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Custom Magnetic Cable Assembly

2 Pin Inline Magnetic Fast Charging & Data Cable

Custom 2-pin inline magnetic cable assembly for charging and project-specific data applications. Both mating halves are cable-attached, creating a detachable cable-to-cable interface with two electrical contact positions. The magnetic structure assists capture and retention, while current capability, charging behavior, data architecture, cable construction and contact performance are defined by the approved system design.

Confirm the Complete Cable Assembly
Magnetic End Pin count, shape and mating direction
Cable Construction Length, conductor and outer jacket
Opposite Termination USB, Type-C, DC or custom wire end
Electrical Functions Power, signal, detection or control

A Magnetic Cable Is More Than the Connector End

The finished assembly must define the magnetic mating component, internal conductor arrangement, cable construction and the opposite-end connection as one complete electrical system.

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Magnetic Mating Interface

Confirm Pin count, contact allocation, magnet arrangement, connector shape, polarity control and mating direction.

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Cable Construction

Define cable length, conductor count, wire specification, shielding requirements, jacket and flexibility.

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Opposite-End Termination

Select USB, Type-C, DC plug, bare wire, terminal, PCB connection or another customized termination.

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Device-Side Integration

Confirm installation space, outlet direction, strain relief, exposed-contact state and user operation.

Engineering Summary

This 2-pin magnetic cable assembly uses an inline cable-to-cable mating architecture. Both mating halves are attached to cable sections, creating a detachable magnetic connection between two cable segments rather than a cable-to-device adapter interface.

Two electrical contact positions are arranged in a single row. The product is intended for charging and project-specific data applications, while the exact electrical architecture must define how the two contacts support those functions.

Inline Cable-to-Cable Magnetic Architecture

The defining feature of this product is the inline magnetic connection between two cable-attached mating halves. When the interface is engaged, the two cable sections form one continuous electrical assembly.

This architecture should be distinguished from magnetic charging cables that use one cable-side head and one fixed device-side receptacle.

2-Contact Single-Row Interface

Two physical electrical contact positions are located at the center of the mating interface. One half visibly uses protruding spring-loaded contacts and the corresponding half uses flat contact pads.

The presence of two contacts defines the physical interface only. It does not establish their electrical functions, charging topology or data protocol.

Charging and Data Functions Require an Approved Electrical Architecture

This cable is intended for charging and data applications, but two contacts alone do not explain how those functions are implemented.

The approved system design should define the function of Contact 1 and Contact 2, whether charging and data functions operate simultaneously or in different operating states, and any protocol or control requirements associated with the interface.

Fast-Charging Capability Requires Complete System Review

Fast-charging performance should be established from the complete electrical path rather than from pin count, visible contact size or a previous current claim.

Source capability, cable conductor size, cable length, termination resistance, magnetic-interface resistance, charging architecture and allowable temperature rise should be evaluated together.

Complete Inline Charging Current Path

Current should be evaluated across the complete cable-to-cable conductive path:

Power Source → External Termination A → Cable A → Internal Termination A → Spring Contact → Magnetic Mating Interface → Flat Contact → Internal Termination B → Cable B → External Termination B → Load.

A previous 10A rating or visible contact diameter is not sufficient to establish an approved continuous-current capability.

For the complete path resistance Rpath, voltage drop follows Vdrop = I × Rpath and resistive power loss follows Ploss = I² × Rpath.

Data Capability Requires a Defined End-to-End Channel

Two contacts do not establish USB, high-speed data or another communication protocol. Data capability should be reviewed according to the actual electrical architecture used by the project.

The complete channel can include the source electronics, external termination, cable conductors, magnetic mating interface, second cable section and receiving electronics.

Two Pins Do Not Define Simultaneous Power and Data

The product is intended for charging and data projects, but the physical two-contact interface does not by itself prove that charging and data operate simultaneously.

Simultaneous operation, switching behavior, signaling method and protection strategy should be defined by the approved system architecture.

Magnetic Capture, Mechanical Seating and Electrical Connection

Magnetic capture, mechanical seating and a valid electrical connection are separate interface conditions.

  • Magnetic Capture: attracts the two cable halves during engagement.
  • Magnetic Retention: resists separation under the defined use condition.
  • Mechanical Seating: the housing geometry establishes the final mating position.
  • Electrical Contact: the spring-loaded contacts operate against the corresponding flat pads at the defined compression.

Magnetic attraction alone should not be treated as proof that the charging or data path is valid.

Housing Geometry and Mating Orientation

Both cable halves use a wide rectangular housing with visible shoulders and lateral recesses. These features may contribute to orientation or mechanical integration, but anti-mismating and polarization functions should only be claimed when confirmed by the approved drawing.

Final alignment and seating should be established by the mechanical housing geometry rather than by magnetic force alone.

Working Stroke and Contact Compression

The spring-loaded contacts should operate within the working stroke specified by the approved connector drawing. Working stroke is the intended operating compression range and should be distinguished from total available mechanical travel.

The housing should define final seating so the spring contacts do not act as structural stops.

Both Cable Sections Matter

Because both mating halves are attached to cables, conductor size, cable length, conductor material, jacket construction and internal termination on both sides can affect the complete electrical path.

Cable resistance and voltage drop should therefore be evaluated across both cable sections rather than only across the magnetic connector interface.

External Cable Terminations

The external ends of both cable sections are outside the reference image and should not be assumed. USB, DC, bare-wire or custom terminations should only be published when confirmed by the approved cable assembly drawing.

Reliability and Environmental Validation

Cycle life, contact resistance, salt-spray performance, ingress protection, operating temperature and compliance claims should be published only when supported by the corresponding approved specification or validation record.

Application Fit

This 2-pin inline magnetic cable architecture can be evaluated for applications requiring a detachable cable-to-cable connection for project-specific charging and data functions.

Final suitability depends on the approved two-contact electrical architecture, cable construction, charging conditions, data requirements, mating geometry and magnetic behavior.

Customization Options

CTP can review project-specific requirements for cable length on both sides, conductor size, external terminations, magnetic housing dimensions, contact geometry, magnetic retention, separation behavior, charging conditions and data requirements.

Information Engineers Should Provide

  • Complete two-contact electrical definition
  • Contact 1 and Contact 2 functions
  • Required charging voltage and current
  • Required charging power
  • Charging protocol, if applicable
  • Data function and protocol
  • Whether charging and data operate simultaneously
  • Cable length on both sides
  • Conductor size and cable construction
  • External termination on both cable sections
  • Available connector X/Y/Z space
  • Required working stroke and contact compression
  • Magnetic retention requirement
  • Required separation or peel behavior
  • Mating orientation and keying requirement
  • Operating environment
  • 2D / 3D drawings
  • Prototype quantity and expected production volume

FAQ

Is this a cable-to-device or cable-to-cable magnetic interface?

The reference product uses an inline cable-to-cable structure. Both mating halves are attached to cable sections and connect through the magnetic interface.

Can a 2-pin magnetic cable support charging and data?

This product is intended for charging and data projects, but the implementation must be defined by the approved electrical architecture. Two physical contacts alone do not establish how charging and data functions are carried.

Can charging and data operate at the same time?

Simultaneous operation should not be assumed from the two-contact interface. It depends on the actual system architecture and should be confirmed for the project.

Does 2 Pin mean this is a USB interface?

No. Two physical contacts do not establish USB or another standard communication protocol.

Can this cable carry 10A at 36V?

Current and voltage capability are project-specific and should be validated across both cable sections, their terminations, the magnetic interface and the complete load path.

What determines fast-charging capability?

Fast-charging performance depends on the source, cable conductors, both cable lengths, termination resistance, connector interface, charging architecture and allowable temperature rise.

Do the magnets provide final alignment?

The magnets assist capture and retention. Final mating position should be established by the housing and approved mechanical geometry.

What information is needed to customize this inline magnetic cable?

Provide the two-contact electrical architecture, charging and data requirements, cable lengths, conductor construction, external terminations, mating geometry and magnetic requirements for engineering review.

Request an Inline Magnetic Cable Engineering Review

Submit the two-contact electrical architecture, charging and data requirements, cable construction, external terminations, connector geometry and magnetic requirements for engineering review.

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Engineering Review for 2 Pin Inline Magnetic Fast Charging & Data Cable

This product page presents a CTP magnetic cable assembly configuration for engineering reference. Final dimensions, electrical ratings, materials, magnet structure, sealing level and reliability targets are not universal values; they are confirmed against the approved drawing, installation condition and model-specific validation plan.

Information to provide for evaluation

  • source-side interface and device-side magnetic head
  • pin definition, current, voltage and signal requirements
  • cable length, conductor, jacket, shielding and strain relief
  • magnetic retention, polarity, sealing, color and packaging
  • sample quantity, validation plan and forecast volume

How specifications are confirmed

CTP reviews the application and prepares a drawing or specification for approval before sample production. Test scope, acceptance criteria and report format should identify the model, sample status, method, conditions, result and review date.

Can this magnetic cable assembly be customized?

Yes. Customization can cover geometry, contact layout, materials, cable construction, magnetic structure, sealing and appearance. Feasibility depends on the application and approved specification.

Are the electrical and waterproof values universal?

No. Current, voltage, resistance, temperature rise and ingress-protection claims apply only to the identified model and stated test conditions.

What determines sample and production timing?

Timing is confirmed after the drawing, materials, tooling, sample quantity, validation scope and production requirements have been reviewed.

Information Required Before Cable Development

A reference product image is not enough to define a cable assembly. Confirm the following information before drawing, sampling or quotation review.

1. Pin Map Define power, return, signal, control, detection and unused contacts.
2. Voltage and Current Provide voltage, continuous current, peak current and operating cycle.
3. Cable Length Confirm finished length, tolerance, moving conditions and routing path.
4. Wire Construction Define conductor count, wire requirement, shielding and outer-jacket conditions.
5. Opposite-End Interface Confirm USB, Type-C, DC, terminal, bare wire or custom connection.
6. Mechanical Conditions Provide available space, outlet direction, strain relief and mating requirements.

From Cable Requirements to Project Validation

The exact project route depends on whether an existing product can be used, modified or requires a new cable assembly design.

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Requirement Review

Confirm product scope, Pin Map, cable length, termination, quantity and application conditions.

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Cable and Connector Mapping

Match magnetic contacts to conductors, source-side wiring and device-side functions.

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Drawing and Sample Scope

Confirm dimensions, outlet direction, cable construction and required sample configuration.

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Validation and Production Review

Review electrical, mechanical and environmental conditions before production approval.

Have a Cable Drawing, Pin Map or Device Requirement?

Submit the magnetic-end structure, electrical functions, cable length, conductor requirements, opposite-end interface, installation space and available drawings for project review.

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