Marco Tabini Unveils Dr. PD, Open-Source USB-C PD Analyzer
Dr. PD can sit between a USB-C Power Delivery source and sink or emulate a sink, working up to 48 volts and 240 watts.
Marco Tabini announced Dr. PD, an open-source USB-C Power Delivery protocol analyzer, according to Hackaday. The project is planned to be the subject of a crowdfunding campaign.
Dr. PD can sit between a USB-C PD source and sink, or emulate a sink in order to characterize a source. The analyzer supports a range of USB power protocols and works up to 48 volts and 240 watts.
The project is open source, and the planned crowdfunding campaign would cover its production.
Quick answers
What is Dr. PD?
Dr. PD is an open-source USB-C Power Delivery protocol analyzer created by Marco Tabini.
What can Dr. PD do?
It can sit between a USB-C PD source and sink, or emulate a sink to characterize a source. It supports a range of USB power protocols and works up to 48 volts and 240 watts.
Is a crowdfunding campaign planned for Dr. PD?
Yes, a crowdfunding campaign is planned for the project.