If you want to replace your cable i have seen extra long usb cables made specifically for charging ps3 controllers.
Usb cable to charge ps3 controller.
Locate your controller s charger cable.
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Your ps3 should have come with a usb cable to charge your controller.
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The ps3 charging cable is a bog standard usb cable.
It has a large end which is the usb plug and a small end which plugs into your ps3 controller.
Here s a diagram 1 to confirm the info.
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The type of usb connector needed to charge a ps3 controller is the usb 2 0 mini b 5 pin on one end and a usb 2 0 type a on the other the mini b side for the controller and the type a for the console.
They are long enough that you should be able to play with the controller plugged in if necessary.
As long as you have the right mini usb connector on the end you should be fine.