There is a new official license for USB-C connectors, ports and cables. The new technology behind it should, among other things, allow a power of 240 W. With a correspondingly powerful power supply unit, numerous devices could be charged at the same time using the quick charge function or power-hungry devices such as gaming monitors could be operated. The whole thing is below spec USB-C 2.1 summarized; the 240 W result from USB-C Power Delivery Extended Power Range (PD EPR) by 48 volts and 5 Ampere. Cables should withstand up to 63 volts. Below is some information and the official sources.
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USB-C 2.1 provides Power Delivery Extended Power Range
USB-C 2.0 with Power Delivery (PD) is currently designed for up to 100 watts, which is made up of 20 volts and 5 amps. But if you look at the new specifications for USB-C 2.1, then not only does it become the word monster Power Delivery Extended Power Range (PD EPR), but 2,4 times as much power should now also be possible. Use 4K monitors and other peripherals without using an extra socket? This can be made possible by such as CNet here highlights. You can get the official specifications in the form of two 410-page PDF documents auf dieser seite (Button at the top right).
Wait a minute, don't we already have USB 3.2 Gen2, or something?
Anyone dealing with the many USB standards can easily despair. Because not only are there various specifications, specifications and the like for plugs and cables, currently for USB-C. The possible protocols for data exchange and usage options are also updated again and again. The craziest thing is with USB 3, which is currently (I think) version 3.2 Gen2x2. Data rates and so on are derived from this. With USB4, a bit of clarity could possibly come - unless you are looking for Thunderbolt 3, which should basically mean the same. You don't see it anymore either? Maybe these guides will help you:
- Big confusion: USB 3.2 comes in three versions
- USB4 ™ - USB-IF announces new generation specifications
- USB 4 - New name for Thunderbolt 3
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