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SirKeats
Explorer
May 15, 2023

UL Certified 12v USB Charging Receptacles?

Anyone know of any UL Certified 12v USB Charging Receptacles?

I added 4 receptacles to our new rig but I just picked them up off of Amazon without really thinking and am having a bout of paranoia. I don't want to burn up our new rig because of crappy receptacles.

I've looked but can't seem to find any that are UL Certified.

Thanks!
  • opnspaces's avatar
    opnspaces
    Navigator II
    May 15, 2023
    I doubt you will find any that are UL rated. At least not on Amazon as there just isn't enough market for it.
  • Edturk's avatar
    Edturk
    Explorer
    May 19, 2023
    You could go with a general aviation usd charger. Probably better but not cheaper then Amazon
    https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pspages/usb-adapter.php

    YMMV
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    May 20, 2023
    No need for UL approval - these are very simple devices. I've installed a bunch of them over the years in all kinds of vehicles and RV's. Never had an issue.
    Even the one Arctic Fox wired backwards that kept blowing a fuse was fine once I corrected the wiring.
  • Edturk's avatar
    Edturk
    Explorer
    May 21, 2023
    I also thought they were simple devices until one evening, while charging my iPhone, original USB charger installed in wall decided to pop and smoke up the place. Quality of chip used to convert 12v to 5v can matter. $10 extra dollars = peace of mind, at least for me.

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