USB Type-C®: The universal connector of the future

Support power, data and video all on a single interface

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What is USB Type-C? 

Power

Capable of supporting up to 240W (48V/5A) of power

Data

Capable of supporting up to 80 Gbps transfer speeds

Video

Capable of supporting 8K video resolutions

A Primer on USB-C and USB Power Delivery Applications and Requirements

Learn about USB-C and USB PD in this white paper, which examines various applications and their data and power requirements.

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Why choose TI USB-C products?

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High efficiency and power density 

Our USB-C solutions enable designers to achieve more power in smaller spaces and enhance system functionality through comprehensive hardware integration.

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Easy-to-use design tools and resources

Through easy-to-use GUI and configuration tools, our USB-C solutions are flexible requiring no custom firmware development or scripting.

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Industry engagement 

We develop cutting-edge USB-C features in parallel with USB Implementers Forum (IF) specification releases and identify market trends accelerating USB-C adoption across markets.

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System-level design support

We offer devices and solutions for entire USB-C applications and architectures.

USB-C architectures

USB-C battery-powered systems can act as a power sink or power source, or provide dual-role power

More battery applications are adopting USB-C for input power to provide a convenient charging experience using readily available USB-C adapters. In order to support USB-C inputs, battery chargers must be able to handle USB-C input power ranges (from 15 W up to 240 W). It is important to find the right battery charger that can handle the application's USB-C input range and efficiently charge the batteries.

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Resource
Designing an Application to Support a Wide Input Voltage and Battery Voltage
A discussion of the benefits of a wide VIN and VOUT battery charger to support new technologies like USB-C.
Reference design
100-W integrated evaluation module for USB Type-C PD charging reference design
This reference design provides a 100-W charging power for 4- to 10-cell batteries with USB Type-C® power delivery (PD). 
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Integrated USB Type-C® Power Delivery (PD) evaluation module (EVM) and charging reference design
This EVM is used to evaluate the combination of a high-efficiency 5-A switch-mode buck-boost charger (BQ25798) and the USB Type-C and PD Controller (TPS25750) with integrated switches.
Featured products for battery-powered systems
BQ25798 ACTIVE I²C controlled, 1-4-cell, 5-A buck-boost solar battery charger with dual-input selector and MPPT
BQ25756 ACTIVE Stand-alone or I²C-controlled 70-V bidirectional buck-boost charge controller with MPPT
NEW TPS25751 ACTIVE USB-C® Power Delivery 3.1 controller with moisture detection and programmable power-supply

Deliver high power over USB-C from the AC line

USB-C AC adapters dominate battery chargers in consumer electronics. The advent of Extended Power Range and the Universal Fast Charging standard enables wider USB-C adoption of high-power end equipment such as gaming laptops and e-bikes. However, balancing form factor, thermal concerns, scalability, cost and quality while mitigating electromagnetic interference (EMI) becomes increasingly complex.

We offer a comprehensive ecosystem and consistently introduce innovative technologies to address these challenges, empowering you to develop highly compact, efficient, scalable and reliable solutions and speed time to market.

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Reference design
High density 65W, USB power delivery (PD) adapter using integrated GaN flyback converter 
See how the UCG28826 GaN Flyback converter can enable a highly efficient 65W adapter design with >2.8W/cc power density.
Technical article
How an auxless GaN flyback converter can solve AC/DC adapter design challenges
Recent innovations in GaN flyback converter design have made it possible to eliminate the transformer auxiliary winding to enable smaller, more efficient consumer and industrial power supplies.
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Resource
The Benefits of Low-Power GaN in Common AC/DC Power Topologies
Consumers want portable, fast and efficient chargers for the various electronic devices they carry with them daily. With a majority of electronics moving to USB-C charger.
Featured products for AC power adapter
NEW UCC25660 ACTIVE Wide VIN and VOUT 750kHz LLC controller
NEW UCG28826 PREVIEW Self-biased high frequency QR flyback converter with integrated GaN (65W)
NEW LMG3624 ACTIVE 650V 170mΩ GaN FET with integrated driver, protection and current sensing

Systems operating as a power sink, moving from a proprietary barrel connector to a USB-C port

With USB-C continuing to expand, more and more systems are transitioning from proprietary barrel jacks to a standardized USB-C port. Implementing a standardized charging port such as USB-C potentially eliminates the need for manufacturers to ship a custom adapter with their systems. Instead, consumers can leverage existing USB-C chargers. Our USB-C and USB PD controllers follow the latest standards so that your products can interface with any compliant USB-C power supply.

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White paper
Circuit protection for your next USB Type-C design white paper
Why adding proper circuit protection to your USB Type-C design reduces the risk of system damage and field failures.
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Resource
Replacing Proprietary Barrel Connector with USB-C Port
Learn about the industry migration from barrel connectors to USB-C and the solutions we offer.
Featured products for barrel connector replacement
TPS25730 ACTIVE Sink-only USB Type-C® and USB Power Delivery (PD) controller with no firmware development required
NEW LM51772 ACTIVE 55V wide VIN four-switch buck-boost controller with I2C interface
TPD6S300A ACTIVE USB Type-C® port protector: short-to-VBUS overvoltage and 6ch ESD protection with improved OVP

Enable fast charging in cars with USB-C

With more devices transitioning toward USB-C for charging, there is an increased need for USB-C chargers within cars. Charger integration, power efficiency, bill-of-materials (BOM) size, USB IF compliance and signal integrity are all necessary when designing a USB-C charger for an automotive environment.

Our solutions fully integrate the buck-boost converter and cost-effective power-management devices to reduce the BOM. Through easy-to-use configuration tools, we offer USB-C solutions with configurable power vs. thermal management to address the challenges of limited vehicle space.

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Application note
TPS257xx-Q1 System Power Management (Rev. B)
See how an integrated source power policy management engine enables dynamic USB port power management for multiport charging or data USB systems.
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Reference design
CISPR 25, Class 5, 400-kHz-rated, 120-W, automotive dual USB Type-C® PD charger reference design
Learn how to overcome design challenges in automotive electromagnetic interference and speed your time to market.
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Solving Design Challenges for Automotive USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery
Watch this video to see how we're overcoming the challenges of high-power modules in automotive USB.
Featured products for automotive USB-C charger
TPS25772-Q1 ACTIVE Automotive dual-port USB Type-C® PD controller with buck-boost regulator and smart power management
TPS55288-Q1 ACTIVE 36-V, 16-A buck-boost converter with I2C control, AEC-Q100 qualified
TPS25762-Q1 ACTIVE Automotive USB Type-C® PD controller with integrated buck-boost regulator

USB-C systems that implement power, data, and/or video

USB-C's ability to support both power and data for various protocols is increasing its deployment in diverse applications. USB-C enables simplified system designs by merging power source and sink features (or both), and facilitates the high-speed transmission and reception of data and video over the USB standardized interface.

We offer USB-C solutions that enable power source and sink capability through USB Power Delivery controller products. We also offer data and video multiplexing and signal-conditioning solutions to support USB-C alternative modes, combining both data and video transmission into one port and cable.

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White paper
Strengthening the USB Type-C signal chain through redrivers
Learn about the need for a signal conditioner in a USB-C system, and the benefits that a redriver can bring.
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Application note
PD Alternate Mode: DisplayPort (Rev. B)
Learn about the implementation of DisplayPort over a USB-C cable, and TI solutions for DisplayPort such as USB PD controllers and software tools.
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Reference design
Docking USB Type-C Power Delivery Reference Design for Personal Electronics Applications
The output specifications are designed to be 5-V to 20-V, 5-A maximum continuous current under a 19-V adapter input and 3-A maximum continuous current under a 12-V battery input.
Featured products for USB-C with power, data and video
TPS65987D ACTIVE USB Type-C® and USB-C® Power Delivery controller with integrated power switches
TUSB1146 ACTIVE USB Type-C® supporting USB 3.2 data rates alt-mode redriver/MUX with adaptive EQ
TUSB1064 ACTIVE USB Type-C® DP alt mode 10Gbps linear redriver crosspoint switch for sink side

How TI products can help you achieve Thunderbolt certification

Thunderbolt technology is an Intel-developed connectivity standard that delivers power, data and a video signal over a single USB-C connection. The Thunderbolt certification establishes mandatory minimum requirements for cables, PCs and accessories to help ensure greater reliability and interoperability across devices and vendors.

We offer a variety of ICs designed to support Intel's latest chipsets and enable end products to achieve official Thunderbolt certification, including USB PD controllers, signal multiplexers and port protection ICs.

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Resource
Thunderbolt References Designs with TI USB PD Products
Read this TI E2E™ design support forums post to learn which TI USB PD products to use in your Thunderbolt designs.
External resource
Learn more about Thunderbolt technology
Visit the Intel Thunderbolt technology page to learn more about Thunderbolt, how it differs from USB PD, and all of the benefits that Thunderbolt can bring to systems implementing power, data and video.
Reference design
USB Type-C Power Delivery and Redriver Reference Design
This reference design provides outputs from 5 V to 20 V with a maximum of 3 A for a total output power of 60 W. The redrivers support USB 3.2 (10 Gbps), USB 3.2 x 2 (20 Gbps) and DisplayPort 1.4 (8.1 Gbps).
Featured products for Thunderbolt applications
TPS65988DK ACTIVE Dual port USB-C® Power Delivery controller with integrated power switches for USB4 devices
TS3USBCA4 ACTIVE USB Type-C® SBU multiplexer
TPD4S311A ACTIVE USB Type-C® port protector: short-to-Vbus overvoltage, IEC ESD protection and surge protection

Discover featured applications

Appliances
Maximize appliance functionality by enabling convenient charging for consumers
USB-C Power Adapters
Standardize and unify the power delivery interface for up to 240W with Extended Power Range
Factory Automation and Control
Improve efficiency, reliability and flexibility by transmitting power, data and USB data, all on a single connector
PCs and Notebooks
Transmit power, data and video over a single USB-C port that supports USB PD
Connected peripherals and printers
Add cutting-edge USB-C that supports power, data and video to your next-generation dongle and docking systems
Infotainment and Instrument Cluster
Charge your mobile device while simultaneously transferring data or playing video content to in-vehicle entertainment systems on automotive USB-C ports.

Maximize appliance functionality by enabling convenient charging for consumers

Designing with our USB-C technology adds functionality to appliances.

Benefits:

• The ability to use the same USB-C cord to charge several different appliances helps eliminate e-waste.

• Appliance battery backs can power personal electronics through the USB-C port.

Featured resources

REFERENCE DESIGNS
  • PMP41083 – 100W integrated USB Type-C® and USB PD charging reference design for 4- to 10-cell batteries
  • USB-PD-CHG-EVM-01 – Integrated USB Type-C® Power Delivery (PD) and charging reference design for 2-4 cell batteries EVM
PRODUCTS
  • TPS25751 – USB-C® Power Delivery 3.1 controller with moisture detection and programmable power-supply
  • BQ25756 – Stand-alone or I²C-controlled 70-V bidirectional buck-boost charge controller with MPPT
  • BQ25798 – I²C controlled, 1-4-cell, 5-A buck-boost solar battery charger with dual-input selector and MPPT

Standardize and unify the power delivery interface for up to 240W with Extended Power Range

Simplify your system designs by providing a complete solution across all stages.

Benefits:

• Standardizing AC/DC adapter types for multiple end products helps eliminate e-waste.

• Advanced features enable high power density and high efficiency.

• High integration reduces bill-of-materials count and costs.

Featured resources

REFERENCE DESIGNS
  • PMP22244 – 60-W USB Type-C® high-density active clamp flyback with GaN reference design
PRODUCTS
  • UCC28782 – High-density flyback controller for active-clamp (ACF) and zero-voltage switching (ZVS) topologies
  • UCC25660 – Wide VIN and VOUT 750kHz LLC controller
  • LMG3624 – 650V 170mΩ GaN FET with integrated driver, protection and current sensing

Improve efficiency, reliability and flexibility by transmitting power, data and USB data, all on a single connector

Design smart and efficient factory automation applications with our USB-C technology.

Benefits:

• Simplified connectivity between components reduces the need for multiple cables and connectors.

• Improved data transfer and power delivery enable fast and efficient communication between connected devices.

Featured resources

PRODUCTS
  • LM51772 – 55V wide VIN four-switch buck-boost controller with I2C interface
  • TPS55288 – 36V, 16A buck-boost converter with PPS control
  • TUSB1104 – USB Type-C™ 10-Gbps 3.2 x2 adaptive linear redriver
HARDWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • TUSB1004EVM – TUBS1004 USB 3.2 superspeed+ x2 signal conditioner evaluation module
  • TUSB1104EVM – TUBS1104 USB 3.2 superspeed+ x2 signal conditioner evaluation module

Transmit power, data and video over a single USB-C port that supports USB PD

In PC and notebook applications, our devices help enable USB-C capabilities from 15W to 240W, with data rates as high as 10Gbps.

Benefits:

• An integrated power path on USB PD controllers enables up to 240W of power with optional Alternate Mode, such as the DisplayPort™ interface and Thunderbolt™ technology.

• Electrostatic discharge and transient voltage suppression in accordance with International Electrotechnical Commission 61000-4-2 and 61000-4-5.

• Signal-conditioning redrivers improve signal integrity and reduce industry-standard compliance testing efforts.

Featured resources

PRODUCTS
  • TVS2200 – 22V flat-clamp surge protection device
  • BQ24800 – SMBus 1-4 cell Buck battery charge controller to support hybrid power boost and battery boost mode
  • TUSB522P – Fourth generation dual-channel USB 3.0 redriver
HARDWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • TUSB1044RNQEVM – USB Type-C Alternate Mode Re-Driver up to 10G Evaluation Module
  • TUSB522PEVM – TUSB522P Evaluation Module USB3.1 5Gbps Dual Channel Redriver
  • TMUXHS4446EVM – TMUXHS4446 evaluation module

Add cutting-edge USB-C that supports power, data and video to your next-generation dongle and docking systems

Designing connected peripherals with our USB-C technology adds functionality.

Benefits:

• Enables power, data and video on a single port.

• Ensures high-level quality backed by our close collaboration with industry leaders.

• Supports advanced USB PD functionality such as USB 4.0 and Thunderbolt™ technology..

• Signal-conditioning redrivers improve signal integrity and reduce industry-standard compliance testing efforts.

Featured resources

REFERENCE DESIGNS
  • PMP40801 – Docking USB Type-C® power delivery reference design for personal electronics applications
PRODUCTS
  • TPS65988DK – Dual port USB-C® Power Delivery controller with integrated power switches for USB4 devices
  • TUSB1064 – USB Type-C® DP alt mode 10Gbps linear redriver crosspoint switch for sink side
  • TPD6S300A – USB Type-C® port protector: short-to-VBUS overvoltage and 6ch ESD protection with improved OVP
HARDWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • TPS65988DKEVM – TPS65988DK dual port USB Type-C® and Power Delivery evaluation module

Charge your mobile device while simultaneously transferring data or playing video content to in-vehicle entertainment systems on automotive USB-C ports.

Our solutions for automotive USB-C ports enable improved charging capability, high-speed data transfers and the streaming of entertainment content.

Benefits:

• USB PD controllers enable up to 240W of power with optional Alternate Mode, such as the DisplayPort™ interface and Thunderbolt™ technology.

• Alternate Mode redriver and multiplexers enable ultra high-definition video playback from smartphones, gaming consoles or other consumer mobile devices to rear-seat entertainment systems.

• Improves time to market by reducing efforts to pass compliance testing.

Featured resources

PRODUCTS
  • TUSB501-Q1 – Automotive USB 3.0 5-Gbps single-channel redriver
  • TUSB564 – USB Type-C™ 8.1-Gbps DP Alt Mode linear redriver crosspoint switch for sink side
  • HD3SS3212-Q1 – Automotive two-channel differential 2:1 & 1:2 USB3.2 mux & demux
HARDWARE DEVELOPMENT
  • USB-REDRIVER-EVM – USB 2.0 & USB 3.0 redriver evaluation module
  • HD3SS3212EVM – Two Channel Differential 2:1/1:2 10Gbps Mux/Demux Evaluation Module
TECHNICAL RESOURCES