--- product_id: 40301072 title: "Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter" brand: "apple" price: "€ 88.63" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Apple" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/40301072-apple-thunderbolt-3-usb-c-to-thunderbolt-2-adapter store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 3 speed Universal Mac & iPad support Bidirectional compatibility Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter **Brand:** apple **Price:** € 88.63 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Future-proof your Mac setup with Apple’s ultimate Thunderbolt bridge! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter by apple - **How much does it cost?** € 88.63 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/40301072-apple-thunderbolt-3-usb-c-to-thunderbolt-2-adapter) ## Best For - apple enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted apple brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Premium Apple Quality:** Engineered with high-grade components for reliable, uncorrupted data transfer every time. - • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No drivers needed—just connect and power your Thunderbolt displays or external drives instantly. - • **Bidirectional Brilliance:** Plug in new Thunderbolt 3 devices to older Macs or vice versa—flexibility that fits your tech ecosystem. - • **Blazing Fast Data Transfer:** Experience up to 40 Gbps transfer speeds that keep your workflow lightning quick. - • **Seamless Legacy Meets Future:** Connect your Thunderbolt 2 devices effortlessly to the latest Thunderbolt 3 Macs—no compromises. ## Overview The Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 adapter is a bidirectional connector that enables seamless compatibility between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 2 devices. Supporting up to 40 Gbps transfer speeds, it allows MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Pro, and compatible iPads to connect legacy Thunderbolt 2 external drives and displays with ease. Designed for plug-and-play use on macOS Sierra and later, this premium adapter ensures high-quality, reliable data and video transmission, bridging the gap between past and future Apple hardware standards. ## Description The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 adapter lets you connect Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices — external hard drives and Thunderbolt displays, for example — to any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your MacBook Pro. As a bidirectional adapter, it can also connect new Thunderbolt 3 devices to a mac with a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port. Requires Mac OS Sierra.What's in the box Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 adapter ## Features - The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 adapter lets you connect Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices — external hard drives and Thunderbolt displays, for example — to any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your MacBook Pro. - As a bidirectional adapter, it can also connect new Thunderbolt 3 devices to a mac with a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port. - In addition, it can be used to connect Thunderbolt-enabled displays — such as the Apple Thunderbolt Display and LG Thunderbolt 2 displays — to any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your MacBook Pro. However, using this adapter with an Apple Thunderbolt Display requires a power source, because th - Note: This adapter does not support DisplayPort displays like the Apple LED Cinema Display or third-party DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort displays. - Compatible with iPad mini, iPad Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac Pro and Mac mini with thunderbolt ports ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | Apple | | Color | white | | Compatible Devices | MacBook Air (M2, 2022), MacBook Air (M1, 2020), MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020), MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018 - 2019), MacBook Pro (14-inch, M2, 2023), MacBook Pro (14-inch, M1, 2021), MacBook Pro (16-inch, M2, 2023), MacBook Pro (16-inch, M1, 2021), MacBook Pro (13-inch, M2, 2022), MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016 - 2019), MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019), MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016 - 2019), iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021), iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019), iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2017), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019 - 2020), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017), iMac Pro (2017), Mac mini (M1, 2020), Mac mini (2018), Mac Pro (2019), iPad mini (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad 10th Generation Compatible Devices MacBook Air (M2, 2022), MacBook Air (M1, 2020), MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020), MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018 - 2019), MacBook Pro (14-inch, M2, 2023), MacBook Pro (14-inch, M1, 2021), MacBook Pro (16-inch, M2, 2023), MacBook Pro (16-inch, M1, 2021), MacBook Pro (13-inch, M2, 2022), MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016 - 2019), MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019), MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016 - 2019), iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021), iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019), iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2017), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019 - 2020), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017), iMac Pro (2017), Mac mini (M1, 2020), Mac mini (2018), Mac Pro (2019), iPad mini (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad 10th Generation See more | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 2.6 x 0.7 x 7.8 inches | | Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Apple - **Color:** white - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.6 x 0.7 x 7.8 inches - **Specific Uses For Product:** personal, gaming, business ## Images ![Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31tlB0INbCL.jpg) ![Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41UZLdRQHGL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can this be used to connect a 27" 2012 imac to a 2017 macbook pro as a second display? please!** A: It works for me. I I have a late 27-inch 2012 iMac (with the thin edge) and I use it as a second display for my 2016 15-inch Touch bar Macbook Pro. You need this adapter (Thunderbolt 3 (Usb-C) To Thunderbolt 2 Adapter) and an Apple Thunderbolt 2 Cable (0.5 meter or 2.0 meter). You can probably use off-brand cables too but I haven't tried that. **Q: Is the male end Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 2? Thanks!** A: The male end is Thunderbolt 3, and the female end is Thunderbolt 2. I used this adapter and a previously owned Thunderbolt cable to connect a 2014 MacBook Air to a 2017 iMac for file transfer. **Q: Es compatible con computadoras PC?** A: Yes **Q: Does it fit on the MacBook Air?** A: yes, It fits the new MacBook Air, the one w/ Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C Charge. It will not fit older MacBook Air, the ones with USB-3 and mag-safe chargers. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***Y on October 2, 2018* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by 2***T on June 2, 2023* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by H***N on December 17, 2024* --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/40301072-apple-thunderbolt-3-usb-c-to-thunderbolt-2-adapter](https://www.desertcart.be/products/40301072-apple-thunderbolt-3-usb-c-to-thunderbolt-2-adapter) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*