And Recommendations for USB Powered Hubs

[nbourbaki]

I've been thinking about adding USB chargers to my charging mix. Some of my batteries are kind of finicky about the AC chargers which doesn't happen with the USB chargers. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for powered USB hubs to use with the USB chargers.

Thanks in advance for any recommendations.

 

[lonercom]

Any powered USB Charger will fill the bill for ya. If you're not in a hurry, I got mine from the manufacturer in China. I found the individual on/off switches useful. Here's a link to a previous post:

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...ulti-battery-display-charger.html#post1403941

 

[nbourbaki]

Thanks for the link. That's what I was thinking about doing. Since I travel, I thought USB chargers might be better than taking a bunch of AC chargers every week. How many ports do you have on your rig and how much amperage does the hub put out?

Very cool setup

 

[lonercom]

I have powered 7 port hubs. They are glued to the wall and the bricks are kinda inaccessable so I can't really answer your question.

i use these particular hubs because I can turn off the ones I am not using. Makes system boot faster since drivers don't have to load till I need them.

USB Ports are the new floppy drives (if you're old enough to remember those days)

 

[Symmetric]

I love this one F5U237v1 Belkin Hi-Speed USB 2.0 7-Port Hub

Belkin's site says $50, Amazon for $20

 

[lonercom]

I have one of them. They are great. I took a chance with the other ones I have and only prefer them because I can disable ports and devices that are not in use.

 

[TheVTech]

I like the one I have. IOGear 7 port powered USB 2.0 Hub
Works like a champ for the last 4 years.

Newegg.com - IOGEAR GUH227 7- Port High Speed USB 2.0 Hub

 

[Mabbo]

I use the same Belkin 7 port powered usb hub that Symmetric uses. I originally got it for other needs, but have found that it works very well.

One thing I have noticed with the belkin when it is fully loaded like mine is, the pass through is a bit weaker.

 

[nbourbaki]

Thanks everyone who responded with suggestions. I found this hub

Parts-Express.com:USB 2.0 7-Port Hub | usb hub 7-port usb hub 7 port usb hub powered usb hub ps3 usb hub rockband usb hub digital camera hub mp3 player hub ss121508.PCHDTV

Parts Express is local for me. It's got a 5 VDC, 2.6A power supply, which seems beefier that some of the other choices. I may have to make a run and pick a couple up next weekend.

 

[2Packsaday]

I need to attach about 4 USB chargers to a hub and then to my USB 12V Cig Liter Adapter in my Truck.

Will any USB hub work?
Will the V4L USB 12V adapter handle charging 4 batteries?
When will V4L come up with Multi-Charging solutions?

Thanks in advance for answers to any of the questions.

 

[Adrenalynn]

No. You need a powered USB hub. Passive hubs won't cut it.

Maybe. Depends on the battery and how closely spec'd that adapter is. XLs? Probably not. Shorties? Yeah. Regulars? Border-line.

Your better bet is probably to use a decent sized inverter in the truck, at least a good 90 watter, and then use AC wall adapters instead.

 

[leaford]

I need to attach about 4 USB chargers to a hub and then to my USB 12V Cig Liter Adapter in my Truck.

Will any USB hub work?
Will the V4L USB 12V adapter handle charging 4 batteries?
When will V4L come up with Multi-Charging solutions?

Thanks in advance for answers to any of the questions.

No. It has to be at least 500mA per charger.

Maybe. The adaptor is rated up to 2amp, which is enough in theory, but most auto cigarette adaptors don't put out that much current.

And we're working on it, but we want it to be perfect!

EDIT: correct amp rating.

 

[Adrenalynn]

???

500mA * 4 = 2000mA = 2A > 1A

 

[leaford]

???

500mA * 4 = 2000mA = 2A > 1A

Oops, I meant to type 2amp.

 

[Adrenalynn]

Fair enough.

For those charging their own batteries: Don't put 500mA into one of these batteries. That'd be bad. They're 1C max charge rate, not 3C, but at 1C I've found they only last a couple weeks. They're pretty cheap chemistry. I recommend no more than 0.5C.

 

[2Packsaday]

Fair enough.

For those charging their own batteries: Don't put 500mA into one of these batteries. That'd be bad. They're 1C max charge rate, not 3C, but at 1C I've found they only last a couple weeks. They're pretty cheap chemistry. I recommend no more than 0.5C.

What's a "C" ?