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==Explanation== | ==Explanation== | ||
− | + | {{incomplete|Created by a USB-DC PLUG. Please mention here why this explanation isn't complete. Do NOT delete this tag too soon.}} | |
− | + | {{w|USB-C}} connectors are the newest version of the {{w|USB|USB standard}}, and were controversial on launch{{citation needed}} for reasons Randall [[927: Standards|previously covered]]. Randall proposes a new type of connector which would see two USB plugs side-by-side able to be inserted simultaneously by housing them inside a {{w|NEMA_connector#NEMA_1|NEMA 1-15P}} plug, more commonly known as a Type A plug, that is usually used on small appliances in the United States to draw AC current. This does not seem to offer any advantages other than reviving the controversy. | |
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− | {{w|USB-C}} connectors are the newest version of the {{w|USB|USB standard}}, and Randall | ||
Further, the plug introduces several disadvantages, including, but not limited to | Further, the plug introduces several disadvantages, including, but not limited to | ||
*The plug creates the risk of accidentally plugging a USB-C device into a power outlet, which is likely to damage the device as the voltage of a NEMA 1 circuit is about six times as large as the maximum for USB-C. Additionally, mains power outlets typically supply {{w|Alternating_current|alternating current}}, whilst USB devices operate on {{w|Direct_current|direct current}}, which is also likely to result in damage to the device. | *The plug creates the risk of accidentally plugging a USB-C device into a power outlet, which is likely to damage the device as the voltage of a NEMA 1 circuit is about six times as large as the maximum for USB-C. Additionally, mains power outlets typically supply {{w|Alternating_current|alternating current}}, whilst USB devices operate on {{w|Direct_current|direct current}}, which is also likely to result in damage to the device. | ||
− | + | *The plug likely wont fit a power outlet (NEMA plug pins have a 6.4×1.5 mm cross-section and the USB-C is 8.4×2.6 mm.) | |
− | *The plug likely | ||
*Any device meant to be connected to the full plug would need vertical ports, making any theoretical device quite thick. | *Any device meant to be connected to the full plug would need vertical ports, making any theoretical device quite thick. | ||
*The plug could occupy 6+ ports of a USB-C hub with vertical ports, taking up the space to charge 2-6 phones with a single device. | *The plug could occupy 6+ ports of a USB-C hub with vertical ports, taking up the space to charge 2-6 phones with a single device. | ||
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The connector therefore is considered cursed. | The connector therefore is considered cursed. | ||
− | + | The title text indicates that an equivalent for the 3-pronged {{w|NEMA_connector#NEMA_5|NEMA 5-15P}} plug (a.k.a the Type B plug) for AC current could be created easily by incorporating a USB-B plug, which are small and square-shaped and could therefore function as the ground prong. There appears to be no reason to do this other than because both names contain the letter 'B'. | |
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+ | Unconventional uses for electric plugs are a recurring topic in XKCD (see [[1293: Job Interview]] and [[1395: Power Cord]]). Combining them with USB was previously explored in [[1406: Universal Converter Box]] among other combinations. | ||
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+ | ==Transcript== | ||
+ | {{incomplete transcript|Do NOT delete this tag too soon.}} | ||
− | + | :[A picture of a plug with two prongs is shown. Each prong is a USB-C connector.] | |
− | + | :Title: Cursed Connectors #187 | |
− | + | :Subtitle: Dual USB-C | |
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− | :Dual USB-C | ||
{{comic discussion}} | {{comic discussion}} | ||
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