The Adafruit USB Type C Power Delivery Dummy Breakout features the HUSB238 USB PD sink chip, designed to make it easy to configure and integrate USB Power Delivery (PD) without needing to solder tiny resistors. This breakout is perfect for projects requiring more than just 5V at 2A power, allowing you to select and request higher voltages such as 9V, 12V, 15V, 18V, and 20V. It is capable of delivering up to 100W of power (20V at 5A) over USB Type C, making it ideal for powering devices or converting a DC or battery-powered device into one that can be powered via USB C.
Key features:
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Flexible Voltage & Current Settings: You can select desired voltage (from 5V to 20V) and current (up to 5A) through jumpers (resistor selection) or dynamically via I2C commands.
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Easy Configuration: For jumper-configured usage, it’s simple to adjust voltage and current. The breakout board is initially set for 5V at 1A and can be configured to higher voltages or different current levels by cutting and soldering the appropriate jumpers.
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I2C Control: For more advanced use, you can configure the voltage and current dynamically over I2C by connecting the board to a microcontroller or microcomputer. This requires additional setup for voltage regulation and I2C pull-up resistors.
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High Power Delivery: Capable of supplying up to 20V at 5A (100W) over USB C, ideal for high-power projects.
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Versatile Connection Options: The breakout comes with a small piece of header and a terminal block, so you can easily choose between using it on a breadboard or free-wired for flexible integration.
Whether you're using it in a static setup with jumpers or for dynamic configuration with I2C, this USB Type C Power Delivery Breakout is a powerful and convenient tool for handling multiple voltage requirements in your projects.