Blustream Launches EUX3C-KIT: 100m USB 3.2 Gen1 Extender Using HDBaseT
News / 03.03.26
Blustream has unveiled its latest USB extension solution, the UEX3C-KIT, designed to simplify high-speed USB connectivity over long distances. Leveraging HDBaseT technology, the UEX3C-KIT allows USB 3.2 Gen1 signals to be extended up to 100 meters (330 feet) via a single CAT6A cable, making it ideal for professional AV, conferencing and IT applications.
The kit supports the connection of up to two USB devices to a single USB host, with a maximum data transfer rate of 5Gbps. Backwards compatibility ensures seamless operation with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. The UEX3C-KIT also features bi-directional Power over Cable (PoC), allowing the power supply to be located at either the transmitter or receiver end, streamlining installation flexibility.
Key Features Include
- USB 3.2 Gen1 extension up to 100m (330ft)
- Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 & 1.1
- Up to 5Gbps data transfer rate
- USB-C host and device charging options
- 1x USB-A and 1x USB-C port on the transmitter
- Provides up to 2.5A combined power to connected USB devices
- Configurable device power management via API commands
- Plug-and-play setup, no drivers required
Technical Highlights
- Receiver (UEX3C-H): 1x USB-C host port, 1x USB-C charging port, HDBaseT RJ45, micro USB upgrade port, 130 x 61 x 22mm
- Transmitter (UEX3C-D): 1x USB0C, 1x USB-A, 1x USB-C charging port, HDBaseT RJ45, micro USB upgrade port, 130 x 61 x 22mm
- Kit: Supports 2 USB hops, box dimensions 215 x 150 x 63mm, shipping weight 1kg
Blustream emphasises that signal length and bandwidth may vary depending on USB and CAT cable types, recommending CAT6A F/UTP for optimal performance. The kit is strictly for USB 3.2 data transfer and does not support DP Alt Mode video pass-through.
The UEX3C-KIT offers a practical and reliable solution for extending USB connectivity in conference rooms, AV installations, and other professional environments where distance and performance are critical.