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Forums › Gadgets, robotics, home automation, electronics (including wearables) › Looking for a 10m USB power cable (5v)
peejayw

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#250791 25-May-2019 16:39
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I need to run about 10m of 5v power to a webcam. I haven't been able to find a usb extension cable so far, needs to be USB A to USB micro.

 

If I have to make one, what gauge of wire should I use for that length?




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  #2245441 25-May-2019 16:44
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Get a DC to DC that outputs 5v at the camera end and stick 12v up the cables and anything will be fine within reason.  Like this one, which I use for raspberry pi's.

 

There are ones that will take higher voltages, but chances are you have a wallwart from an old HDD or some other obsolete piece of gear lying around.




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  #2245443 25-May-2019 16:51
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Thats perfect thanks. Yes have a 12v wallwart to use.




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