USB-A receptacle
USB-A receptacle (female), through-hole · pins VBUS, D−, D+, GND · a phone plugged in checks D+/D−: shorted = charging port (2 A), open = 500 mA
Try it on the benchThe lab drops it on an empty bench and opens its datasheet card.
Typical part: USB-A receptacle, through-hole (female)
Pins
- USB-A port
- 1 VBUS
- 2 D−
- 3 D+
- 4 GND
Ratings and limits
| Pins | 1 VBUS · 2 D− · 3 D+ · 4 GND · 2 shell tabs |
|---|---|
| Rating | 1.5 A per contact typical (5 A for the heavier fast-charge types) |
How to use it
A charging port: short D+ to D− (BC1.2 dedicated charging port) and a phone takes its full charging current; leave them open and it limits itself to 500 mA.