USB to LED string PCB prototype build

This was partly a way to test my first panelised and V-cut PCB order from an online supplier. It turns out that the $2 for five panels soon adds up as you deviate from the norm.
I decided to make a small square PCB that has a micro USB connector on one side and a two pole connector on the other, with two 10 ohm resistors for current limiting. In hindsight this module could have been more useful if it had a solder pad and PCB terminal block option too. But that's why we make prototypes.
It works, and it means that I don't need to cut up any more USB leads to run strings of LEDs from USB power supplies.
If you want to get a batch of these PCBs made, here's a zipped file that contains all the Gerber files needed. Note that because the site is not currently https I can't provide a direct clickable link, so you will need to copy and paste this link into a new tab/window.
www.bigclive.com/USB2LED.zip
It's an improved PCB with extra pads and strain relief holes for the direct connection of fairy light wires.
To use the files with a company like JLCPCB, go to their order/quote page and when you click on the "Add Gerber file" button, upload the full zipped file.
The PCB dimensions are 18mm by 18mm (if it doesn't fill it in automatically).
For better value select "panel by JLCPCB" and then type 5 into both the column and row options. That will give 25 snap-apart PCBs on each panel.
To allow for USB connectors with short leads, select 1mm for the PCB thickness.
When choosing a shipping option, make sure you look for the cheaper China-post or airmail options as the default will be expensive express shipping like DHL and Fedex.
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