EduBatera

Q: Charge iphone 5s with 1000mA or 2000mA

Hi,

 

I just got my first iPhone (5s) and notice that the charger output is 500mA. The question is, I have another USB chargers with the following specifications:

 

1) Samgung charger - output is 700mA

2) Car Charger with 2 USB where one of them the output is 1000mA and the other one is 2000mA

 

My question is: Can i use one of these chargers with differente mA outputs with my iPhone 5s without any risk to damage the device?

 

I saw that iPad chargers can be used to charge iPhones too and the output for these chargers are 21000mA: Using iPad power adapters with your iPhone, iPad, and iPod - Apple Support

 

Quote: "While these USB power adapters are designed for use with your iPad, you can charge all iPhone and iPod models by connecting them with either a Lightning to USB Cable or a 30-pin to USB cable."

 

Thanks;

iPhone 5s, iOS 8.2

Posted on Apr 1, 2015 1:28 PM

Close

Q: Charge iphone 5s with 1000mA or 2000mA

  • All replies
  • Helpful answers

  • by Kappy,

    Kappy Kappy Apr 1, 2015 1:33 PM in response to EduBatera
    Level 10 (270,942 points)
    Desktops
    Apr 1, 2015 1:33 PM in response to EduBatera

    You can, but should the device suffer any damage while using these third-party chargers, Apple will no longer service your device. Stick to Apple chargers. You can use the iPad or iPhone charger.

  • by FoxFifth,Helpful

    FoxFifth FoxFifth Apr 1, 2015 1:40 PM in response to EduBatera
    Level 7 (26,294 points)
    iPhone
    Apr 1, 2015 1:40 PM in response to EduBatera

    You can use a higher wattage charger with no problem. Note that in the Compatibility section of the following links for the 5W iPhone charger and the 12W iPad charger, both are shown as compatible with the iPhone:

     

    http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD810LL/A/apple-5w-usb-power-adapter?fnode=48

     

    http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD836LL/A/apple-12w-usb-power-adapter?fnode=48

  • by EduBatera,

    EduBatera EduBatera Apr 1, 2015 1:38 PM in response to Kappy
    Level 1 (0 points)
    Apr 1, 2015 1:38 PM in response to Kappy

    Thanks for your comment Kappy,

     

    But, Im not sure why this will damage using another one and not damage if using the iPad.... note that the iPad Charger output is higher (21000mA) compared to the other ones (700mA, 1000mA and 2000mA). Also why they will no longer service my device since they are usb chargers like any other one (an PC or MAC usb port for example)...

  • by EduBatera,

    EduBatera EduBatera Apr 1, 2015 1:41 PM in response to FoxFifth
    Level 1 (0 points)
    Apr 1, 2015 1:41 PM in response to FoxFifth

    Great FoxFifth,

     

    This make more sense! , I know that my chargers are 5W and 12W, But what about the mA? didn't see any info about this in the links that you provide.

  • by Kappy,

    Kappy Kappy Apr 1, 2015 1:48 PM in response to EduBatera
    Level 10 (270,942 points)
    Desktops
    Apr 1, 2015 1:48 PM in response to EduBatera

    It can't be 21,000 mA. More like 2,100 mA. which is about right for 12 watts at 5 volts. Furthermore, I didn't say it would damage, but if damage were done using another charger Apple won't service the device. I also stated you could use either Apple charger. It would help to read my reply more carefully to see I told you the same thing as the other responder. I fail to see, then, how what I said is "less sense."

  • by FoxFifth,

    FoxFifth FoxFifth Apr 1, 2015 1:52 PM in response to Kappy
    Level 7 (26,294 points)
    iPhone
    Apr 1, 2015 1:52 PM in response to Kappy

    I'm the other responder and your reply made sense to me -- in fact I wouldn't have even replied if your post had been visible to me at the time I started since you said what I said plus some good advice regarding 3rd party chargers that I didn't say!

  • by EduBatera,

    EduBatera EduBatera Apr 1, 2015 1:59 PM in response to Kappy
    Level 1 (0 points)
    Apr 1, 2015 1:59 PM in response to Kappy

    Kappy,

    I read your reply but that was not clear. Lets see:

    Kappy wrote:

     

    ....."but should the device suffer any damage while using these third-party chargers, Apple will no longer service your device."....

     

    I'm taking about specific mA and W outputs (Electricity) not about being a thrid-party charger. Also, how can Apple know IF I have used a "Third-Party" charger or not if the specifications and outputs of this charger match with the device?

  • by Rudegar,Helpful

    Rudegar Rudegar Apr 2, 2015 7:29 AM in response to EduBatera
    Level 7 (28,541 points)
    Apple TV
    Apr 2, 2015 7:29 AM in response to EduBatera

    ohms law dictates

     

     

    WATT = Volt * Amps

     

    5 Watt mean 5volt (it's a given with ios devices) 1amp

     

    12Watt mean 5volts 2.4Amps

     

    amps are not pushed they are an indicator of how much power a connected device can consume from the charger before the charger cave in and have to lower the volts

     

    so you can charge your ios device with 20000000000Amps without any issues

    the volts and the Internal resistance of your ios device will set how much amps your ios device will draw

  • by RichmondDan,

    RichmondDan RichmondDan Apr 2, 2015 6:25 AM in response to EduBatera
    Level 3 (522 points)
    Apr 2, 2015 6:25 AM in response to EduBatera

    "Also, how can Apple know IF I have used a "Third-Party" charger or not if the specifications and outputs of this charger match with the device?"

     

    Why don't you just try it and find out?  Let us know if there's a problem.  Most of us prefer not to risk screwing up an expensive electronic device.

  • by EduBatera,

    EduBatera EduBatera Apr 2, 2015 7:34 AM in response to RichmondDan
    Level 1 (0 points)
    Apr 2, 2015 7:34 AM in response to RichmondDan

    Thats why this whe have a forum... To ask questions and get more information without just "try and found out"...

     

    Thanks for your helpful reply.

  • by EduBatera,Solvedanswer

    EduBatera EduBatera Apr 2, 2015 8:22 AM in response to EduBatera
    Level 1 (0 points)
    Apr 2, 2015 8:22 AM in response to EduBatera

    Just found the information:

    Yes, you can use 1000mA or 2000mA.

    Also, my mistake about the original charger. The correct output is 5W, 1000mA.

     

    About a thirdparty, yes you can use but just some are approved such as Belkin, Techlink, etc http://store.apple.com/us/iphone/iphone-accessories/car-audio

     

    Thank you guys.

    Hope this also help any other with the same question.