What is it?

USB Type C Breakout Board lets you integrate a Type C connectivity into your projects. USB C features a symmetric/reversible connector, more data pins and higher current output capability. But, for most developers, the pin usage you know and love from older USB will work just fine. This breakout gives you all the basics you need and a resistor configuration that mimics classic USB 2.0 for a downstream connection.

Why did you make it?

USB C is the next generation of USB connectors and you will start to see them on all sorts of devices pretty soon as the industry is moving from micro B or lightening to the new standard which is USB Type C.

Note: This product is inspired from Adafruit USB Type C Breakout Board – Downstream Connection

Connections:

• VBUS to your 5V input,
• GND to ground, and
• D+ and D- as you expect
• You can monitor the CC and SBU pins to determine cable polarity, or send side-band data. Or leave them disconnected.

Features and Specifications:

• Dimensions: 2.04cm x 1.42cm
• The two 5.1K resistors on the CC1 pins indicate to the upstream port to provide 5V and up to 1.5A (whether the upstream can supply that much current depends on what you’re connecting to)