The one part of an arcade controller that seems to not last as long is the USB cable.  The damage generally comes from the cable being wrapped numerous times, internally damaging the wire strands

This is probably the most common issue we've received from arcade stick owners of why their controller no longer works.  So instead of buying a new arcade stick (which is not all that uncommon when the cable goes bad), you can save yourself a bit of coin here with a simple replacement

Features

• Cable used in conjunction with our Aviator USB Cable Kit (same pin-out)
• Replacement USB Cable for the Mad Catz TE2 or TE2+
• Braided to Ensure better durability (the stock Mad Catz Cable is not braided)
• Durable Aviator Connector
• Length 3M (9.8 ft)

Quick Link: https://tinyurl.com/EXGRMCTE2USB