Common specs

cable Shielded 28AWG/1p + 24AWG/2c

1p = 1 twisted pair (for data)
2c = 2 core (for power)
connector 1 4-pin female waterproof 90 degree connector
connector 2 Straight USB-C connector
labels CAM
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notes Cable must be shielded USB cable or there will be EMI issues.

Variant specs

Camera Cable - USB-C, 2.1m

length 2.1m
Price $15.00
Quantity - Express 1
Quantity - Express XL 0
internal part name Camera Cable - USB-C, 2.1m (Express)
rev B
cost $5.70

Camera Cable - USB-C, 3.3m

length 3.3m
Price $20.00
Quantity - Express 0
Quantity - Express XL 1
internal part name Camera Cable - USB-C, 3.3m (Express XL)
rev B
cost $6.50

Component tests

Test Description Target Tolerance
Length Measure the length of the cable using a measuring tape. See BOM spec +/- 20mm
Diameter Measure the diameter of the cable using digital calipers. 5mm +/- 0.5mm
Cable Inspect the spec of the cable. Shielded 28AWG/1p + 24AWG/2c

1p = 1 twisted pair (for data)
2c = 2 core (for power)
N/A
Color Inspect the color of the cable. Black N/A
Labels Inspect both ends for labels. Should be labeled “CAM” N/A
Function Use the camera cable to connect a camera to the Farmduino Express. Take a photo using the web app. Image should be captured as expected N/A
90 degree connector Connect the 90 degree connector to a camera and submerge into a cup of water. Take a photo using the web app. The connector should make a waterproof connection, allowing an image to be captured as expected N/A
Electronics box fit Connect the camera cable to the Raspberry Pi in a fully assembled electronics box. Cable and connector should fit N/A