DMX / USB-C Adapter Box for Amaran t2c/t4c or Nanlite

I wanted a way to connect into my t2c/t4c lights and at the time, Aputure did not have any connector cables available. I created this little box as a way to solve that issue.

DMX/XLR Connectors: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/2255800377393550.html

(these are cheap and they feel cheap, but they size correctly)

USB-C Breakout Board: https://www.amazon.com/Teansic-Socket-Female-Connector-Transfer/dp/B0B1MN1CZ5/ https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256803091532027.html (not sure about exact fit in model)

You may be able to get away with just the Female socket ones, but the model was constructed for the male/female board -- I do not recommend using both sides for chaining. My build used the ones from the Amazon link above.

More information and wiring: https://blog.corrlabs.com/2023/01/unreal-to-dmx-using-usb-dmx-and-qlc.html

Video with schematic breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouFLKKZSedg

NOTE FOR NANLITE: If you want to wire this for Nanlite, make sure to use D+/D- on the board instead of A10/A11.

I have also included the Blender file (no judgement) so you can modify the model as needed for different parts. Yes, I use a lot of booleans...

BTW, the indentation side is for the press-release tab on the female connector.

Final words: If you are just connecting a couple lights and/or want to avoid DIY issues, you are probably better off (time/money) purchasing the Aputure cable (if available): https://shop.aputure.com/products/amaran-type-c-to-dmx-adapter.

Also, Nanlite cables tend to be a fairly inexpensive and available - so consider that too, if applicable.

For cabling, make sure you don't put too much pressure on the breakout boards directly, they can snap off very easily.