# PPSTrigger V2.2 - Current Limit USB PD/PPS trigger

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE10406 · **Brand:** [CentyLab](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/centylab-australia)
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Turn your USB-C PPS charger into a variable lab supply. This module negotiates 3.3 – 21 volt outputs and features constant current limiting for safely driving LEDs directly.

## Pricing

- **Price:** $24.95 (inc GST) — $22.68 AUD, exc GST
- **Quantity discounts:** 12+ $22.00 (exc GST)

## Availability & dispatch

- In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM (Australia/Sydney).
- We can dispatch 6 today; more stock is typically available with a 5–30 day lead time.

## Description

The PPSTrigger V2.2 is a specialised USB Power Delivery (PD) negotiation board designed to extract precise voltages and current limits from modern USB-C chargers.

Unlike standard trigger boards that are locked to fixed voltage profiles (5V, 9V, 12V, 20V), this device leverages the Programmable Power Supply (PPS) protocol to allow fine-grained control over power output, effectively acting as a miniature interface between a consumer charger and your electronics projects.

For makers and engineers, powering devices with non-standard requirements - such as 8.4V for camera dummies, 10.8V for LED strips, or 13.8V for radios—. Doing this conventionally usually involves bulky lab bench supplies or inefficient buck/boost converters. The PPSTrigger V2.2 solves this pain point by transforming any PPS-compatible GaN charger or power bank into a portable, adjustable laboratory power supply, capable of delivering specific voltages directly to your projects.

This V2.2 iteration is engineered with a focus on reliability and circuit safety, featuring integrated reverse current blocking and a flyback diode to handle inductive loads. With a simple onboard potentiometer for voltage adjustment and robust screw terminals for connectivity, it offers a professional-grade power solution that requires no coding or soldering to deploy.

### Core Features

- **Turn any PPS Charger into a Lab Supply:** Negotiate output voltages anywhere between 3.3V and 21V in 20mV increments, allowing you to power devices that don't adhere to standard USB PD fixed voltages without extra regulators.
- **Integrated Constant Current (CC) Modes:** safely drive raw LEDs and COB strips by selecting hard-limit current caps (1A, 1.5A, 2A, 2.5A, 3A) via simple jumper settings, removing the need for external drivers.
- **Robust Circuit Protection:** Prevents damage to your USB-C charger or power bank with built-in reverse current protection (ideal for battery applications) and a flyback diode to suppress spikes from motors and solenoids.
- **Solder-Free Connectivity:** Quickly connect prototypes via the 5mm pitch screw terminals, while retaining access to USB 2.0 D+ and D- data lines for pass-through applications.
- **Visual Feedback:** Monitor the state of your power delivery instantly with the onboard LED indicator, ensuring you know when the trigger is active and supplying power.
 
### Specifications

 | Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Input Protocol | USB-C PD 3.0 / PD 3.1 (**Must** support PPS) |
| Output Voltage Range | 3.3V – 21V DC (Adjustable via Potentiometer) |
| Max Output Current | 5A (Dependent on charger and e-marked cable) |
| Current Limit Settings (CC Mode) | 1A, 1.5A, 2A, 2.5A, 3A (Selectable via Solder Jumpers) |
| Output Connector | Screw Terminal (5mm Pitch) |
| Protection Features | Reverse Current Protection, Flyback Diode, ESD on data lines |
| Data Passthrough | Yes (USB 2.0 D+ / D-) |

## Images

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