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looking for a external battery power bank
any suggestions for a good battery power bank for iPad pro 10.5 with cck3
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Anker makes good ones, often discounted on amazon.
Can't really compare it to others as it's the only high capacity one I've used but I've been really happy with the 10000mAh brick from monoprice. https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=15120 I haven't done any actual stress tests but I can get several phone and ipad charges out of it before it really even dips to the 1/4 indicator. Also, didn't use it for a couple of months and it was still at 100%. Like I said, not sure how that compares to others but no complaints here.
is it best to get the most mAh or higher amps?
thanks
thanks,
probably a stupid question but can these be used to power interfaces or other devices while attached to the cck3 just as having the iPad plugged in? or just for charging..
I've never tried but I don't see why not. Actually, I have charged both my phone and iPad at the same time. I imagine it would work fine to power/charge the iPad and something USB powered like a BeatStep, etc.
For an iPad you will want 2.1 amps for fast charging. I'm not sure if the latest iPad models can handle more than that. mAh is a measure of battery capacity, higher number means you can charge your device more times before the battery needs recharging.
Most power banks don't have more than 2 USB ports. Depending on how many things you want to hook up a USB hub attached to the cck might be a good idea.
Amazon has a really good one I use with two USB ports called Ravpower
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MQSMEEE/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1517715904&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=ravpower&dpPl=1&dpID=41Kvp8uqZbL&ref=plSrch
Holds charge for so long and dependable!
thanks @BlueGreenSpiral, I've been using an unpowered usb hub with my zoom u44 and several midi controllers with the cck3 plugged in. id like to do the same thing with a power pack.
thanks @MusicMan4Christ, that looks great!
I have this fella here that I've been using to power my old rig but occurred to me I might start using it as a power bank. Probably not recommended if flying is involved.
I got a ridiculously good Ravpower 27000mah one: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01MDKHWNR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Probably waaaaaaay overkill for an iPad on its own. I use it to power my Octatrack and Rytm portably at the same time - it has an actual power socket on it which accepts a multiway adapter.
Get the Anker version that supports USB C fast charging. Your iPad can use fast charging. All you’ll need is a USB C to Lightning adapter. Not sure how well that works with the CCK
They can handle 2.4 amps, too. But, be warned! Don't use 2.1 or 2.4 amps to charge your iPhone! In the long run this will cause a (much!) faster degration of your iPhone battery.
Additional advice: Old iOS devices (>3 years old) shouldn't get charged with 2.1 or 2.4 ampere.
I recommend it, too. This powerbank from Ravpower isn't bad. I usually like Ravpower (for example the mAH ratings here are more realistic and not so "chinese" compared to the competition - quality of the used LiPo usually is good or even very good)
Thanks everyone. I ordered the RAVPower 26800. The one without the usb c
Thanks for all the info and recomendations
Wow that's a beast.
If you live in Canada this is a must to jump start you iPad during a winter storm. Scroll down to see the amazing amount of plugs it comes with.
Does anyone have any opinions on any of these?
Just looking for something to grab before a trip away to keep the musical lights on...
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07S829LBX/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A2PGPJL0BBLHLX&th=1
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08972GRCC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A1CVW29FGNNMYC&psc=1
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01GV9CR7M/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1IOX225QMXIWL&th=1
I like the blue Zendure for USB-C, but for a trip maybe you want the Zendure SuperTank
Do you know if you can take this on a commercial flight? I tried ordering something similar online about a year ago before leaving the country thinking it would be allowed on flights but when it arrived it said on the box “not allowed on commercial flights”...then I had to leave the next day so had no time to get one that was allowed!
Zendure says SuperTank is OK provided it is in your carry-on
https://zendure.com/blogs/news/what-kinds-of-power-banks-are-allowed-on-a-flight
What kind of power banks are allowed on flights?
The following rules are according to the Civil Aviation Administration in China. These rules are standard for many airlines around the world:
It’s heavily dependent on the capacity in Wh (watt hours), and under 100Wh is OK to bring on board.
I have a few of these that I use for travel:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/ZMI-PowerPack-10000-Power-Black/dp/B06XRVHDLM/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=zmi+power+bank&qid=1598659408&s=electronics&sr=1-4
A bit smaller than an iPhone Pro, but it will still recharge the phone a few times before it runs out of juice. Heck, it can power my MC707 for about 14 hours even.
If you need really small and portable, then these are what I use backpacking:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XS9RMWS/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A294P4X9EWVXLJ&psc=1
Very small but will charge an iPhone Pro and Apple Watch once each.
Anker, I have a large one, these always get the most recommendations on the outdoor/wild camping groups I follow.
Yeah I just went for the anker, seemed sensible given that it’s their brand that created the moniker in the first place, and the solar one just seemed unrealistic considering the physics of it all...
@mojozart thanks for that info and link
I’m looking for something with a standard AC outlet option to run my iConnect4+ while busking! But also able to take on planes...Any suggestions from anyone for that scenario?
Good idea but that lead battery is about 10x the weight and 5x the size of a modern 1-cell powerbank (you can sometimes even get them for free) with almost the same capacity and it needs more maintenance (regular charging).
That can make quite a difference especially when you plan to retrofit one of your musical toys with a built-in power pack. Those flat LiPo cells and tiny electronics are much easier to find some free space for 😉
Got some leftover solar cells and an LED lamp? That's maybe a better fit...
BTW, I've been using this kind of flat 10Ah power bank since almost 2 years and it always worked flawlessly, I never had to use its full capacity in one go.
I like it a lot because it's light and small enough to carry it around in your pocket... at least if you're a male 😉
I recently upgraded fron a 2016 iPad Pro to a 2020. It has a different input hole. Does this mean my two old charging bricks are obsolete or are there adapters I can use?
If your power bank has no USB-C connectors, all you need is a USB-A to USB-C charging cable.