StarTech.com Industrial USB 3.0 Hub 4-Port 5Gbps TAA 5G4AINDNP-USB-A-HUB
The StarTech.com 5G4AINDNP-USB-A-HUB Industrial USB 3.0 Hub provides four 5Gbps USB Type-A ports, engineered for reliable operation in demanding industrial and commercial environments.
- Industrial Durability: Heavy-duty metal housing ensures sustained performance and protection against physical damage in challenging operational settings.
- High-Speed Connectivity: Four USB 3.0 (5Gbps) Type-A ports enable rapid data transfer, minimizing wait times for connected peripherals and devices.
- Secure Power Input: Features a terminal block port for robust and secure power connections, preventing accidental disconnections in active workspaces.
- Extended Operational Range: Designed to function reliably across a wide temperature range (0-60°C), supporting deployments in non-climate-controlled areas.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com 5G4AINDNP-USB-A-HUB is a purpose-built industrial USB 3.0 hub, offering four 5Gbps USB Type-A ports for expanding connectivity in challenging operational settings. Its robust steel housing and wide operating temperature range of 0 to 60°C ensure consistent performance.
This hub is engineered for environments where standard consumer-grade equipment would fail, providing a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 243,753 hours. It includes a terminal block port for secure power input, critical for maintaining uptime in dynamic industrial or commercial applications.
- Core Functionality: Expands a single USB port into four USB 3.0 (5Gbps) Type-A connections, enabling simultaneous use of multiple essential peripherals without performance degradation.
- Environmental Resilience: Operates reliably in temperatures from 0 to 60°C and humidity from 5 to 95%, ensuring consistent performance in non-climate-controlled or harsh industrial settings.
- Durable Construction: Features a heavy-duty steel housing, providing superior protection against impacts and vibrations, which extends the product's lifespan and reduces replacement costs.
- Secure Power Delivery: Equipped with a terminal block port for a stable and lockable power connection, preventing accidental power loss to critical connected devices.
- Operational Value: With an MTBF of 243,753 hours, this hub offers exceptional long-term reliability, minimizing service interruptions and supporting continuous business operations.
This industrial USB hub is an essential component for businesses seeking to maintain high-performance connectivity and operational continuity in demanding environments.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
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Common Uses
Expanding Industrial Workstation Connectivity
In manufacturing or logistics facilities, industrial PCs often have limited USB ports for essential peripherals like barcode scanners, specialized keyboards, or data loggers. This hub provides four additional 5Gbps USB 3.0 ports, enabling all necessary devices to connect simultaneously. This ensures that operational staff can maintain full functionality of their workstations, preventing delays caused by insufficient peripheral access and improving workflow efficiency.
Manufacturing plants, logistics warehouses, industrial control rooms, field service operations
Robust Data Acquisition in Labs
Research and development labs or quality control stations require reliable connections for sensitive test and measurement equipment that often uses USB interfaces. Standard hubs can be prone to failure in these environments due to temperature fluctuations or physical handling. The industrial-grade design and wide operating temperature range of this hub ensure stable data transfer from instruments, safeguarding the integrity of critical experimental data.
Scientific research facilities, product testing labs, quality assurance departments, medical diagnostic centers
Secure POS Peripheral Integration
Retail and hospitality environments need dependable connectivity for point-of-sale systems, linking devices such as receipt printers, payment terminals, and customer displays. Loose connections or unreliable hubs can disrupt transactions and customer service. With its heavy-duty metal housing and secure terminal block power, this hub provides a stable and durable solution for integrating multiple POS peripherals, ensuring uninterrupted transaction processing and enhanced customer experience.
Retail stores, restaurant chains, hotel front desks, event ticketing operations
Key Features
Four USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A Ports
Enables high-speed data transfer for multiple peripherals simultaneously, reducing bottlenecks and improving operational efficiency.
Heavy-Duty Steel Housing
Provides superior physical protection against impacts and vibrations, ensuring long-term reliability in harsh industrial environments.
Terminal Block Power Input
Offers a secure and lockable power connection, preventing accidental disconnections and maintaining continuous operation of critical devices.
0-60°C Operating Temperature Range
Guarantees reliable performance in non-climate-controlled areas, extending deployment flexibility to diverse industrial and commercial settings.
243,753 Hours MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
Delivers exceptional long-term reliability and minimizes the risk of unexpected downtime, supporting continuous business operations.
Compatible With
Industrial PCs & Embedded Systems
Panel PCs, fanless industrial computers, embedded controllers, single-board computers
Manufacturing & Automation Equipment
Barcode scanners, data acquisition units, HMI panels, machine vision cameras
Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
Receipt printers, card readers, cash drawers, customer displays in retail environments
Test & Measurement Devices
Oscilloscopes, multimeters, data loggers, lab equipment requiring USB connectivity
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of power input does this industrial USB hub use?
This hub features a DC-in jack and a terminal block port, allowing for flexible and secure power connections suitable for industrial environments. The terminal block ensures a stable power supply, preventing accidental disconnections.
Can this hub be used in environments with significant temperature variations?
Yes, the StarTech.com 5G4AINDNP-USB-A-HUB is engineered to operate reliably across a wide temperature range, from 0 to 60 °C, making it suitable for non-climate-controlled industrial or commercial settings.
Is this industrial USB hub compatible with older USB devices?
Yes, while featuring USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports, this hub is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices, ensuring broad compatibility with existing peripherals.
What is the housing material of the StarTech.com Industrial USB 3.0 Hub?
The hub is constructed with a heavy-duty steel housing, providing enhanced durability and protection against physical wear and tear in demanding operational environments.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.