USB Type-B Female Socket – Right Angle (PCB Mount)

Description

The USB Type-B Female Socket (Right Angle) is the industry-standard connector for transferring serial data and providing 5V power to larger peripheral devices and development boards. Famous for being the primary connector on classic Arduino Uno boards and standard office printers, this robust socket is designed to withstand thousands of insertion and removal cycles.

Available at Tomson Electronics, this socket features a 90-degree right-angle orientation and standard through-hole (THT) mounting pins. The integrated metal shield provides excellent mechanical stability when soldered directly to your Printed Circuit Board (PCB), ensuring the port will not snap off when heavy cables are plugged in or pulled. It is an essential component for hardware engineers building custom USB interfaces, MIDI controllers, or embedded test equipment.

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Specifications

• Connector Type: USB Type-B (Standard)
• Gender: Female / Receptacle
• Orientation: Right Angle (90 Degree)
• Mounting Type: Through-hole (PCB Mount)
• Pin Count: 4 Pins (VBUS, D-, D+, GND)
• Current Rating: 1A to 2.5A (Typical per pin)
• Voltage Rating: 30V AC/DC
• Shielding: Tin-plated copper alloy (Metal Shell)
• Housing Material: High-temperature thermoplastic (UL 94V-0)

Applications

• Development Boards: Serving as the primary programming and power port on custom microcontroller projects like Arduino clones.
• Audio/MIDI Equipment: Providing a rugged, latch-free digital interface for USB audio DACs, synthesizers, and MIDI foot controllers.
• Computer Peripherals: Acting as the main communication port for custom CNC routers, 3D printers, and standard paper printers.
• Industrial Interfaces: Creating secure data logging ports on factory test equipment and ruggedized enclosures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Is this compatible with USB 3.0 Type-B cables?
A: No. This is a standard USB 2.0 Type-B socket. A USB 3.0 Type-B cable has an extra "hump" on top containing 5 additional pins and will physically not fit into this USB 2.0 receptacle. However, a standard USB 2.0 cable will fit perfectly.

Q: What is the spacing (pitch) of the pins for my PCB design?
A: The four electrical pins are generally spaced with a 2.5mm (roughly 0.1 inch) pitch in a staggered layout. However, they are not designed to plug directly into a standard breadboard due to the arrangement and the two large structural ground tabs on the metal shield.

Q: Can I use this for power delivery only, without data?
A: Yes. You can simply connect the VBUS (Pin 1) to your 5V rail and the GND (Pin 4) to your ground plane, leaving the D+ and D- pins unconnected (floating). However, keep in mind standard USB 2.0 limits current draw, so it is best suited for projects drawing under 1A to 2A.

Package Includes

• 1 × USB Type-B Female Socket – Right Angle (PCB Mount)