is 12 volt ok with respect to needing 20 watts?

20 watts is needed to charge an i phone 13 mini, does 12 volt power plug meet this requirement?



Posted on Feb 15, 2022 1:47 PM

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Posted on Feb 15, 2022 9:43 PM

It doesn't need 20 watts. That's the maximum input power it will take, but less than that will still work.


The 20W Apple USB-C power adapter puts out a maximum 15W (5V x 3A) at 5V, or 20W (9V x 2.33A) at 9V. Almost all USB-C power supplies have stepped voltages, like a 30W MacBook Air power adapters has 20/15/9/5V. If you're using something like a 12V lighter adapter, it may or may not put out 20W. But if it doesn't, it shouldn't be a problem. More than likely it would be stepping down to 9V, although one could be designed for a specific maximum current.


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Feb 15, 2022 9:43 PM in response to paulafromglenmont

It doesn't need 20 watts. That's the maximum input power it will take, but less than that will still work.


The 20W Apple USB-C power adapter puts out a maximum 15W (5V x 3A) at 5V, or 20W (9V x 2.33A) at 9V. Almost all USB-C power supplies have stepped voltages, like a 30W MacBook Air power adapters has 20/15/9/5V. If you're using something like a 12V lighter adapter, it may or may not put out 20W. But if it doesn't, it shouldn't be a problem. More than likely it would be stepping down to 9V, although one could be designed for a specific maximum current.


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