With the SparkFun Power Delivery Board’s USB-C connection it has the ability to achieve higher voltages, typically 5-20V and up to 100W of power. The Power Delivery Board uses a standalone controller to negotiate with the power adapters and have them switch to a higher voltage other than just 5V. This uses the same power adapter for different projects rather than relying on multiple power adapters to provide different output voltages. The Power Delivery Board is also part of SparkFuns Qwiic connect system, so you wont have to do any soldering to figure out how things are oriented.
The SparkFun Power Delivery Board takes advantage of the power delivery standard with the use of a standalone controller from STMicroelectronics, the STUSB4500. The STUSB4500 is a USB power delivery controller that addresses sink devices. It implements a proprietary algorithm to allow the negotiation of a power delivery contract with a source (i.e. a power delivery wall wart or power adapter) without the need for an external microcontroller, although you will need a microcontroller to configure the board. PDO profiles are configured in an integrated non-volatile memory. The controller does all the heavy lifting of power negotiation and provides an easy way to configure over I2C.
Key Features

Input and output voltage range of 5-20V

Output current up to 5A

Three configurable power delivery profiles

Auto-run Type-C and USB PD sink controller

Certified USB Type-C rev 1.2 and USB PD rev 2.0

Integrated VBUS voltage monitoring

Integrated VBUS switch gate drivers (PMOS)

STEMMA QT / Qwiic 4-pin 1mm Pitch White Female Connector Cable 150mm Long – Both Sidecan be purchased seperately.
Resources

Schematic

Eagle Files

Hookup Guide

Datasheet(STUSB4500)

Arduino Library

GitHub Hardware Repo

FAQs:
Q: What is the primary function of the SparkFun USB-C Power Delivery Board?
A: The SparkFun USB-C Power Delivery Board provides versatile power delivery capabilities with USB-C connectivity, allowing it to supply multiple voltage levels for various electronics projects.
Q: What voltage levels does the USB-C Power Delivery Board support?
A: The board supports multiple voltage levels including 5V, 9V, 12V, 15V, and 20V, making it suitable for a wide range of applications requiring different power requirements.
Q: How do I connect the Power Delivery Board to my project?
A: The board features a USB-C input for power and a Qwiic connector for easy integration with SparkFun’s Qwiic ecosystem, allowing for seamless connection to compatible sensors and modules.
Q: What are the main applications for the USB-C Power Delivery Board?
A: This board is ideal for powering and controlling projects that require efficient power management, such as robotics, portable devices, and custom electronics that need multiple voltage levels.
Q: Can the USB-C Power Delivery Board be used with microcontrollers and single-board computers?
A: Yes, the board is designed to be compatible with various microcontrollers and single-board computers, including Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other platforms, making it a versatile addition to any development setup.