Skip to product information
1 of 2

DIY USB Type-A to Bare Wire Cable (1m) | 24AWG 2-Core Power Pigtail

DIY USB Type-A to Bare Wire Cable (1m) | 24AWG 2-Core Power Pigtail

🔥 1 sold✓ In stock
Regular price HK$8.00
Regular price Sale price HK$8.00
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Quantity

Short Product Description

The DIY USB Type-A to Bare Wire Cable (1m) is a ready-to-solder power pigtail designed for custom 5V electronics projects. Featuring a standard USB-A male connector on one end and pre-stripped, tinned 24AWG red and black wires on the other, it eliminates the hassle of cutting and stripping standard data cables. Capable of handling up to 2A of current safely, it is the perfect solution for powering LED strips, Arduino boards, and DC motors. Available in-stock at Sun Cheong Computer Co. Ltd. (新昌電腦有限公司) in Sham Shui Po, this is an essential component for local makers and STEM educators.

Key Features

  • Pre-Tinned Bare Wires: Factory-stripped and coated with solder, allowing for instant, hassle-free connection to your PCBs or components.
  • Thick 24AWG Conductors: Utilizes heavy-duty 24AWG copper wiring to safely support up to 2A of current with minimal voltage drop.
  • Dedicated 2-Core Power: Contains only the essential Red (+5V) and Black (GND) wires, eliminating the clutter of unused data lines.
  • Durable PVC Jacket: Rated for 80°C and 300V, the flexible outer jacket protects the internal cores from physical abrasion and heat.
  • Universal 1-Meter Length: Provides the perfect balance between reach and portability for desktop STEM projects and custom lighting setups.

Full Product Description

Streamline Your Custom 5V Power Projects

This pre-stripped and tinned USB power cable allows you to instantly connect any 5V device to a standard USB power bank or wall charger without tedious wire preparation. Traditionally, DIYers have to sacrifice a standard USB cable, carefully slice open the outer jacket, isolate the tiny internal wires, and strip them without breaking the delicate copper strands. This dedicated 2-core power pigtail comes factory-stripped with perfectly tinned ends, meaning you can apply your soldering iron immediately and complete your circuit in seconds.

Heavy-Duty 24AWG Copper Cores

Built with thick 24 American Wire Gauge (AWG) copper conductors, this cable significantly reduces voltage drop over its 1-meter length compared to cheap, standard USB cables. When powering high-drain components like long RGB LED strips, servo motors, or Raspberry Pi boards, thin 28AWG wires often cause power starvation and erratic device behavior. The robust 24AWG cores in this cable can safely and continuously carry up to 2 Amps of current, ensuring your custom electronics receive the stable 5V power they demand.

Pro Tip from Our Technicians

Always slide a piece of heat shrink tubing over the wires before you begin soldering to ensure a safe, professional finish. Our Sham Shui Po DIY specialists remind you that the Red wire is strictly for Positive (+5V) and the Black wire is for Ground (GND); reversing this polarity will instantly destroy most microcontrollers and LED modules.

Technical Specifications

  • Connector Type: USB 2.0 Type-A (Male)
  • Output End: Bare Wire (Pre-stripped and Tinned)
  • Cable Length: 1 Meter (100cm)
  • Wire Gauge: 24 AWG
  • Core Count: 2 Cores (2C - Power Only)
  • Wire Polarity: Red (Positive / +5V), Black (Negative / GND)
  • Jacket Ratings: 80°C, 300V
  • Maximum Current Capacity: Approx. 2.0A

Delivery Options

  • Local delivery within Hong Kong and in-store pickup.​
  • Free shipping for orders of HK$400 or above; HK$35 shipping fee for orders below HK$400.​
  • Shipped by SF Express, usually dispatched the same day for orders confirmed before 6:00 PM (Mon–Sat).​
  • Estimated delivery time: 1–3 business days after dispatch (Hong Kong).​
  • In-store pickup details (location and time) will be confirmed by email or phone message.​
  • Delivery times are estimates and may be affected by weather or unforeseen circumstances.​

FAQ Section

  • Can I use this cable for data transfer between devices?No, this is a 2-core (2C) cable designed strictly for power delivery (+5V and Ground) and does not contain the D+/D- data lines required for file transfers.
  • Why should I choose a 24AWG cable instead of cutting an old USB phone charger cable?You should choose this 24AWG cable because standard phone cables often use extremely thin 28AWG wire that causes severe voltage drops and cannot safely power motors or long LED strips.
  • Which wire is positive and which is negative?Following standard electrical color coding, the Red wire is the positive terminal (+5V) and the Black wire is the negative/ground terminal (GND).
  • Can I buy these in bulk for my school's STEM class at your Hong Kong store?Yes, we stock these DIY USB power cables in large quantities at our Sun Cheong Computer Co. Ltd. physical store in Sham Shui Po, making them perfect for classroom projects.
  • What is the maximum current this cable can safely handle?Thanks to its thick 24AWG copper cores, this cable can safely handle up to 2 Amps of continuous current for your 5V DIY projects.

Target Users / Applications

  • STEM educators teaching students how to solder and build basic 5V electronic circuits.
  • PC case modders creating custom USB-powered cooling fan setups.
  • Cosplayers and prop makers wiring portable 5V LED lighting systems to USB power banks.
View full details