The Adafruit USB Type C Plug Breakout gives you easy access to the pins on a USB-C plug connector, making it simple to add a USB-C connection to your projects. A 5.1K resistor on the CC1 pin signals the upstream host to provide 5V at up to 1.5A, so you get reliable power negotiation out of the box.

The semi-through-hole plug mounting provides reasonable mechanical stability for prototyping. For most use cases, simply connect VBUS to your 5V input, GND to ground, and D+/D- as expected — just like you would with an older Mini or Micro B connector.

Key Features

• USB Type-C Plug – Symmetric, reversible connector in a plug (male) form factor
• 5.1K CC Resistor – Pre-configured to request 5V at up to 1.5A from the host
• All Key Pins Broken Out – Access to VBUS, GND, D+, and D-
• USB 2.0 Compatible – Drop-in replacement for older Mini or Micro B plug connectors
• Semi-Through-Hole Mount – Reasonably stable mechanical connection for prototyping

Ideal For

• Adding a USB-C plug to custom cables or projects
• Replacing Mini or Micro B plugs with USB-C
• USB 2.0 data and power prototyping
• Learning about USB-C plug pinout and signalling

Package Contents

• 1× Adafruit USB Type C Plug Breakout

Resources

• Introduction to USB Type-C (Microchip App Note, PDF)