Elecom has released the "U3HC-T070SBK," a USB hub equipped with seven USB-A ports, in late June[1]. It clears up a crowded desk with a single unit, and its USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) support keeps data transfers quick[1]. A bundled adapter converts a USB-A plug to a USB Type-C plug, so it can also connect to laptops that only have Type-C ports[1]. The hub supports both bus power and self power, and uses an aluminum housing designed for good heat dissipation[1].
Seven USB-A Ports, Compatible with Type-C Devices Too
The standout feature of the U3HC-T070SBK is its seven USB-A ports[1]. Beyond a mouse, keyboard, and USB flash drives, it can also connect a microphone, a USB fan, an external HDD, and more all at once, making it useful for online meetings, video editing, photo organizing, and building out a gaming setup[1]. For anyone struggling to plug and unplug peripherals on a laptop that has only a couple of USB ports, it is a straightforward option as an expansion hub.
Elecom also paid attention to the connection end: the hub comes with an adapter that converts a USB-A plug into a USB Type-C plug[1]. As more recent laptops ship with Type-C ports only, this adapter lets you connect on the Type-C side and keep using your existing USB-A devices[1].
USB 5Gbps Support for Smooth Large File Transfers
For transfer speeds, the hub supports USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1), and Elecom says it can move large files such as documents and photos at roughly 10 times the speed of Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)[1]. To reach that speed, however, the connected device must also support USB 5Gbps[1].
The hub is also designed with the compatibility issues that tend to arise between connected devices in mind, stabilizing the quality of the data communicated between the PC and the hub based on measurements from send-and-receive signal certification testing[1]. When you connect many peripherals at once, that stability shapes how usable the hub feels.
Bus / Self Power Support and an Aluminum Housing
The hub is a shared type that supports both bus power and self power[1]. When you want to use it casually, you can run it on power from the PC (bus power); when you want to run many devices reliably, you can switch to self power by connecting an AC adapter[1].
The housing uses aluminum, which offers good heat dissipation and noise resistance, for a premium look[1]. The USB cable is a fixed type that will not get lost, with a length of about 0.5m that is easy to handle[1]. Note that this product is a device for adding USB ports, and using it to charge a smartphone or tablet is not recommended[1].
Price, Release, and Points to Note
The price is 6,480 yen at the typical store price (5,891 yen excluding tax)[2]. The model number is U3HC-T070SBK, and it was released in late June[1]. It is sold through Elecom's direct shops, including its Rakuten Ichiba store, its Yahoo! Shopping store, and its main store[1].
If you are considering it for corporate deployment, verification in your actual usage environment before purchase is recommended[1]. The product is also a "THINK ECOLOGY" certified item that meets Elecom's in-house environmental certification standards, using packaging designed to improve shipping efficiency and reducing plastic in its packaging[1].
Summary
The U3HC-T070SBK is a USB hub with seven USB-A ports and a bundled Type-C conversion adapter. It supports USB 5Gbps for large file transfers, works on both bus power and self power, and uses an aluminum housing designed for heat dissipation. The typical store price is 6,480 yen. For anyone who wants to tidy up a desk cluttered with peripherals and short on ports using a single unit, it looks like an affordable expansion hub.
Source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001453.000026881.html
