Gadget of the Month March 2025

Written By Udo Koch

USB Cable Tester

Who doesn’t have a bunch of USB cables and not sure if they are functional, data capable or just charging cables. This device will take the guesswork out of your “Kabelsalad”.

  • The product can be used to test different types of USB cables, including Type B 3.0, Type B 2.0, Type C 3.0 (Type C 3.1/Type C 3.2), Micro B 3.0, Micro B 2.0, MiniB 2.0 for Lightning.

  • Onboard CR2032 button battery or external power supply (Vin) within the range of DC 3-12V. Vin provides reverse connection protection.

  • Test results are displayed through 24 LED indicators, with each pin corresponding to an LED light.

 It can be purchased at amazon.com for about $120. Amazon.com: YZTERA SWR Power Meter CQV-SWR-508 200w Digital Standing Wave Meter Work from 1.8-54Mhz : Industrial & Scientific

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