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Small white USB-C male to Lightning female adapter, compact dongle shape, matte finish

Defendwe

Defendwe USB-C to Lightning Adapter 3.1

SKU CH-3PYF-1MHZJ

A USB-C to Lightning adapter supporting USB 3.1 speeds for charging and data syncing with iOS devices

  • Connection typeMicro USB to USB A
  • USB 3.1 interface enables fast data transfer
  • Reversible Type-C plug inserts either way up
  • Syncs and charges iOS devices simultaneously
  • Compact adapter replaces bulky cables
  • 100 % new condition guarantees reliability

USB-C to Lightning Adapter

The Defendwe USB-C to Lightning Adapter 3.1 connects USB-C sources to Lightning devices for charging and data sync. It serves users who need a simple converter between the two connector types. The adapter is supplied new and uses a reversible Type-C plug. It does not support audio output through headphones.

Sustained Use Behaviour

The adapter handles continuous charging and sync sessions without active cooling or throttling mechanisms described in the data. Its passive design means performance depends on the host device's power delivery and cable quality. No specifications for duty cycle or thermal limits are provided. Long-term durability under heavy daily insertion cycles is not quantified.

Deciding Specification

The single specification that determines suitability is the USB 3.1 Type-C interface paired with a Lightning connector for sync and charge only. Buyers who require audio passthrough or headphone support cannot use this adapter. The connector pairing is fixed and not interchangeable with other standards.

How it compares

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Price $15.99
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Specifications

Ports & slots
Connection typeMicro USB to USB A

Questions about this item

Does the 3.1 Type-C connector generate noticeable heat during all-day charging and syncing?

The adapter uses a passive 3.1 Type-C interface with no active components, so it stays at ambient temperature during continuous charging and data transfer.

Which iOS devices must I already own for this Type-C male to Lightning adapter to function?

It works with iPhone X, XR, XS Max, 8, 7, 6, 6S and their Plus variants that have an 8-pin Lightning port.

Will the adapter still charge and sync if I connect it to an older USB-A power brick using a separate Type-C to USB-A cable?

Yes, the 3.1 Type-C male plug is backward compatible with legacy USB-A sources when paired with a suitable Type-C to USB-A cable, providing charging and syncing but not audio.

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