USB Tutorial: How to Make a USB Coil Cable

Rich Gates August 21, 2008 USB Tutorials

Here is a simple USB tutorial on taking a typical phone cord and splicing it so USB connectors sit on each end.Â The concept being a cheap and easy way to make a short cable expand out for long distance connection during use.

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The only fear is that phone cords are not well shielded and that might slow down the data transfers or possible drop packets.Â But at the length shown here, we feel you’re alright. If anything, making the USB coil cable would be a nice little project for a DIY starter.Â Great to sharp those soldering skills and steady hand.Â The full USB tutorial can be found at Instructables.

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Rich Gates

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USB Tutorial: How to Make a USB Coil Cable

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