Topic: USB "Banjo"?

[EV607797]

Does a 'banjo' or some form of breakout box exist for USB ports?  I'm finding that there are so many various voltages on AC power cubes and strips with USB ports on them.  The voltages can vary from 5 to 12 volts.  I'd like to measure the voltages and label these ports so that I don't damage anything.

Unlike AC power receptacles with unique pin configurations to prevent accidental contact with the wrong voltage or amperage, that's not the case with USB.

[CMDL_GUY]

Ebay
https://www.ebay.com/itm/295476972021?var=0&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&campid=5338590836&toolid=10044&customid=b2c005d4887f131a00df61b45ba3d79d

Digi-key
https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/sparkfun-electronics/BOB-12035/5673780?utm_adgroup=General&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping_DK%2BSupplier_IBASE%20Technology%20%28USA%29%20INC&utm_term=&utm_content=General&utm_id=bi_cmp-442211318_adg-1307319747085595_ad-81707570054086_pla-4585307092955242_dev-c_ext-_prd-5673780&msclkid=0a226534f7ff13a98baa015424231cab

Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/CenryKay-PL2303HX-Adapter-Converter-Download/dp/B09Z2JD77Z/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?adgrpid=1331509230976929&hvadid=83219536467456&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=66839&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvtargid=kwd-83219756861045%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=24333_13514988&keywords=usb+port+breakout&qid=1684067576&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyN0YwNVhaVDE3Vk9EJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjA3MTYzMk1UOEI2Q1BHSlRHTSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMzQ5NzQ5M1I0SFdUNldVRFpGSCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

I like the Amazon unit.

[silversam]

Who knew? Certainly not me....


Sam

[EV607797]

Same here, Sam.  I don't know much about that stuff.  That's why I usually come here seeking guidance if my coworkers aren't available.  Larry, I agree with you about the Amazon one.  It's not as sleek and simple as the others, but I could see myself losing those tiny things.  The Amazon one is actually for FOUR of these cables, so for less than five bucks a piece, I can afford to lose or share one.  I just got done placing my order for them.

As always, thanks for the assistance.

[EV607797]

Well, the cables arrived today from Amazon.  They are just what I needed, at getting four of them for less than 20 bucks is awesome.  I can spread the love with the guys at the office and still have one for myself.  Thanks again for the info, Larry.  It's greatly appreciated. 

[CMDL_GUY]

Anytime my friend!   

[hbiss]

I'm finding that there are so many various voltages on AC power cubes and strips with USB ports on them.  The voltages can vary from 5 to 12 volts.  I'd like to measure the voltages and label these ports so that I don't damage anything.

No, the voltage in USB ports is always 5 volts. Where have you seen anything else?? Junk from China?

-Hal