Tiny PAT: USB-C Power Adapter Tester

A small, open, affordable USB-C power adapter tester.

We are quickly entering the age of USB Type-C. This "jack of all trades" port is appearing in more and more new electronic devices.

USB Type-C helps to reduce reliance on proprietary power adapters and USB cables; you can move to a single, robust, and compact solution that works on all devices. USB-C is quickly replacing various USB-B and USB-A connectors and cables with a standard that is meant to be "future-proof."

As more and more of our devices will be using USB-C power adapters, it is essential that developers and manufacturers have an easy way to test their USB-C power adapters during development and manufacturing.

That’s where the USBCEE Tiny-PAT comes in — it’s the world’s smallest, fastest, easiest, and lowest cost USB-C power adapter tester.

Key Features:

• Compact and Affordable:
  The Tiny-PAT is smaller and less expensive than traditional USB-C testing equipment. 
  
• Accurate Measurements:
  It precisely measures voltage, current, and power output, ensuring adapters meet specifications. 
  
• USB-PD Support:
  It supports testing of USB-C PD 3.0 Programmable Power Supply (PPS), Quick Charge (QC) 4.0, and PD 2.0 power adapters. 
  
• Manual and Automated Testing:
  It offers both manual mode for debugging and validation, and automated mode for mass production testing. 
  
• User-Friendly GUI:
  The "Power Tester" GUI simplifies the testing process. 
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Faster Testing: Reduces the time and effort required for testing compared to traditional methods. 
  
• Cost-Effective: A more affordable option for testing USB-C power adapters. 
  
• Versatile: Suitable for both prototyping and mass production testing. 
  
• Troubleshooting: Helps diagnose charging issues and ensures reliable power delivery. 
  

Who Needs Tiny-PAT

• Marketing/Sales Professionals: Demonstrate power adapter quality
• USB-C Power Adapter Developers: Make quick, easy, and repeatable tests
• IT Technicians: Cut debugging steps and go straight to the source quickly and easily

In essence, the Tiny-PAT aims to democratize USB-C power adapter testing by making it more accessible to a wider range of users. 

Available at:

https://www.crowdsupply.com/usbcee/tiny-pat#products