The Double-banana plug to USB Type A adapter is a simple PCB adapter that allows USB devices to be connected to test equipment (e.g. to a Bench Power Supply) with double-banana jacks:
- Accepts Banana plugs with Threaded M3 Studs
- Accepts 9-pin USB Type A female connectors
- PCB traces were designed to support around 2.5A when using 1 oz/ft² copper thickness
- Banana plugs are spaced ¾ inch apart (19.05 mm) – measured from center to center of each individual plug
PCB available to order at OSH Park
Parts list
| Ref | Description | Qty | Value | Part number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomona 4mm Banana Plug with Threaded M3 Stud | 2 | [ Newark 34P0013 ] | ||
| Molex USB 3.0 Type A receptable, 9-Pin | 1 | [ Newark 29X4579 ] | ||
| R1 | (optional) Resistor 0603[1608] | 1 | 22 to 200 ohm | [ Newark 28K0539 ] |
Schematic
