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Powering Netduino using micro USB charger?

Started by Frode, Jun 03 2015 08:51 PM

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#1 Frode

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Posted 03 June 2015 - 08:51 PM

Hi,

this might be a silly question, but I want to ask before I connect. I'm pretty sure it'll work, but better to be on the safe side.

Is there any reason why a Netduino can't be powered using a regular micro USB cellphone charger? Since you can power the board using micro USB when debugging I'm assuming that the board can be powered using a charger, right?

And if so, what would be the minimum current requirement for the charger?

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#2 Chris Walker

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Posted 03 June 2015 - 09:42 PM

Hi Frode,

No worries, better safe (asking questions) than sorry (wishing you had later)...

USB chargers have to conform to the same USB power specs as computer USB ports. That's one of the beauties about USB. So as long as it's a good USB charger, you're good to go!

You can also power your Netduino using its USB jack from any 5V regulated source that's rated for 500mA.

Chris