Reasons Why You Should Use USB Type-C

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1 USB TYPE-C

1.1 Technical features

1.2 Applications of the USB-C

1.3 Waterproof USB Type-C

2 Summary

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USB TYPE-C

Just when we thought we have finished exploiting the USB type-C connector, a new grand feature crops up. It is safe to say that USB-C already reigns in the arena of high-end smartphones and laptops. The USB-C was first adopted by Google and Apple but has since gained a lot of popularity which has seen its adoption extend to other smartphone manufacturers and other industries as well. What exactly made the USB-C move from a finalized spec in 2014 to be the most preferred cable in 2018? What is this grand feature that makes it even more appealing? Read on to find out more as we shed more light on the USB-C.

Technical features

The USB-C deliver the power of up 100 watts. It’s rated at between 3A and 5A hence it can comfortably handle up to 30V. It has 24 pins and a twofold rotational symmetrical connector. It is for this reason that it is able to connect to the host and device as well. This feature also enables the connector to be plugged in in any direction resulting in easy and reliable mating. It offers transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbits/s at full duplex.

Applications of the USB-C

Besides the applications that we are already familiar with like in smartphone and laptops, the USB-C is applied elsewhere including;

Agriculture
Portable devices
Data centers
Industrial automation
Marine electronics
Outdoor LED displays

Waterproof USB Type-C

USB type-C was designed in a manner that it is well suited for the industrial set up. As it was, it only needed to be sturdier to withstand harsh environment prevalent in industries. The best way to achieve was to make it waterproof so as to prevent the ingression of dust and water. With its growing adoption in many sectors including the marine industry, the introduction of waterproof USB-C has been termed by many as the turning point in the history of the USB protocol.

Just as you would expect, there already many manufacturers producing waterproof USB type-C connectors. All of these connectors exhibit typical USB-C features. Their differences lie in the waterproof rating. Some of the renowned manufactures producing waterproof connectors include TE Connectivity and Amphenol LTW

Summary

If your design demands and very versatile, efficient and sturdy cable, then you already know that USB-C has got you covered. You only need to check the datasheet of the various manufacturers to establish the connector that best matches your application.