2013Batteries/Power forum
Charging mobile phones from professional battery systems using D-tap connectors
13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- D-tap to USB cables allow charging phones from professional camera batteries like Anton Bauer systems
- A 4-pin XLR to cigarette lighter/USB adapter can be wired to professional batteries on equipment carts for charging devices
- Paralinx P-tap cables serve as an alternative solution for powering devices from D-tap battery connections
- DIY cables can be constructed using car charger components, though careful testing with a fresh battery is necessary to avoid damaging the phone
- V-mount sandwich plates with interchangeable D-tap or USB output modules provide a flexible power distribution solution between battery systems and devices
- Micro USB D-tap adapters require an additional adapter cable for standard iPhone charging connectors
Depends on
- Viewfactor D-tap USB cables have experienced long-term stock availability issues
- Some commercial solutions use micro USB connectors requiring extra adapters for standard iPhone cables
- Phone charging duration depends on battery capacity and phone settings like screen brightness
- Safety risks exist when constructing DIY charging cables if not properly tested before use