Anker Nylon Cable USB-A to USB-C - 6ft - Black | A8173H11

Charge and sync your USB-C devices with the Anker Nylon USB-A to USB-C Cable | A8173H11, a durable 6ft / 1.8m braided charging and data cable designed for smartphones, tablets, power banks, car systems, wireless accessories, and other USB-C devices.

The cable supports charging at up to 5V/3A / 15W with compatible USB-A chargers and devices, while USB 2.0 data transfer reaches up to 480Mbps. Its premium nylon-braided exterior is designed for daily use and has been tested to withstand up to 5,000 bends.

Key Features

• USB-A to USB-C Connection – Connects a standard USB-A charger, computer, car USB port, or power bank to compatible USB-C devices.
• 6ft / 1.8m Length – Provides extra reach for charging beside a bed, desk, sofa, car, or workstation.
• Up to 15W Charging – Supports up to approximately 5V/3A with compatible equipment.
• Up to 480Mbps Data Transfer – Suitable for transferring photos, music, documents, and other files.
• Premium Nylon-Braided Construction – Built for improved resistance against everyday wear and repeated bending.
• Tested for Up to 5,000 Bends – Anker product information carried by current retailers specifies laboratory testing up to 5,000 bends.
• USB-IF Compliant – Current product listings identify this cable as USB-IF compliant for reliable USB charging and connectivity.
• Quick Charge Compatible – Can take advantage of compatible USB-A fast-charging systems where supported by both charger and device.
• Supports Charging & Data Sync
• CarPlay Compatible – Current product documentation states support for simultaneous connection and charging with compatible CarPlay systems.
• Wide USB-C Device Compatibility
• Black Finish
• No Battery or Software Required

Specifications

Up to 15W Fast Charging

The A8173H11 is a USB-A to USB-C cable, so its charging capabilities should not be confused with modern high-wattage USB-C-to-USB-C PD cables.

Reliable specifications for the A8173 family identify charging at up to 5V/3A, or 15W, depending on the connected USB-A charger and USB-C device.

This makes it well suited for everyday charging of compatible phones, accessories, power banks, controllers, and other USB-C products.

Important: This Is Not a 60W USB-C PD Cable

Some retailer titles currently advertise the A8173H11 as a 60W cable, but that conflicts with more specific A8173 product data identifying this USB-A-to-USB-C model as 15W / 5V 3A. The 60W rating is normally associated with USB-C-to-USB-C cable models rather than this USB-A-to-C cable.

For an accurate ecommerce page, I recommend listing:

Maximum Charging: Up to 15W / 3A

rather than 60W.

USB 2.0 Data Transfer up to 480Mbps

The cable supports USB 2.0 data transfer speeds of up to:

480Mbps.

This allows compatible devices to transfer items such as photos, music, documents, and other files while connected to a computer.

It is intended for normal charging and USB 2.0 synchronization rather than high-speed external SSD or USB 3.x applications.

Durable Nylon-Braided Exterior

The A8173H11 uses a premium nylon-braided cable exterior, providing greater protection against repeated daily handling compared with a basic unreinforced cable.

This makes it particularly practical for everyday use at home, in the office, or inside a backpack or travel bag.

Tested for Up to 5,000 Bends

Current A8173H11 product documentation states that the cable has been laboratory tested to withstand up to:

5,000 bends.

The reinforced construction helps improve resistance around the cable and connector areas where ordinary cables often experience repeated stress.

Convenient 6ft / 1.8m Length

At approximately:

6ft / 1.8m

the cable provides considerably more flexibility than a short 0.9m charging cable.

The longer length is especially useful when the charger or USB port is farther away from where the device is being used.

USB-A to USB-C Compatibility

The cable is designed for devices that have a USB-C charging/data port, while the charger or host side uses a traditional USB-A port.

It can therefore be used with many compatible USB-C smartphones, tablets, gaming accessories, headphones, speakers, controllers, power banks, and other electronics.

Actual charging speed depends on the connected device and USB-A charger.

Suitable for Android Smartphones

The A8173H11 can be used with USB-C Android devices that accept charging through USB-A-to-USB-C cables.

This can include compatible models from Samsung, Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, HONOR, OPPO, realme, OnePlus, Motorola, Nokia, and other manufacturers.

Fast-charging performance depends on the phone's charging protocol and the USB-A charger being used.

Suitable for Gaming Accessories

The cable can also be useful for USB-C gaming accessories such as compatible controllers, gaming headsets, mobile controllers, handheld accessories, and other USB-C rechargeable devices.

Because it is a standard charging and USB 2.0 data cable, it does not require an application or special software.

Suitable for Power Banks

Many power banks use USB-C for charging or device connectivity.

The 6ft length can be convenient when a power bank is placed inside a bag or on a desk while the connected device remains in use.

Charging direction and maximum power depend on the particular power bank.

CarPlay Support

Current product information for the A8173H11 states support for CarPlay, allowing compatible USB-C devices and vehicles to maintain connection while charging.

CarPlay compatibility ultimately depends on the phone, vehicle, infotainment system, and USB port.

USB-IF Compliant

Current product documentation identifies the cable as USB-IF compliant, which is intended to provide safe and reliable USB connectivity.

This is especially relevant when a cable is used regularly with phones and other valuable devices.

No USB Power Delivery

The A8173H11 should not be described as a USB Power Delivery / PD cable.

Because it uses USB-A on the charger side, it does not provide the same USB-C Power Delivery functionality as USB-C-to-USB-C cables. A current A8173 specification explicitly states that the cable is not compatible with PD.

Customers who need 60W, 100W, 140W, or 240W USB PD charging should choose an appropriate USB-C-to-USB-C PD cable instead.

No Video Output

This is a USB 2.0 charging and data-sync cable.

It is not designed to transmit DisplayPort Alt Mode, HDMI, or other USB-C video signals.

For connecting a USB-C laptop or phone to a monitor, a compatible video-capable USB-C cable or adapter is required.

Perfect For

USB-C smartphones, Android devices, USB-C tablets, power banks, gaming controllers, wireless headphones, Bluetooth speakers, USB-C accessories, car charging, CarPlay-compatible vehicles, desktop computers, laptops with USB-A, wall chargers, travel charging, office use, and everyday device synchronization.

Why Choose Anker A8173H11?

The A8173H11 is a practical option for users who still have USB-A chargers and computers but own newer USB-C devices. It combines a convenient 1.8m length, up to 15W / 3A charging, 480Mbps USB 2.0 data transfer, durable nylon braiding, and tested resistance to up to 5,000 bends.

For everyday phone charging, syncing, power-bank use, and CarPlay connections, it provides the durability and flexibility expected from an Anker cable.

Package Contents

1 × Anker Nylon USB-A to USB-C Cable – 6ft / 1.8m – Black | A8173H11

Current retail specifications identify this product as a single-cable pack.

Important

Charging Power: Use 15W / 5V 3A as the recommended maximum specification for this exact USB-A-to-USB-C model. Some current retailer titles incorrectly display 60W, but specific A8173 product data identifies it as a 15W cable.

USB Power Delivery: Not supported. Customers requiring USB-C PD should use a USB-C-to-USB-C cable.

Data Speed: Maximum published transfer speed is 480Mbps, equivalent to USB 2.0.

Length: 6ft / approximately 1.8m.

Durability: Published product information specifies laboratory testing to withstand up to 5,000 bends.