USB sockets issue

[a1679]

Hi, replaced socket with USB A/USB C version.

The USB A is not powering certain things its predecessor did (5V 1A USB). Sometimes powers up for a couple of seconds then immediately disconnects. Have tried multiple cables with same issue. Are there different types of Micro USB cables for different/more powerful sockets?

Many thanks!

 

[jurassic sparkk]

What device are you charging?
Your usb socket can deliver up to 15 watts (assuming 5volts if its a phone that your charging) thats enough for a normal phone but for a powerful phone some may require up to 60W

 

[a1679]

What device are you charging?
Your usb socket can deliver up to 15 watts (assuming 5volts if its a phone that your charging) thats enough for a normal phone but for a powerful phone some may require up to 60W

Hi, it’s a wireless charger and various other devices that worked on a previous socket that was labelled 5V - 1A

 

[jurassic sparkk]

Was this purchased from Poundland?

 

[opps]

Are there different types of Micro USB cables

You don't have micro USB ports.

You have USB-A and USB-C ports.

As an aside, I recently purchased a 60w USB charger, I asked the guy for a 60w USB-C to USB-C cable, he insisted that they are all compliant. He is an idiot. I ended up paying for a 45w lead and got him to knock 25% off.

Getting back to your post, can you provide a link to the wall plate?

 

[DetlefSchmitz]

I asked the guy for a 60w USB-C to USB-C cable

Well; a Type-C cable can be
- 3A at up to 20V
- 5A at up to 20V, or
- 5A at up to 50V

They don't come by the Wattage as they don't know what voltage you are going to use.

 

[a1679]

Getting back to your post, can you provide a link to the wall plate?

British General 800 Series 13A 2-Gang SP Switched Socket + 3A 30W 2-Outlet Type A & C USB Charger White - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. White moulded slim profile power socket with USB charging, with A + C USB ports. Up to 30W output with PD and Qualcom 4 charging. Ideal for charging laptop computers, iPads, iPhones, tablets, mobiles, cameras and MP3s. FREE next day delivery available, free...

www.screwfix.com

 

[opps]

Well; a Type-C cable can be
- 3A at up to 20V
- 5A at up to 20V, or
- 5A at up to 50V

They don't come by the Wattage as they don't know what voltage you are going to use.

Erm, but isn't 20v at 3A up to 60 watts?

They are often sold rated by wattage

USB C To USB C Male to Male Cable

USB C To USB C Male to Male fast charging cable.

www.ugreen-shop.co.uk

 

[opps]

British General 800 Series 13A 2-Gang SP Switched Socket + 3A 30W 2-Outlet Type A & C USB Charger White - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. White moulded slim profile power socket with USB charging, with A + C USB ports. Up to 30W output with PD and Qualcom 4 charging. Ideal for charging laptop computers, iPads, iPhones, tablets, mobiles, cameras and MP3s. FREE next day delivery available, free...

www.screwfix.com

Are you using both the USB-A and C ports at the same time?

Your socket can only supply a max of 3 amps- if you have a more demanding item plugged in to the USB-C, it may, or may not,knock out the USB-A.

If not, it may be faulty. I am only guessing though.

The specs listed in the Q&A section say

USB A Output - Output power:- 27W Max
Output:- 5V/3A; 9V/3A; 12V/2.25A

It might be advisable to email the maker

USB Charging Sockets

www.bgelectrical.uk

 

[a1679]

Are you using both the USB-A and C ports at the same time?

Your socket can only supply a max of 3 amps- if you have a more demanding item plugged in to the USB-C, it may, or may not,knock out the USB-A.

If not, it may be faulty. I am only guessing though.

The specs listed in the Q&A section say



It might be advisable to email the maker

USB Charging Sockets

www.bgelectrical.uk

Thanks. I have tried a USBA - Micro USB cable that is marked ‘charging’ rather than ‘charging and sync’ and that one works - although temperamental when a USBC is also plugged in.

 

[DetlefSchmitz]

Erm, but isn't 20v at 3A up to 60 watts?

So what kind of cable could possibly be described as 45W?
Selling a cable as 60W to someone with only a 5V supply would be fraud.

 

[opps]

So what kind of cable could possibly be described as 45W?
Selling a cable as 60W to someone with only a 5V supply would be fraud.

Surely they are simply saying that the cable is rated at up to 60W?

Chargers are rated in terms of wattage.

The manufacturer has no way of knowing what voltage the connected device will need.

 

[DetlefSchmitz]

Surely they are simply saying that the cable is rated at up to 60W?

You said you bought a 45W cable. What can that possibly mean? Using your method of describing Type-C cables, the only possibilities would be 60W, 100W or 240W. So any cable could transfer 60W. Even one without a cable marker chip.

 

[FrodoOne]

Hi, replaced socket with USB A/USB C version.

The USB A is not powering certain things its predecessor did (5V 1A USB). Sometimes powers up for a couple of seconds then immediately disconnects. Have tried multiple cables with same issue. Are there different types of Micro USB cables for different/more powerful sockets?

You (and everyone) should be equipped with a basic "USB Tester"
to measure the
Supplied Voltage
and
Current being Drawn.

These will indicate if the voltage supplied is within "Range" (of 5 V - PLUS a little bit more.)
and the Current drawn, which should drop to around Zero at the end of charge.

It is important to test any NEW or "FOREIGN" supply before using it.
(I once had a 12 V to 5 V USB "Car supply" where, out of the box, the "5 V" output swung between 5 V an 12 V, which ruined the USB powered equipment connected to it.)

They can also indicate loose connections - by Voltage Drop-Outs, when "wiggling" cables/connections.

(See https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_...usb+tester&_sacat=0&_odkw=usb+meter&_osacat=0 )

I prefer devices with supply leads which allow the device to be read no matter how the USB outlet is located.
(such as https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/27568685...7ysiJJ3i5QL0Jt+5xIAATlUw==|tkp:Bk9SR5r10ry6Yw )

 

[jurassic sparkk]

You said you bought a 45W cable. What can that possibly mean? Using your method of describing Type-C cables, the only possibilities would be 60W, 100W or 240W. So any cable could transfer 60W. Even one without a cable marker chip.

I think he meant the max wattage the plug can supply.