StarTech HB31C3A1CPD3 — USB‑C to USB‑A Hub with 100W Power Delivery (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5Gbps)

Power-hungry workstation laptops need a hub that can keep up — the HB31C3A1CPD3 delivers 100W Power Delivery passthrough alongside three USB-A ports, making it the right choice for 15-inch and 16-inch laptops that need full wattage to charge under load.

The StarTech HB31C3A1CPD3 is a USB-C multiport expansion hub that adds three USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports while providing up to 100W USB-C Power Delivery passthrough to charge your laptop. Designed for modern USB-C notebooks that lack USB-A ports, this hub delivers high-speed peripheral expansion without sacrificing charging capability.

Perfect for hybrid workers, creators, students, and MSP field kits, the HB31C3A1CPD3 combines essential USB expansion with full-power laptop charging in a compact, durable form factor.

Key Features

• USB-C to multiport hub with USB-A expansion

• 100W USB-C Power Delivery passthrough (charges laptop while hub is in use)

• 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports for peripherals and storage

• Compact, lightweight design ideal for travel and mobile work

• Backward-compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices

• Plug-and-play — no drivers required

• Works with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS

• Durable StarTech build quality

Technical Specifications

• Host Interface: USB-C

• USB Ports: 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)

• Power Delivery: Up to 100W passthrough

• Power Source: USB-C PD charger (not included)

• Compatibility: Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS

• Backward Compatibility: USB 2.0 / USB 1.1

• Cable: Integrated USB-C cable

• Enclosure: Compact plastic housing

• Warranty: StarTech 2-Year Warranty

Ideal Use Cases

• Expanding USB-C laptops with USB-A ports

• Hybrid workstations (home + office)

• Travel and mobile work setups

• MSP field kits and diagnostics

• Students and educators

• Creators needing USB-A peripherals + full laptop charging

What's Included

• HB31C3A1CPD3 USB-C Multiport Hub

• Quick-start documentation

(USB-C charger not included — uses your existing PD charger.)

Compliance & Warranty

• USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB-IF

• 2-Year StarTech Warranty