StarTech.com 4 Port USB Type C USB Hub, Bus Powered Powered, 232.7 mm 0.5 in 31.8mm

StarTech.com USB Hub, 4 USB Ports, USB Type C Specification - H5C4A-USB-HUB

This USB hub provides a simple method to expand a Type-C connection into multiple USB ports for devices used in technical environments. It operates from host power and connects via a USB Type-C Interface to add four downstream USB sockets, allowing users to attach peripherals and measurement tools while maintaining a compact, transportable footprint suited to site or bench work.

Features and Benefits:

• Four downstream USB ports for connecting multiple peripherals
  Bus‑powered operation avoids external power adaptors
  USB Type‑C connection for modern laptop compatibility
  CE and RoHS approvals for regulatory compliance
  Slim, low‑profile form factor for tight workspace integration
  Portable, lightweight construction for field portability

Applications

• Suitable for connecting sensors and data loggers to Type‑C laptops
  Ideal for interfacing test instruments with workplace notebooks
  Used with diagnostic equipment that requires multiple USB connections
  Can be used for sharing peripherals in automation lab workstations

How is power delivered to attached devices when used in the field?

Power is supplied from the host via the Type‑C link, so attached devices draw current from the connected computer or host source.

What connector type is used to attach the hub to a host machine?

The hub uses a USB Type‑C Interface to establish the host connection.

Are there any regulatory standards that inform its suitability for industrial environments?

The unit meets CE and RoHS standards, indicating conformity with applicable European safety and material restrictions.

How Compact is the unit for workshop or site transport?

The hub is manufactured with a slim profile and minimal width to facilitate storage in tool kits and laptop bags.