HI TECS I WANT TO INSTALL USB SOCKET 5v 1a to 5v 2.1a can any one tell me what end to put the fuse and what size I got a rapido 966m also do it use power when not in use thanks for your help Andy
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I've fitted several but they are all wired to circuits I can turn off when the MH is not being used. However, although they do draw a current when not in use it isn't a lot and if you have solar I wouldn't worry about it. I just prefer to be able to isolate them to minimize any fire risk.HI TECS I WANT TO INSTALL USB SOCKET 5v 1a to 5v 2.1a can any one tell me what end to put the fuse and what size I got a rapido 966m also do it use power when not in use thanks for your help Andy
I've found they tend to vibrate out when travelling
Doesn't matter really it's just to protect the cable. Unless you've used really, really thin cableThanks for your help l just fitted 5amp it’s best I changed it to a 3amp then
Hi beware the £3 chinese usb sockets as they overheat and melt. Fuse at source to protect the wire. And yes they draw a current even when not in use
Yes that is a disadvantage that happens with the dash sockets, but the marine sockets are deeper and the adapter is held very firmly. That reminds me, some cheap adapters aren't long enough to connect with the centre pin in the marine socket and look like they've failed.
These are the marine sockets:
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/171483499754
Agree with the above. I use these high quality adapters...
https://www.scosche.com/consumer-tech/usb-car-charger-dual-port#
Now that looks exactly like the OEM cup holder that I have fitted in my Dethleffs Trend. How did you connect up the USB socket? And what is the small rocker switch for?Double usb switched and fused 2 amp fitted 2 years ago charges an View attachment 306114 iPad and an iPhone no issues
Thanks Stewart.Small rocker isolates the usb socket, socket connected direct to vehicle battery 2 amp inline fuse fitted. Using vehicle battery cuts down on cable runs and is easily wired up, current draw if charging phones or tablet is minuscule so no worries re battery drain.
Thanks mate, always pays to ask.You can get the ones to match other sockets in your van. I've fitted a couple with no issues.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-...0001&campid=5338547443&icep_item=254318120470
The two whitish bits either side of the small removable panel is Blutac, the clips holding this panel in place are very weak and removal of a tightish usb plug can pull out the panel, so an easy cureThanks Stewart.