# Nintendo 3DS: USB-C Mod

The Nintendo 3DS USB-C Kit is a custom board that lets you upgrade your console by replacing the original charging port with an USB-C

- **Seller:** [The giltesa's shop](https://lectronz.com/stores/giltesa), Cuarte de Huerva, Zaragoza, Spain
- **Price:** €12.00 (EUR, before shipping and taxes)
- **Availability:** In stock
- **Categories:** Gaming
- **Product page:** https://lectronz.com/products/nintendo-3ds-usb-c-mod

## Links

- [Documentation](https://github.com/giltesa/Nintendo-3DS-USB-C-Kit/raw/master/3.%20Documentation/Installation%20Guide.pdf)
- [Code](https://github.com/giltesa/Nintendo-3DS-USB-C-Kit)

## Images

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## Description

The **Nintendo 3DS USB-C Kit** is a custom board that lets you upgrade your console by replacing the original charging port with a modern, universal **USB-C** connector. 

Replace your old or damaged **charging port** and upgrade to modern convenience. **This USB-C mod kit lets you charge your console using any standard USB-C charger**, including those for your Nintendo Switch, smartphone, or laptop. This board is compatible with the following models:

*   Nintendo 3DS
*   Nintendo 3DS XL
*   Nintendo New 3DS
*   Nintendo New 3DS XL

The kit also includes a plastic insert that holds the original dock’s metal contacts, allowing you to **charge your Nintendo 3DS via USB-C** and still use the original **charging dock**.

![](https://shop.giltesa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Nintendo3DS-Dock-300x173.png)

### FEATURES

*   High-quality castellated holes and pads for easy soldering (since v1.2).
*   Custom resin 3D-printed plastic holder for full charging dock compatibility.
*   Charge your console using a wide range of modern USB power sources:
    *   USB power banks
    *   Standard USB-A wall chargers
    *   Modern USB-C wall chargers
    *   USB-C Power Delivery (PD) chargers (normal charging speed)
    *   USB-A to USB-C cables
    *   USB-C to USB-C cables

### INCLUDED

*   1 USB-C board
*   4 custom 3D-printed plastic parts:
    *   **Alignment tool** to center the board during installation _(random color)_
    *   **Dock contact holder** for charging dock compatibility _(random color)_
    *   **Rear cap** to cover the port hole on OLD 3DS models _(gray color)_
    *   **Rear cap** to cover the port hole on NEW 3DS models _(black color)_

![](https://shop.giltesa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/N3DS-3-1024x576.jpg)

### REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED)

*   Original dock metal contacts (optional, for charging dock support)
*   Tri-wing screwdriver
*   Phillips screwdriver
*   Scissors
*   Precision file tool set
*   Kapton tape (heat-resistant)
*   Soldering iron
*   Soldering tin (wire)
*   Flux for electronics
*   Desoldering pump
*   Desoldering braid (mesh)
*   Isopropyl alcohol (for cleaning)
*   Instant adhesive (e.g., Loctite or Super Glue)

### DOCUMENTATION

*   [Installation guide PDF](https://github.com/giltesa/Nintendo-3DS-USB-C-Kit/raw/master/3.%20Documentation/Installation%20Guide.pdf)
*   [GitHub repository](https://github.com/giltesa/Nintendo-3DS-USB-C-Kit)

*   [Installation video by Zac Builds on **Nintendo New 3DS XL**](https://youtu.be/rePOAoxBdRQ?si=kQ2BRRZdsX4YIpbj&t=381)

## Shipping policy

https://shop.giltesa.com/shipping-policy/