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Recommendation for cold weather powered USB 3.0 hub


Fivel

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Hello to all.

This may be an old topic, but here is my need.

I have a Sabrent powered 4 port USB hub, but it is undependable in cold weather.

It is mounted on my scope top rail, inside my observatory.

Can anyone please recommend a better one, that is more tolerant of sub 30 degrees F.?

I use it to connect my USB 3 cameras and a USB 2 focuser.

The hub is then connected to my scope side computer via a 16" cable.

It works well in warmer weather though.

 

Thanks in advance for any ideas.

 

Fivel

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At Lowell Observatory in northern Arizona, we have a number of Anker USB 3.0 hubs which have performed reliably in sub-zero C conditions. They look to be reasonably priced through our president's favorite mail order retailer.

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Thanks to both of you for your replies.

I looked ta the Startech line and will look at Anker as well.

The Startech only has a minor issue with the power connector (Phoenix type?).

DArk, clear skies to all.

Fivel

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