G+_Hector Sotomayor Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 anyone ever install USB Charge ports in a Bar before? Customer is asking for about 7-8 charge stations under the bar on every other bar stool. He does not want a Standard electric plug just USB solo underther for charging only. Any tips or usb ports you guys used before for a task like this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Seth Leedy Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 Set above the spilled drink line. Surge protect the lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Ben Reese Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 Be sure to connect them all to a Raspberry Pi for... Involuntary Backups... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Golden Retriever Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 Is the bar owner Russian WINK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Seth Leedy Posted April 10, 2017 Share Posted April 10, 2017 Something like this behind the bar. Sabrent 60 Watt (12 Amp) 10-Port Family-Sized Desktop USB Rapid Charger. Smart USB Ports with Auto Detect Technology [black] (AX-TPCS) amazon.com - Amazon.com: Sabrent 60 Watt (12 Amp) 10-Port Family-Sized Desktop USB Rapid Charger. Smart USB Ports with Auto Detect Technology [black] (AX-TPCS): Cell Phones & Accessories Then, have cables come from it to the patrons with usb-c and lightning jack adapters tied to the ends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Ben Reese Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 The 4 port plate/jack looks good. Depending on your setup, something like this may be better: USB 3.0 Keystone Jack Inserts, MACTIS 5pcs USB to USB Adapters Female to Female Connector White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H51M7Z2/ but you'll need male to male cables. If you go that route, also check Monoprice for jacks and cables as they're usually cheaper when buying multiples. amazon.com - Amazon.com: USB 3.0 Keystone Jack Inserts, MACTIS 5pcs USB to USB Adapters Female to Female Connector White: Computers & Accessories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Julian Divett Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 I just bought an outdoor fitting for a boat off Ali express, runs off 12v and has a spring loaded lid.. aliexpress.com - Car Waterproof Aluminum Alloy Dual USB Charger Socket Outlet 5V 1A/2.1A Charger for Motorcycle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Peter Hanse Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 Ben Reese not sure how well keystones would hold up. These are in bar and going to be pulled and damaged. Never found keystones to hold up to this abuse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_DigitalMatrixIO (Eric L Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 People still plug their phones into other people's USB ports? Say no to random USB ports. Practice safe HEX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Golden Retriever Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 One problem, you're going to finish the install just to find all the new phones are going to USBC and now won't plug in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Seth Leedy Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 Tod Sage Tether some adapters to the cables or socket plates. Not the best, I know... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Golden Retriever Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Can you Make a charge me only cable that you can safely use for charging that blocks all data xfers? Would it be as simple as just not connecting the data Channel wires Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Golden Retriever Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Seth Leedy ah but USB C is a 3 amp connection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Seth Leedy Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Tod Sage Some cables are sold that way. Just charging only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Peter Hanse Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Tod Sage it is as simple as removing data pins. Some call it a USB condom her is one on Amazon. amazon.com - Amazon.com: PortaPow Fast Charge + Data Block USB Adaptor with SmartCharge Chip: Computers & Accessories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Golden Retriever Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I did find a USB A and C combo wall plate but it also has an AC receptacle. amazon.com - TOPGREENER Quick Charge 3.0 USB In Wall Charger Outlet Type C with Type A TU1152QCAC3 for Samsung Galaxy S7/S6/Edge plus, LG G3 G5, Nexus 6, iPhone 6/7 Plus, iPad Air/Pro | Qualcomm Certified - - Amazon.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_John Sullivan Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Your bar owner should consider when his customers may have had one to many and are trying to plug/unplug a USB under the bar. Alternate solution would be to have charging banks on the bar(standing up as mini-towers, not flush with the bar, to prevent liquids) and have customers provide their own charging cable or have ones they can borrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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