A write up of my project to add usb c power to the gamecube.
So i started this project when i saw this on reddit but by looking into it, it appeared to have varying documentation on the methods and i wanted to go over what i did and hopefully make a definitive guide.
- A gamecube (duh)
- Both the DOL-001 and the DOL-101 will work
- A usb c pd module
- I got my pd module from here
- You can most likely get something similar in your country, but as i am based in australia i will post australian links from now on
- any kind will work thats above 12 volts but i recommend a 15v-20v pd module for reasons i will go over later
- A XL4015 dc to dc converter
- I got my XL4015 module from here
- this item is not required if you got the 12v module
- you might want to get a heatsink for the module but isn't strictly required
- Drills, files and sandpaper
- pretty much any will do as long as they're tiny
- you can most likely get them from your local hardware store
- Soldering iron and equipment for soldering
- good quality solder is key, preferably leaded solder (60/40) as that melts at a lower temprature than lead free solder and is generally easier to use
- Flux is key! not using flux can easily ruin your day. i would suggest flux paste or a flux pen
- a temperature controlled soldering iron will help by being able to solder as a comfortable temprature but isn't strictly required
- some good quality wire
- I used a mix of 1mm copper wire (18awg) and .80mm copper wire (20awg)
- you can most likely go smaller but i haven't tested it so do it at your own risk
- (OPTIONAL) 3d printer
- allows you to print the 3d printed bracket i used which makes mounting easier
- altertatively you can use a 3d printing service (most are paid so try checking your local libary to see if they have such a service available for free)
- tape and hot glue
- use for mounting both the usb c module and/or the mounting bracket and the XL4015 module if you require it
- for tape use either kapton tape and/or double sided tape
- See here
- Seems to only be supported on DOL-001 models so if you have a DOL-101 model and it works/doesn't work please let the original creator or me know so we can update it
TBD (Update: Will be filled out with support from community members, circa mid 2024)