How USB-C is powering the future of electronics
The evolution of USB Type-C is reshaping the electronics landscape, offering greater efficiency, higher power capacity, and reduced e-waste. As the European Union’s Common Charger Directive emerges, industries must adapt to new regulatory requirements while leveraging the latest USB Power Delivery (PD) technology advancements.
To help engineers, designers, and industry professionals navigate these changes, Avnet Silica hosted an exclusive two-day webinar covering the latest developments in USB Type-C and USB PD 3.2.
Industry experts provide key insights into USB-C's expanded capabilities, including its role in sustainable energy consumption, device interoperability, and the future of high-power applications. With leading semiconductor manufacturers on board, attendees can gain exclusive knowledge on cutting-edge power conversion solutions, fast-charging technologies, and reference designs that streamline product development.
USB-C PD 3.2 and the future of power delivery
By introducing USB PD 3.2 and Extended Power Range (EPR) cables, this marks a turning point in device charging. Previously, USB-C Power Delivery was limited to 100W under the Standard Power Range (SPR). With a 240W capacity, USB-C can power a broader range of devices, including high-performance laptops, gaming consoles, home appliances, power tools, garden tools, industrial equipment, e-bicycles, and many more.
This shift eliminates the need for proprietary charging bricks and adapters, simplifying power management across multiple devices while reducing environmental impact.
What you’ll learn
This webinar covers a range of essential topics, including:
- Learn how new EU regulations aim to standardise charging solutions, reduce electronic waste, and increase consumer convenience.
- Discover how the latest iteration of USB Power Delivery increases power output to 240W (48V at 5A), expanding USB Type-C’s role in high-performance devices.
- Find out how EPR cables enable significantly higher power transfer, making it possible to charge gaming laptops, high-performance workstations, and future power-hungry devices without proprietary chargers.
- Explore real-world use cases, from wall socket sources providing 30W to 100W (or 240W) power to portable sources and high-power sink devices.
- Get insights into essential building blocks such as AC/DC converters, power factor correction (PFC), DC/DC converters, and smart USB Type-C PD controllers.
Why should you watch?
The shift towards universal, high-power USB Type-C solutions creates unprecedented opportunities for engineers and product designers. By watching this webinar on-demand, you’ll get:
- expert insights — learn the latest power conversion technologies and reference designs from top semiconductor manufacturers.
- real-world applications — discover how companies integrate USB PD 3.2 to enhance efficiency, reduce power loss, and simplify development.
- guidance on regulatory readiness — gain a comprehensive understanding of the EU’s charging regulations and how they impact product design and compliance.
- a future roadmap — understand the long-term implications of USB Type-C advancements and how they will shape future technology landscapes.
Who should watch?
This webinar is ideal for:
- Hardware engineers developing next-gen consumer electronics.
- Product designers integrating USB-C power solutions.
- OEMs and manufacturers adapting to new EU regulations.
- Power management specialists optimising efficiency in charging solutions.
- Product marketing managers and marketing innovation managers
- Anyone interested in sustainable and high-efficiency power delivery
Don’t delay — watch now!
The future of power delivery is here, and USB Type-C is at the forefront of this transformation. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and discover how to implement the latest USB PD advancements into your products.
