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geekhack Projects => Making Stuff Together! => Topic started by: Karpy on Wed, 26 April 2017, 22:03:42

Title: What kind of cable do I need to make usb cables?
Post by: Karpy on Wed, 26 April 2017, 22:03:42

I am going to try my hand at making custom usb cables for myself and friends. I have found all the materials just been the actual cable. I'm not sure what type I would need. Thanks!

Title: Re: What kind of cable do I need to make usb cables?
Post by: Tactile on Wed, 26 April 2017, 23:02:35

Well, you could just buy USB cable. Here's one example (http://www.l-com.com/usb-bulk-cable).

Title: Re: What kind of cable do I need to make usb cables?
Post by: SectorOMEGA on Thu, 27 April 2017, 02:51:59

I using alarm system cables :D 4 cores with 0,22mm2

Title: Re: What kind of cable do I need to make usb cables?
Post by: TalkingTree on Thu, 27 April 2017, 03:06:59

If you're asking about internal wires, pinout.ru gives you all the knowledge you need. Look at the bottom of this page (http://pinouts.ru/Slots/USB_pinout.shtml) to see how long you can have your cable given the gauge of the internal wires.
Also, since USB is a differential signal, data lines should be close, twisting the data wires (green and white ones) all the cable long is a good way to do that.
Finally, stick to the standard colours for wires.