TE Connectivity has been at the forefront of every major USB evolution. From helping to pioneer the first USB 1.0 connectors in the mid-1990s to delivering cutting-edge USB4 Gen 3 solutions today, TE Connectivity has been at the forefront of every major USB evolution. As a founding member of the USB-IF, TE has consistently participated in the industry’s transition to faster data transfer speeds and more powerful charge capabilities, while supporting innovations like reversible USB Type-C interfaces and enhanced power delivery capabilities up to 240 W. Our comprehensive portfolio - from standard Type-A and Type-B to ruggedized, waterproof USB-C connectors — empowers designers with strong reliability, scalability, and flexibility for applications spanning consumer electronics, industrial automation, and next-generation IoT ecosystems.
Product Features:
Specifications for USB Connectors
- Allows for charging
- Broad family of board mount receptacles, in various orientations and PCB mounting styles
- Cable mount overmold plug kits for all USB sizes and types
- Consolidates serial parallel, keyboards, mice, and game ports
- Compatible with asynchronous and isochronous data transfer methods
- Polarized for proper orientation
- Plug-and-Play capability
- Hot pluggable, permitting attaching or detaching peripherals without power downtime or reboot
Select Applications:
USB Connectors
- Desktop and laptop computers
- Keyboards / mice
- Joysticks / game ports
- Printers / scanners
- Digital audio
- Modems
- Portable storage devices
- Mobile phones
- GPS devices
Frequently Asked Questions
Types of USB Cable Connectors
Q: What types and options should be considered when designing for micro USB 2.0?
A: Learn more about micro USB versatility in this brief overview.
Q: What USB connector allows for reversible insertion?
A: Only USB Type-C allows for both a flippable and reversable mating interface.
Read more: USB Connectors Frequently Asked Questions.




