Mechanical keyboards have found their way onto more and more desks in recent years. What used to be a staple for gamers and PC master racers is now becoming a setup mainstay farther and wider.
Beyond the unmatched durability and satisfying tactile response these keyboards provide, the great thing about them is that they’re incredibly customizable for any desk setup and any desk aesthetic, and that doesn’t stop at the accessories.
We know about the different types of switches you can get, or adding your very own set of custom keycaps – but what about the cables that connect these boards to your machine?
Enter the coiled USB-C cable. Made popular for primarily aesthetic purposes, this cable has become synonymous with mechanical keyboard setups. What looks like a nostalgic phone cable actually packs a mean punch under the hood, with USB Type-C ←→ USB Type-A to connect and power your keyboard.
Thanks to the dozens of Etsy creators and tech brands, there’s an ultra wide array of these cables available, and we’ve gathered the best to pick from for your setup!
With options ranging from colorful, to monochrome, to even vibrant cyberpunk-inspired multicolored threading – dive in and check out these coiled USB-C cables to customize your setup!
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Colorful Custom Coiled USB-C Cables (Solid Color)
Whether you’re into vibrant pops of color, or more understated neutral tones, there’s a cable for you! Check out these colorful cables ready for any setup. Pro tip: create some fun combos by mixing and matching segments from two different colorways!
Blue Coiled USB-C Cables
Get the cables:
- Two-Toned Royal Blue Coiled USB-C Cable
- Pastel Blue Coiled USB-C Cable
- Tiffany Blue Coiled USB-C Cable
- Icy Blue Coiled USB-C Cable
- Navy Blue Coiled USB-C Cable
- Animal Crossing-Themed (Blue & Teal) Coiled USB-C Cable
Images by GeekCable & StayWiredCables on Etsy
Pink Coiled USB-C Cables
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- “Pink Ice Cream” Coiled USB-C Cable
- Pastel Pink Coiled USB-C Cable
- Sherbert Pink Coiled USB-C Cable
- Watermelon Pink Coiled USB-C Cable (Rubber)
Images by GeekCable on Etsy
Green Coiled USB-C Cables
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- Forest Green Coiled USB-C Cable
- Mint Chocolate Chip Coiled USB-C Cable
- Matcha Green Coiled USB-C Cable
- Pastel Green Mint Coiled USB-C Cable
- Lime Neon Green Coiled USB-C Cable
Images by GeekCable & PersonalLoot on Etsy
Yellow Coiled USB-C Cables
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- Canary Yellow Coiled USB-C Cable
- Canary Yellow Coiled USB-C Cable (Rubber)
- Fluorescent Yellow Coiled USB-C Cable
- Double-Sleeved Yellow & Orange Coiled USB-C Cable
- Lemon Yellow Coiled USB-C Cable
Images by GeekCable on Etsy
Purple Coiled USB-C Cables
Get the cables:
- Lavender Two-Toned Purple Coiled USB-C Cable
- Pastel Purple Coiled USB-C Cable
- Violet Coiled USB-C Cable
Images by GeekCable & KingCables on Etsy
Orange Coiled USB-C Cables
Get the cables:
- Orange Coiled USB-C Cable
- Orange Coiled USB-C Cable (Rubber)
- Pastel Orange Coiled USB-C Cable
- Rust Orange Coiled USB-C Cable
Images by GeekCable on Etsy
Red Coiled USB-C Cables
Get the cables:
- Crimson Red Coiled USB-C Cable (Rubber)
- Crimson Red Coiled USB-C Cable
- Maroon Coiled USB-C Cable
- Coral Coiled USB-C Cable
- Rust Red Coiled USB-C Cable
Images by GeekCable on Etsy
Cream, Beige & Brown Coiled USB-C Cables
Get the cables:
- Light Cream Coiled USB-C Cable
- Light Brown Coiled USB-C Cable
- Chocolate Brown Coiled USB-C Cable
- Rusty Brown Coiled USB-C Cable
Images by StayWiredCables & KingCables on Etsy
Monochrome Coiled USB-C Cables
Black, white, or gray cables are perfect for any monochrome or minimalist desk setup.
Black Coiled USB-C Cables
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Images by StayWiredCables & GeekCable on Etsy
White Coiled USB-C Cables
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Images by DarkCables & CustomCableCo on Etsy
Gray Coiled USB-C Cables
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Images by GeekCable & DarkCables on Etsy
Fully Custom Coiled USB-C Cables – Paracord & Techflex
Looking for something completely custom to call your own? Thanks to a couple crafty Etsy creators, you can fully customize all elements of your keyboard cable – from dozens of color options for the paracord or techflex, to picking your cable orientation, connection type, and even the LEMO connector color!
Get a customized cable:
Image by PersonalLoot on Etsy
Specialty Designed USB-C Cables
If you’re looking to make a statement with your cable, or simply want to match the rest of your aesthetic theme – check out these specialty coiled cables.
Rainbow Pastel Coiled USB-C Cable
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- Rainbow Gradient Coiled USB-C Cable
- Pastel Rainbow Coiled USB-C Cable
- Pastel Green, Blue, Pink Purple “Milkshake” Coiled USB-C Cable
- “Pastel Jelly Rainbow” Coiled USB-C Cable
Image by @yeorenxo and StayWiredCables on Etsy
Cyberpunk Themed Coiled USB-C Cable
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Image by CandyCables on Etsy
Vaporwave Themed Gradient Coiled USB-C Cable
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Images by ceolbriste & Kaktis Jak on Etsy
Outrun Themed Coiled USB-C Cable
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Image by PersonalLoot on Etsy
Aviator Connectors for Your Coiled USB-Cable
Already have a cable you’re happy with and just want to switch up your connector? Whether you want to match your cable’s color, or introduce a new splash of color to your setup, check out these custom connectors!
Image by StrikerCables on Etsy
What theme are you rocking with for your mechanical keyboard setup? Are you new to custom coiled USB-C cables, or working on building out your collection? Let us know in the comments below!
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