3.1 USB C Plugs & Sockets Save Space & Accelerate Data Transfer

New Hyde Park, NY… Faster data transfer speeds, increased power transmission and smaller PCB footprints are key advantages of the advanced new series of USB Type C Plugs and Sockets from Keystone Electronics Corp.

USB-C technology is now the new standard for charging a whole range of electrical devices and Keystone’s new USB 3.1 “Type “C” Interconnects are ideal for use with future high-tech devices such as HD video, data and charging ports without separate power adapters.  Possessing the smallest footprints of all USBs, these USB’s deliver significant PCB real estate reductions to accommodate a variety of devices allowing them to be plugged in backwards, upside down and still function for worry-free connections.  USB-1 standards supported by these devices include:

For standard or custom USB-C cable assemblies, Keystone offers a Type “C” Plug Kit (Cat. No. 954) supplied unassembled with a metal housing shell ensuring excellent strain relief.  The insulating material for the plug is UL94V-0 rated.  For circuit board socket use, USB-C receptacle (Cat. No. 953) offers a hybrid mount configuration aiding SMT contact efficiency with strong, durable solder connections to PCBs with THM devices.

All Keystone’s USB products are available through Keystone’s global distribution network. Keystone Electronics Corp. offers a comprehensive line of interconnect components and electronic hardware.  Modifications, special designs, stamping, machining, assembly services and application-engineering support are also available.

Keystone is ISO 9001:2015 certified, with headquarters in the US and global offices in Europe, Canada, Asia and Australia. For complete details and specifications contact Keystone Electronics Corp., 55 South Denton Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 11040; Tel: (800) 221-5510 or (516) 328-7500; Fax: (516) 328-1080; E-mail: kec@keyelco.com; website:  www.keyelco.com