Icron 3251C-10 USB 3.2 Extender

Overview

The Icron Starling™ 3251C USB 3.2 Gen 1 extender is a cutting-edge solution designed for high-speed USB extension. Leveraging ExtremeUSB-C™ technology, it supports a range of USB devices up to 10 meters over custom CM or Plenum-rated cables. This award-winning extender is ideal for applications requiring short-distance USB connectivity, such as conferencing systems and video capture setups. It operates with USB BUS power or optional DC input and is compatible with major operating systems without the need for additional drivers.


Features

Innovative Design: World’s first USB 3.2 Gen 1 extender utilizing custom CM or Plenum fire-rated cable for secure and reliable connections.

High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 data rates up to 5Gbps with full bandwidth for 2.0 and 1.1 devices.

Short-Distance Extension: Extends USB device up to 10 meters (32.8 feet) using a single CM or Plenum-rated cable.

Award-Winning Performance: Recipient of the 2022 SVC Innovative Products Award and the 2021 BEST Award.

Plug and Play: No software drivers needed for seamless integration with Windows®, macOS™, Linux®, and ChromeOS™.



Specifications

Range

   Point-to-point: 10 meters (32.8 feet) using included custom cable

USB Speeds

   USB 3.2: Up to 5Gbps
   USB 2.0: Up to 480Mbps
   USB 1.1: Up to 12Mbps

USB Device Support

   USB Bandwidth: Up to 5Gbps
   Device Compatibility: All Devices Types and Classes (Control, Interrupt, Isochronous, and Bulk)
   Maximum Devices: Supports up to 30 devices including hubs

Local Extender (LEX)

   USB Connector: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Port
   Link Connector: 1x ARJ45 Link Port
   Maximum Supplied Power: 15W (5V 3A) USB or Self-Powered
   5V 3A DC Jack (Power Supply sold separately)
   Enclosure Material: Silver Anodized Aluminum
   Dimensions: 86 x 45 x 24mm (3.4” x 1.8” x 0.9”)
   Weight: 80 g (0.18 lbs.)
   Mounting: 4 surface mounting holes or optional mounting kit available

Remote Extender (REX)

   USB Connector: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Port
   Link Connector: 1x ARJ45 Link Port
   Available Current: Up to 900mA
   Enclosure Material: Silver Anodized Aluminum
   Dimensions:  86mm x 45mm x 24mm (3.4” x 1.8” x 0.9”)
   Weight: 90 g (0.20 lbs.)
   Mounting: 4 surface mounting holes or optional mounting kit available

Custom Link Cable

   10m (33 ft) CM or Plenum-Rated Active Copper Cable
   Safety Rating: Plenum or CM versions available
   Bend Radius (min): 35mm (1.4”)
   Conduit Diameter (min): 19mm (3/4” conduit)
   ARJ45 Connector Width: 13mm (0.5”)
   Cable Diameter: 7.6mm (0.3”)
   Cable Pulling Eye Tool Width: 18mm (0.7”)

Hub Tiers Used: 1

Environmental

   Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
   Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
   Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
   Storage Humidity: 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing

Compliance

FCC (Class A), CE, RoHS2/3 (CE), ICES-003 Issue 7, IEC 62368-1, NRTL, RCM, and UKCA