USB Type-C connectors can support the latest USB 3.1 specification, which offers data transmission speeds of up to 10Gb/s, which is 20 times that of the USB 2.0 specification. The connectors also support the USB power delivery specification, delivering up to 100W of bi-directional power which dramatically reduces the charging time for devices.
GTK’s product range includes USB Type-C connectors and adaptors and custom cable assemblies. The connector comprises a mid-mount PCB receptacle for use on equipment. Compact USB Type-C to Type A adaptors are available for connection to legacy devices. Overmoulded cable assemblies can be formed with USB Type- C connectors at both ends or adaptor cables with USB Type-C plugs to an alternative USB or other I/O connector interface. All cable assemblies are custom-made to customers’ specific requirements in terms of connector-type and colour and can incorporate company logos.
Caroline Ebbage, Business Manager, Connectors, GTK, commented: “Whilst this is a relatively new connector specification, we are already experiencing demand from our OEM customers and it is easy to understand why. There is a considerable installed base of Type A and Type B connectors in the marketplace but there are significant benefits in switching to the new USB Type-C connector for new product designs. The combination of the reversible design and the ability to support the new USB 3.1 specification results in a pocket dynamo of a connector that is small in size but transmits data and power at impressive levels.”
