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I have a bunch of old apple chargers around. If I get the appropriate connecting cable, can I use an old 5 watt apple charger with my new iPad Air 5th generation? (I would do this as a backup option, primarily, not as a primary charging source.)
Most models of iPad require a Power Adapter rated at 10-12W or greater to reliably charge, recent models being supplied with a 20W USB-C Power Adapter.
5W Power Adapters intended for older models of iPhone are inadequate to charge an iPad; if the iPad charges at all, charging will be very slow.
Be aware that many computer USB ports also cannot source sufficient power to charge an iPad. Unless explicitly designed for charging connected devices, computer USB ports are typically limited to 0.5-1A @5V (i.e., 2.5-5.0W).
yes, but it will charge it really really slowly.
Thank you. Just wanted to be sure that it won't do any damage. That was my main concern.
No problem. That charger will trickle-charge your iPad. :)
Thank you.
Can I use an old 5 watt apple charger with my new iPad Air 5th generation?
