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Converting devices to USB Type-C

DIY Perks · tutorial · Watch on YouTube

Embedded systems & DIY electronicsRepair, teardowns & right to repair3D printing, CNC & maker projects

What it is

DIY Perks shows how to modify devices that use older USB connectors so they charge and connect over USB Type-C. He solders in a USB-C connector board and works through cases such as dongle-dependent gadgets and a mouse receiver.

Why Hacker News recommends it

Commenters cite it as a well-made, practical example of USB-C conversion when they discuss hacking USB-C into devices.

  • 1 people recommended it
  • 1 different months
  • 0 strong recommendations
  • first 2020, last 2024

What HN commenters said

  1. “made a video about converting USB connectors to USB C which is very well done”

    Well-made video on converting USB connectors to USB-C

    aspenmayer, 2024-06 · Recommendation · in “Voyager 1 is back online: NASA spacecraft returns data from all 4 instruments”

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Topics: usb-c, soldering, diy electronics, hardware hacking, adapters

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