# USB4215-03-A (Component)
## Description
USB-C (USB TYPE-C) USB 2.0 Receptacle Connector 24 (16+8 Dummy) Position Surface Mount, Right Angle; Through Hole USB Type-C receptacle 16 pin USB2.0
The USB4215-03-A is a USB Type-C receptacle connector designed for USB 2.0 applications. It features a 16-pin configuration supporting reversible plug orientation with standard USB 2.0 differential data lines and configuration channel (CC) pins. The connector is intended for surface-mount PCB assembly with through-hole shell stakes for enhanced mechanical strength. It is widely used in compact embedded systems for power delivery, charging interfaces, and basic data communication.
Key Features
USB Type-C receptacle (USB 2.0 compliant)
16 functional pins (no SuperSpeed support)
Reversible plug orientation
Surface-mount contacts with through-hole shell tabs
Compact, low-profile design
High insertion cycle durability
Suitable for automated assembly
Electrical Characteristics
Rated Current:
VBUS: up to 5.0 A (depending on PCB design and cable)
Signal pins: 0.25 A max
Rated Voltage: 20 V DC max
Contact Resistance: ≤ 40 mΩ
Insulation Resistance: ≥ 100 MΩ
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage: 100 V AC
Mechanical Characteristics
Mounting Type: Surface Mount (SMT) with Through-Hole Shield Tabs
Number of Positions: 16
Mating Cycles: 10,000 cycles (typical)
Insertion Force: 5–20 N
Extraction Force: 8–20 N
Material Specifications
Contacts: Copper Alloy
Contact Plating: Gold over Nickel
Housing: High-temperature thermoplastic (UL94V-0)
Shell: Stainless Steel
Environmental Characteristics
Operating Temperature Range: -25°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
RoHS Compliant: Yes
Halogen Free: Yes
Pin Configuration (USB 2.0 Type-C)
VBUS (Power)
GND (Ground)
D+ / D− (USB 2.0 differential pair)
CC1 / CC2 (Configuration channel)
SBU pins (optional/unused in USB 2.0 designs)
Applications
USB power input (5 V / USB-C PD trigger designs)
Embedded systems and development boards
Consumer electronics
Charging interfaces
Low-speed USB communication devices
Packaging
Tape & Reel for automated pick-and-place assembly
Compliance & Standards
USB Type-C Specification (USB 2.0 interface)
RoHS / REACH compliant
UL recognized materials
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## Component Details
- **Owner:** adrian95
- **Created:** 5/2/2025
- **Last Updated:** 4/21/2026
- **Visibility:** Public
- **Part Type:** USB C
- **Datasheet URL:** {"url":"https://mm.digikey.com/Volume0/opasdata/d220001/medias/docus/6328/USB4215-03-A1.pdf","text":"https://mm.digikey.com/Volume0/opasdata/d220001/medias/docus/6328/USB4215-03-A1.pdf"}
- **Package or Case Code:** GCT_USB4215-03-A_REVA
- **License:** https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
- **Manufacturer Name:** GCT
- **Manufacturer Part Number:** USB4215-03-A
- **Used in:** 457 projects
## Distributor Pricing (qty 1)
*Pricing shown for quantity 1. For price breaks and other quantities, open in Flux.*
| Distributor | Unit Price (qty 1) | Stock |
|------------|--------------------|-------|
| [LCSC](https://www.lcsc.com/product-detail/C37616412.html) | $0.963 | 1.2K |
| [Mouser](https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/GCT/USB4215-03-A?qs=IKkN%2F947nfBipec8wvDabA%3D%3D) | $0.60 | 13K |
| [TME](https://www.tme.com/us/en-us/katalog/?queryPhrase=USB4215-03-A) | $0.63 | 1.2K |
| [Verical](https://www.verical.com/pd/global-connector-technology-unsorted-USB4215-03-A-14529465?utm_currency=USD) | N/A | N/A |
- **Part Type:** Connectors
- **Sub-Type:** Power Connectors
- **MPN:** USB4215-03-A
- **Mount Type:** Surface Mount
- **Package / Case Code:** TO
- **Pin Count:** 16
- **Compliance:** Rohs, REACH, Halogen Free
## Pins
| Pin | Name | Type |
|-----|------|------|
| A1_B12 | GND_A | |
| A4_B9 | VBUS_A | |
| A5 | CC1 | |
| A6 | DP1 | |
| A7 | DN1 | |
| A8 | SBU1 | |
| B1_A12 | GND_B | |
| B4_A9 | VBUS_B | |
| B5 | CC2 | |
| B6 | DP2 | |
| B7 | DN2 | |
| B8 | SBU2 | |
| SH1 | SHIELD | |
| SH2 | SHIELD | |
| SH3 | SHIELD | |
| SH4 | SHIELD | |
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