[Ovmsdev] USB C (unofficial mod)

A Boxing Day microsoldering project…

Could this be the first USB-C OVMS v3? I would love for this to be official, but not at the moment. The change would invalidate our certifications, require an injection mold change, and doesn’t take advantage of USB-C PD (for higher power). But it was fun to do some micro soldering on Boxing Day morning.

Mod involves one of those new USB-C diy upgrade sockets (FMC002 version available on aliexpress or taobao - about USD2 for five), some very tiny soldering, and a file to open up the hole on the case. Result is the same data and power - just no more micro-USB. I wouldn’t attempt it unless you are comfortable with a microscope and hot air rework.

Merry Xmas to all!