MicroUSB to USB-C Mod

Description

The MicroUSB to USB-C is an adapter board that allows you to replace a MicroUSB connector with a modern and standard USB-C port.

This board is for general use and can be used in a wide variety of devices, allowing you to replace the old connector with the new USB-C.

This board has been successfully tested on the following devices:

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 3 (7th Gen. June 30, 2015)
• BlitzWolf BW-LT5 Pro IP68 Waterproof LED lamp.

FEATURES

• Replace the MicroUSB connector with a USB-C, with data connection supported.
• Charge your device with:
  • USB power banks
  • USB-A chargers
  • USB-C chargers
  • USB-C PD chargers (normal speed, not fast)
  • USB-A to USB-C cables
  • USB-C to USB-C cables

INCLUDED

• 1 USB-C flexible board

REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED)

• Screwdriver
• Soldering iron / Hot air rework station
• Desoldering pump
• Desoldering braid (mesh)
• USB microscope
• Tweezers
• Scissors
• Cutting pliers
• Wire cutters
• Precision cutter
• Precision file tool set
• Soldering tin
• Flux
• Solder mask
• Isopropyl alcohol (for cleaning)
• Kapton tape

NOTES

Refer to the installation guide, which includes several usage examples as well as important considerations to help you determine whether this board is compatible with the device you want to upgrade.

DOCUMENTATION

• Installation guide PDF
• GitHub repository