Can all USB-C cables do 100W?
All USB-C cables must be able to carry a minimum of 3A current (at 20V, 60W). Or a Thunderbolt 3 cable that supports 5A/20V (100W) charging. So definitely check the current rating (3A or 5A) of the cable when you want fast charging high-power devices like MacBook Pro.
Can all USB-C cables carry power?
These USB-C cables only support 2.0 speeds and do not support alternate modes. All USB-C cables must be able to carry a minimum of 3 A current (at 20 V, 60 W) but can also carry high-power 5 A current (at 20 V, 100 W).
How many watts can a USB-C cable handle?
100 watts
With up to 100 watts, or 3 amps of power, USB-C cables can power almost anything. From laptops to large high-resolution monitors, even some printers.
Do all USB-C cables support 60w?
Yes they are assuming they are certified by the USB group. It is noted in the USB PD 1.0 presentation that it is “compatible with USB 2.0 and 3.0 cables” so they should be fine. The USB-PD spec confirms they are compatible assuming they are spec-compliant.
Do you need a Type C USB cable?
Type-C cables must include CC lines, so they all support USB-PD communication. Not all Type-C cables support the full range of power capabilities that USB-PD specifies, however. The major differentiation is supported current.
How much power does a USB Type C charger use?
Low-wattage USB-C: Some cables with USB-C connectors at one end and a different kind of USB connector (like Type A or Micro Type B) can’t pass a lot of power. They mostly manage USB 2.0 data (480 Mbps) plus no more than 15W (5 volts at 3 amps), which is enough to charge smartphones and tablets.
Why are two USB C cables the same?
USB-C has caused a lot of confusion. As Apple and other companies push to include only USB-C ports consumers are left with a lot of headaches. Two USB-C cables that look the same can transfer data and power at different speeds.
Do you need a USB C cable for Thunderbolt 3?
USB-C stands for the shape and type of connector, which is the same for all USB-C cables but not all cables support the same kind of protocols and transfer speeds. To use a Thunderbolt 3 product from Akitio, a Thunderbolt 3 cable is required.