That is a bit more expensive and complex. Looks like this is configured with a couple of resistors for 5v from USB which is simple to get and a voltage reg to drop down to 3v3 optionally. Full PD requires a chip and active negotiation for higher voltage levels. Though there are chips that do that it does increase the complexity and cost and soldering skills a bit. Might not be worth it if all you work on is 5v or 3v3.
Comment on No Frills PCB Brings USB-C Power To The Breadboard
486@lemmy.world 1 month ago
Missed opportunity there, not being able to select all the other available USB-PD voltages. Not every circuit runs on 3.3 or 5 V.
nous@programming.dev 1 month ago
9point6@lemmy.world 1 month ago
Yeah, 9v at the very least, but 15V would be a useful option too