P10-11 Cover Story Selectric:Layout 1 23/11/2021 10:24 Page 10 Selectric introduc


With so many laptops and desktop computers now featuring the interface, it's clear that the USB Type-C connector is here to stay. The USB-C has some great new features that you won’t find in older USB connectors. This is why Selectric thought it was important to bring their USB sockets fully up to date with the latest charging technology.


The power capability of the USB-C far exceeds that of the traditional USB-A so can be used to charge a much broader range of devices. Many myths and misconceptions surround the USB-C, but we can’t deny the fact that it performs well in terms of data transfers. USB-C boasts of higher data transfer speeds compared to its USB predecessors. The Selectric USB-C ports charge up to 3A compared to the 2.4A USB-A.


Not only that but the 24 pin USB connector system has a rotationally symmetrical connector shape, so it doesn’t matter which way up the plug is; you can insert it either way to charge your device. This eliminates the frustrations of earlier USB ports and put it on a par with Apple’s reversible Lightning plug. It also results in a neater plate finish as the socket is much smaller and thinner than a traditional USB port.


Selectric’s new sockets support both Type A and Type C ports, so even if not all your devices are fully up to date, you can still take advantage of both charging ports. It may take some time to fully transition to USB-C and so both ports should still be incredibly useful during this transitional period.


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