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Compact black Lightning male to 30-pin female adapter, TPE body

Boxwave

Boxwave Lightning to 30-pin adapter (Black) — charging only

SKU CH-DHJD-BBB9P

MFi certified 8-pin to 30-pin adapter enables charging and data sync for Lightning devices on legacy docks, audio not supported

  • TypeAdapters
  • MFi certified for safe charging
  • 8-pin to 30-pin connection bridges old and new gear
  • Supports charging and data sync only
  • Works with iPhone 5 through 14 models
  • Durable TPE build tested to 15 000 bends

Lightning to 30-pin adapter for charging

This MFi certified adapter connects an 8-pin Lightning device to a 30-pin female port for charging and data sync. It lets owners of current iPhone and iPad models use older 30-pin docks and chargers. The adapter is intended for users who need to power newer devices from legacy accessories.

Thermals noise and power draw

The adapter is a passive connector with no active electronics, so it produces no heat and no audible noise. Power delivery is limited to what the connected 30-pin source can supply through the Lightning interface. Normal use adds no measurable thermal load to either device.

Bundled accessories and software impact

No cables, docks or software are included in the package. The adapter alone enables charging and data transfer but does not support audio output, so it cannot drive speakers or play music through a docking station. Buyers who need audio pass-through must use a different solution.

Highlights

  • MFi certified for safe charging
  • 8-pin to 30-pin connection bridges old and new gear
  • Supports charging and data sync only
  • Works with iPhone 5 through 14 models
  • Durable TPE build tested to 15 000 bends

Specifications

TypeAdapters

Questions about this item

How do I connect the 8-pin male plug to my iPhone 14 and the 30-pin female port to my old dock?

Insert the Lightning end into the device and the 30-pin end into the dock; the adapter is MFi certified for charging and data transfer but does not carry audio signals.

Will the TPE cable jacket or the Lightning connector wear out after repeated bending?

The supplier rates the bending life at more than 15 000 cycles, so normal daily insertion and flexing should not cause early failure.

What stops me from using this adapter for music playback through a 30-pin speaker dock?

The product is labelled for charging only; audio output is not supported, so sound will not pass through the 30-pin connection.

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