Tripp Lite
Tripp Lite U280-C02-30W-K 30W dual-port car charger
Dual-port car charger delivers 30 W total with 18 W USB-C PD 3.0 and 12 W USB-A ports
- TypeCar Charger
- Charge ProtocalPower Delivery 3.0
- ColorWhite
- AdapterUSB
- Standard USB Port1
- Max Power OutputMaximum charging power output of 30W: 18W USB-C PD 3.0 and 1
- Charges two devices at once with dual USB ports
- 30W total output powers demanding phones and tablets
- 18W USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 enables fast charging
- 12W USB-A port supports legacy devices at 5V 2.4A
- Plugs into standard 12V car cigarette lighter socket
Dual-port car charger for two devices
The Tripp Lite U280-C02-30W-K plugs into a 12 V DC outlet and provides two USB ports for simultaneous charging. A USB-C port delivers up to 18 W using Power Delivery 3.0 and a USB-A port supplies up to 12 W. Combined output reaches 30 W for phones, tablets or power banks.
Thermals noise and power draw
The adapter draws power from the vehicle's cigarette lighter socket without an external supply. No active cooling is fitted so operation is silent. Power consumption scales with the connected devices up to the 30 W total limit.
Included USB-C to Lightning cable
A USB-C to Lightning cable is bundled in the package so compatible devices can use the PD 3.0 port immediately. The white finish matches the charger housing. No additional software or drivers are required.
Highlights
- Charges two devices at once with dual USB ports
- 30W total output powers demanding phones and tablets
- 18W USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 enables fast charging
- 12W USB-A port supports legacy devices at 5V 2.4A
- Plugs into standard 12V car cigarette lighter socket
Specifications
| Brand | Tripp Lite |
|---|---|
| Model | U280-C02-30W-K |
| Type | Car Charger |
| Charge Protocal | Power Delivery 3.0 |
| Color | White |
| Adapter | USB |
| Standard USB Port | 1 |
| Max Power Output | Maximum charging power output of 30W: 18W USB-C PD 3.0 and 12W USB-A USB-C: 5V 3A, 9V 2A (18W) USB-A: 5V 2.4A (12W) |
| Specifications | Ports: 2 Side A - Connector 1: Car Cigarette Lighter Side B - Connector 1: USB Type-C (FEMALE) Side B - Connector 2: USB A (FEMALE) |
| Features | USB Car Charger Safely Charges 2 Mobile Devices in Your Vehicle Simultaneously This dual-port USB car charger lets you quickly and safely charge two USB mobile devices at the same time. You and a passenger can connect your smartphones, tablets, notebooks or power banks, to name just a few compatible devices, to ensure satisfactory battery charge when you reach your destination. A Combined 30W of Charging Power Feeds Your Power-Hungry Devices When used together, the USB-C and USB-A ports support up to 30W of charging power. The USB-C PD 3.0 port can support up to 18W (5V 3A or 9V 2A) |
| Shipping weight | 0.08 kg |
| Package size | 100 × 66 × 35 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the U280-C02-30W-K in my vehicle and what is the common mistake?
Plug the charger firmly into the 12V DC cigarette lighter outlet until it seats fully; the common mistake is leaving it loose, which cuts power when the vehicle vibrates.
What maintenance or replacement will this car charger need over time?
No internal parts are user-serviceable; if the USB-C or USB-A ports become loose or stop delivering 18W and 12W respectively, replace the entire unit.
What limit appears first when both ports run at full 30W output for a long drive?
The charger shares a combined 30W budget, so sustained dual-port use at 18W USB-C plus 12W USB-A will hit that thermal ceiling before any single port reaches its own rating.
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