Questions tagged [usb-c]
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type C, a 24 pin connector system with a rotationally symmetrical connector. Consider using the "USB" tag in addition to this one.
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Replacing USB-C socket on a keyboard
I decided to fix some of my stuff that has broken USB-C ports. (why are they so fragile!) I've removed the old sockets and cleaned the pads, but when the old sockets were damaged (by simply inserting ...
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USB-C Connector wiring 3 wires [closed]
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I am looking for a usb c connector suited for three wires. I can’t find them anywhere. The picture shows the broken connector from a 65w usb c charger. Can anyone tell me where I can get a ...
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What would happen if a charger tried to pull more current than a QC 3.0 source can output?
I've got this charger:
https://store.dji.com/product/mavic-car-charger
It takes 12.7 - 16V input from a car and outputs 13.05V at 6.1A (~80W)
I want to utilize a USB-PD and / or USB-C QC 3.0 ...
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How to install a USB-C PD host port on my electric longboard (54.6 V)
Installing a USB-C Port on a Longboard for Charging
I'm exploring options to install a USB-C port on my longboard to utilize its enormous ~400 Wh battery for charging my phone/laptop/anything.
Initial ...
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Ways of improving USB-C mechanical durability
Many PCB-mounted connectors, in my case a USB-C have no specification regarding mechanical integration. Often, the mechanical durability seemingly relies on through-hole (sometimes even surface mount) ...
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Options after breaking USB-C jack off of PCB
Hello!
Snapped the USB-C jack off of my Logitech MX Keys.
I have a background in computer engineering and some experience doing board-level repairs. I do have an SMD hotplate, multiple soldering ...
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ESP32-C3 USB not working with Android
I want to connect an ESP32-C3 mini board (pictured below) to an Android phone, so that it can do all the WiFi stuff that Android no longer allows. The board works fine connected to my desktop computer ...
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FT230X using USB-C receptacle not working for data transfer
I have tried to add a USB-C connection to my PCBA solely for data transfer.
I have used a FT230XQ-R microchip (Datasheet) and followed their uploaded example for a USB-C receptacle. I have now ...
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Low Quiescent Current over USB Type-C [closed]
I'm working on a battery powered project which I'm currently planning on powering over USB Type-C for flexibility. The 5V/3A spec would satisfy my needs for the high end of power draw, however, I want ...
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Is 5V@3A really possible using a Type-A plug charger?
I have a 18 W capable phone wall charger that I'd like to use to power my [email protected] hobby circuit, it has a Type-A plug in it and the label states the following ratings:
5V@3A
9V@2A
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So after ...
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ESP32, BQ25895 sharing usb data lines
Im building a portable device with a ESP32-S3 which will be interfaced with a SD card, and a BQ25895 charge controller. The ESP32 will connect to the computer as a mass storage device. The BQ25895 ...
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USB Type C PD Minimum Requirement
I have been wanting to veer away from older USB connectors and start using USB Type-C receptacles in future designs but the standard is quite confusing as a hobbyist.
Searching the internet I see that ...
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Why can't you make a thunderbolt 3 hub?
So laptops with thunderbolt 3 are pretty common, docks are common, every other kind of USB seems to be able to be used with a hub. I know thunderbolt 3 can be daisy chained, theoretically eliminating ...
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Are USB-C through hole shell stakes connected to GND or are they just there for fastening purposes only?
I am looking to use a USB-C 2.0 16 pin SMT connector on a PCB. I can't find any information on the manufacturers site on whether the through hole shield/shell stakes are connected to ground. Do these ...
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USB Type-C DFP Host Port implementation without Switch
I am currently designing a new board that has a four port USB 3.2 x1 Gen1 hub on it. I only need two ports and now thinkering how to best make use of the other two ports.
The idea was to make at least ...
