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Dongle Cradle

Dongle Cradle

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$5.00at Tundra LabsChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $5.00 at Tundra Labs on Nov 9.

Our take on the Dongle Cradle

The Tundra Labs Dongle Cradle is a small USB-C to USB-A adapter with a stand built in. It holds a wireless USB dongle upright, lifting it off the desk, and its internal board has a solid copper ground plane that counterbalances a dongle's monopole antenna. A 5.1k resistor pair handles 5V negotiation, and an LED shows power. It suits VR users running SteamVR wireless dongles and anyone who wants a tidier, better-placed receiver. Most USB-C-to-USB-A adapters are flat plugs with no stand or ground plane, so the Cradle's value is in the mount and the antenna setup, not in the conversion itself.

Best forSteamVR wireless dongle usersDesk setups with USB-C portsBuyers who want a dongle off the desk surfacePeople adding a USB-A port to a laptop
Pros
  • Holds a dongle upright for better RF placement
  • Copper ground plane counterbalances monopole antennas
  • Doubles as a USB-C to USB-A adapter
  • LED shows power presence
  • Includes a 30 cm USB-C to USB-C cable
Cons
  • Dongles and the Dongle Hub are sold separately
  • Only USB-A downstream, no extra ports
  • Upright stand helps only dongles that fit it
  • Cable is short for reaching a rear port

Dongle Cradle prices at every store

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    $5.00Checked Nov 9
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About the Dongle Cradle

The Dongle Cradle holds a wireless USB dongle upright. This position is meant to optimize the dongle's RF performance and lifts it off the desk surface.

The internal PCB has a solid filled copper ground plane. It acts as a counterbalance to the dongle's monopole antenna.

It can also be used as an adapter from USB-C to USB-A. A 30 cm USB-C to USB-C cable is included for connecting it to the Dongle Hub. Dongles and the Dongle Hub are sold separately.

Upstream port
USB-C receptacle
Downstream port
USB-A receptacle
Indicator
LED for power presence
Power negotiation
5.1k resistors for 5V
Ground plane
Solid filled copper on internal PCB
In the box
Dongle Cradle, 30 cm USB-C to USB-C cable
Not included
Dongles and Dongle Hub

Questions and answers

Does it come with a dongle?
No. Dongles and the Dongle Hub are sold separately. The Cradle is the stand and adapter only.
Will it work with any USB dongle?
It passes USB-A through, so a standard dongle plugs into the downstream port. The upright position is designed around dongle monopole antennas.
Does it need external power?
No. It draws 5V from the USB-C host through the 5.1k negotiation resistors, and the LED confirms power.
Can I use it as a plain USB-C to USB-A adapter?
Yes. The USB-C upstream and USB-A downstream ports let it convert a USB-C port to USB-A, with or without a dongle.
What cable is included?
A 30 cm USB-C to USB-C cable is included, sized for connecting to the Dongle Hub.
Does it support USB data beyond the dongle?
It is built for dongle use and USB-A conversion. The listing does not state higher data or charging rates, so treat it as a basic USB-A port.
Where is the Dongle Cradle cheapest?
At Tundra Labs, for $5.00, as of our latest check.

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