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Subject: Re: [EE] The Raspberry Pi Power Plug
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If the connector is constructed so that it can only be inserted one way (a =
la micro-USB), then it is not USB-C.

-Pete

> On Apr 8, 2020, at 08:21, Martin McCormick <martin.m@suddenlink.net> wrot=
e:
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> Bob Blick <bobblick@outlook.com> writes:
>> Hi Martin,
>> It seems like every new generation of Raspberry Pi uses new power, video=
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>> and audio connections. The GPIO connectors retain the largest amount of=
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>> compatibility.
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>> My new Pi uses a USB-C connector for power. I bought the official AC=20
>> adapter. I think it was 3 amps.
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>> Friendly regards, Bob
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> Fortunately, this appears to be a minor foul-up.  I am glad I
> saved half the new power cable with the round plug as there will
> surely be some need for it on some future day.
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> 	The old supply has a much more robust stranded wire in it
> than does the new cable but one just needs to be a little more
> careful with it while working on the splice as the new strands
> are more easily broken.
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> 	The usbC connector is the little flat one with 2 keys or
> pegs that are on one side so that it can't be inserted backwards.
> I'm glad that they are still using the same connector for all the
> Pi's as I have 2 and may want to get some more soon.  They are
> pretty impressive considering what they cost.
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> Martin
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