Werner Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 I have several cheap USB to barrel plug (to fit OrangePis, 4.0 x 1.7) adapters here and some seem to start failing. o cut a long story short, does anybody have recommendations on what product to buy to get such a cable with better quality? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yam1 Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 I always use a short barrel adapter cable to convert to a standard sized barrel plug (5.5mm x 2.1mm). I would throw these short cables away if when they wear out. It would also save wear and tear on the board connector. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tido Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 5 hours ago, Werner said: barrel plug (to fit OrangePis, 4.0 x 1.7) I soldered these to my PowerSupply, you could as well solder it to an USB-Connector... DC Power Plug Male Connector 4.0x1.7mm Male Socket With Cord Cable,DC pigtail 4.0/1.7mm /Free shipping/10PCS US $6.64 / lot (10 pieces) https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1927392841.html I didn't test them on "how many cycles" they last, but I like the sealed barrel. To solder the barrel was always the weak spot to me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xwiggen Posted August 12, 2020 Share Posted August 12, 2020 21 hours ago, Werner said: I have several cheap USB to barrel plug (to fit OrangePis, 4.0 x 1.7) adapters here and some seem to start failing. o cut a long story short, does anybody have recommendations on what product to buy to get such a cable with better quality? Check conrad.de, they usually provide higher quality components Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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