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Title: usb 3.0 connector will it work ?
Post by: rjohn on Sun, 24 November 2019, 14:22:41

hello i have a question

building a usb keyboard cable will it work with usb 3.0 connector (i will connect only the four cables)?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/5PCS-DIY-USB-3-0-Male-Connector-USB-Jack-Soldering-Type-Line-Tail-Socket-3-in-1/333202161711?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Title: Re: usb 3.0 connector will it work ?
Post by: Leslieann on Sun, 24 November 2019, 14:35:07

Yes, USB 3 is backwards compatible, as is type C.

Title: Re: usb 3.0 connector will it work ?
Post by: rjohn on Sun, 24 November 2019, 15:19:25

that i thought as well but
just build 2 cables and does not work ,with usb 2 connector works.

Title: Re: usb 3.0 connector will it work ?
Post by: Findecanor on Sun, 24 November 2019, 20:48:30

I would use only a USB 2 connector for USB 2 cables. The colour of the plastic piece is used to see which kind of cable it is.

While cables are backwards-compatible, it is not always straightforward: There are some rules for making adapter cables between Type C and Type A.
Also, if you make a very long cable you may need to use a cable with thicker wires, especially for USB 3.

Title: Re: usb 3.0 connector will it work ?
Post by: rjohn on Sun, 24 November 2019, 23:37:32

ok ,thanks for your comments.

Title: Re: usb 3.0 connector will it work ?
Post by: Leslieann on Mon, 25 November 2019, 04:07:13

C is different because of the amperage C allows will melt the type A connector.