Lightning to USB-A cables at RPD for iPhone 5 to iPhone 14, older iPads (pre USB-C models) and AirPods Pro 1 — the classic standard that dominated the Apple world between 2012 and 2023. We strongly recommend MFi-certified models (Made for iPhone): they include an Apple authentication chip, are not blocked by iOS updates and won't show the „accessory not supported“ warning. USB-A delivers at most 5 V / 2.4 A = 12 W — fast charging via USB-PD 20 W requires USB-C-to-Lightning (see separate category). Rugged nylon braids in 1 m, 2 m and 3 m plus compact 30 cm versions for power bank, car and travel. Same-day dispatch from Basel, 2-year Swiss warranty, free above CHF 15. Invoice payment available (credit check by Powerpay).
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MFi (Made for iPhone) is Apple''s official licensing programme. MFi cables include a chip, are guaranteed to work after iOS updates and won''t show the „accessory not supported“ warning.
No — over USB-A the cap is always 12 W (5 V / 2.4 A). There is no fast charging over USB-A.
No, the iPhone 15 has USB-C. You need a USB-C-to-USB-C cable or a Lightning-to-USB-C adapter.
MFi cables with nylon braid typically last 2–3 years of daily use. PVC models 1–2 years. Kinking at the connector is the most common failure mode.
Shipped from our Basel warehouse — A-Post 1–2 working days, express or free in-store pickup. Free above CHF 15.
For iPhone 5 to iPhone 14: fits everywhere, the Lightning plug has been unchanged since 2012. For iPad Pro 9.7" to 12.9" (2018 and older), iPad Mini 2–5, iPad Air 1–3, iPad 5th–9th gen, AirPods Pro 1 (Lightning case): identical. Apple switched to USB-C with the iPhone 15 (September 2023) — Lightning cables do not fit there. USB-A is the right choice for older Macs and car USB-A sockets, for modern USB-C adapters see „Lightning to USB-C".
Over USB-A the iPhone charges at a maximum of 12 W (5 V / 2.4 A) — no USB-PD fast charging possible. Fast charging (20 W to 50 % in 30 minutes) requires a Lightning-to-USB-C cable and a USB-PD adapter. MFi (Made for iPhone) is Apple's licensing programme: certified cables include a chip that talks to iOS. Non-certified cables often work for months but may show „accessory not supported" after an iOS update — we only stock MFi models or clearly marked non-MFi budget cables.
Original Apple Lightning has a white PVC sleeve — solid but prone to kinking at the connector. Third-party MFi cables are often wrapped in nylon braid, last twice as long and come in many colours. Bend tests run from 10,000 to 30,000 cycles at the connector, which is reinforced per Apple's spec. We recommend braided models for heavy users.
30 cm for power bank on backpack and car centre console, 1 m as travel and default length, 2 m for sofa and bed, 3 m for longer reach from socket to couch. Longer cables have slightly higher resistance, but at 12 W the difference is negligible.
MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad/iPod) is Apple's official licensing programme. MFi cables include an authentication chip, are guaranteed to work after iOS updates and won't show the „accessory not supported“ warning. Non-MFi cables charge but can be blocked at any time.
No — over USB-A the cap is always 12 W (5 V / 2.4 A). Fast charging (20 W) only happens with a Lightning-to-USB-C cable and a USB-PD adapter. There is no fast charging over USB-A.
No, the iPhone 15 has USB-C. You need a USB-C-to-USB-C cable or a Lightning-to-USB-C adapter.
MFi cables with nylon braid and reinforced strain relief typically last 2–3 years of daily use. PVC models 1–2 years. Kinking at the connector is the most common failure mode.
Shipped from our Basel warehouse — A-Post 1–2 working days, express next business day or free in-store pickup. Free above CHF 15.
Shipped from our Basel warehouse — A-Post 1–2 working days, express next business day or free pickup in Basel, Aarau or Olten. 2 years Swiss warranty on all products, 14-day returns. Invoice payment available (credit check by Powerpay), best-price guarantee CH. Visit one of our stores for personal advice — bring your iPhone or iPad and we will find the matching Lightning cable together.
