USB charging ports... simple question
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Well, its not some $15 dollar special that requires a battery, has a built in clock and compass, and when the sun heats up the adhesive lets go and it falls of the dash.
My opinion: If you are installing just the USB chargers you will only get the current tech for the time. Example: most of the USB only charges at 1.0 or 2.4 now. If you have a fast charging phone (most Android phones are like this now...sorry iOS haha) you will need 3.0 amp charging with USB C. Wouldn't it be better just to add more 12V outlets and then just put the correct USB 12V charger. That way you can use it for anything.
Something like this : https://www.amazon.com/Charger-BlitzWolf-Qualcomm-Samsung-Chromebook/dp/B01B93ZAAG/?tag=ihco-20
Something like this : https://www.amazon.com/Charger-BlitzWolf-Qualcomm-Samsung-Chromebook/dp/B01B93ZAAG/?tag=ihco-20
^this. All kinds of this.
Does the temp. monitor fit in the factory blanks space as well? I'm thinking by the dimmer switch on the left side of the dash.
I could see that point, for sure. Worth a thought.
Notice about USB chargers: they are often extremely noisy, producing so much RF crap that it kills your ability to receive week radio signals (CB, VHF, etc). This was a big problem in my last truck, so I've used the stupidly expensive newer Blue Sea model 1045 in my new rig. I have yet to test.
yes the temp monitor fits the regular switch blanks. Both USB and monitor use the same form factor
Reviving for a quick question. What is the wiring process behind the dash to install this dual port charger. Mine arrives tomorrow.
Thanks!!
Explained on their website:
"The 091-219-5 Dual USB Charging Port is designed to fit into a standard 1.45” x 0.83” panel cutout. Connect the red wire to either +12 Volts continuous (battery positive) or switched 12 Volt power (ignition) using a 3 Amp fuse. Connect the black wire directly to chassis ground (battery negative)."
Okay, I’ll bite: who makes those custom 80-fit panels/mounts you’re using? Or is that you?Here are some USB Port's that I just added.. As Jon said ~ 12V +/- from your Blue Sea and they are good to go.
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Correct sir
Just ran through the gauntlet looking for USB ports...holy gold–plated stuff!
someone please explain to me what makes this thing worth as much as one of my tires? OK, not quite as much, but geez!
someone please explain to me what makes this thing worth as much as one of my tires? OK, not quite as much, but geez!
IDK, I recently bought these: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008023755683.html
Exact fit and work well:
Exact fit and work well:
There's loads of cheaper options. Especially if you're not stuck on mounting one in a switch blank.
I put one of these in my work truck in place of the factory cigarette lighter style outlet
Not the same PD45W as the one you have pictured, but it charges my phone on fast charge. From sub 10% to full charge in about 1hr.
Charges a second phone on PD30W, and still has a USBA port to charge/power other stuff.
I'd rather not have the blue LED lighting when it's on, but its not particularly noticeable
