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USB-C to Micro SD Card Adapter

USB-C to Micro SD Card Adapter

MPN: 1B-USB-C-SDE-ADAPTER
StarTech.com
Micro SD Reader
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Overview

The 1B-USB-C-SDE-ADAPTER is a compact external memory card reader designed for high-speed data transfer between Micro SD media and USB-C hosts. It leverages the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface to support theoretical speeds up to 10 Gbps, significantly reducing latency when offloading large firmware images or logs. The device is bus-powered at 5V and operates within a standard temperature range of 0C to 60C.

Why Choose This Part

This adapter supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 protocol, providing a higher bandwidth ceiling compared to standard USB 3.0 readers. Its native USB-C connector eliminates the need for dongles on modern engineering laptops, while the compact form factor makes it ideal for field service kits.

Applications

Firmware Deployment
Quickly flash Micro SD boot images for single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi or industrial modules.
Data Log Retrieval
Offload large telemetry or sensor log files from field-deployed Micro SD cards to a workstation via high-speed USB-C.
Embedded System Imaging
Create and restore full disk images for embedded Linux systems during the prototyping and production testing phase.

Key Specifications

Card Type Micro SD
Interface USB

Getting Started

Plug the adapter into any USB-C port on a host computer; it is typically plug-and-play and does not require proprietary drivers. For low-level imaging, use tools like dd on Linux or Etcher to write binary images directly to the Micro SD card inserted in the slot.

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