa, Eldoret, Nyeri, Kakamega and other major towns receive theirs within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. The cable is covered by the 6-month warranty above. You get honest port advice, accurate pricing and after-sales help from a shop you can walk into.
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