Can this be used to connect a 27" 2012 imac to a 2017 macbook pro as a second display? please!

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.

Is the male end Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 2? Thanks!

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.

Does it fit on the MacBook Air?

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.

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Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter

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Color
white
Connector Type
USB Type C
Item dimensions L x W x H
2.6 x 0.7 x
Specific Uses For Product
personal

⚡40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 speed

🔄Bidirectional compatibility

🔌Supports legacy Thunderbolt devices

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⚡ Future-proof your Mac setup with Apple's ultimate Thunderbolt bridge!

DISPLAY POWERHOUSE - Hook up Apple Thunderbolt and LG Thunderbolt 2 displays with ease (power source required).
COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT - Travel-ready design at under 2 ounces keeps your setup sleek and portable.
BIDIRECTIONAL BRILLIANCE - Use new Thunderbolt 3 devices on older Macs or vice versa—flexibility unlocked.
BLAZING FAST DATA TRANSFER - Experience up to 40Gbps speeds for ultra-responsive workflows.
SEAMLESS LEGACY MEETS FUTURE - Effortlessly connect your Thunderbolt 2 gear to the latest Thunderbolt 3 Macs.

The Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter enables seamless, bidirectional connectivity between Thunderbolt 3 Macs and older Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 devices, supporting ultra-fast 40Gbps data transfer and compatibility with select Thunderbolt displays. Compact and lightweight, it’s an essential accessory for professionals bridging legacy tech with modern performance.

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ASIN	B01MQ26QIY
Date First Available	November 1, 2018
Item Weight	1.92 ounces
Item model number	MMEL2AM/A
Manufacturer	Apple
Product Dimensions	2.6 x 0.7 x 7.8 inches

Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter

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