USB only charger socket???

lawrie28

Ok, one for techies/sparkies.

I am making a bedside lamp and would like to include a USB charging point, to turn it into more a nighstand - coin tray, watch holder, phone stand etc. I dont want a full plug socket too (that would be the backup plan) as would be too big but would like a small USB socket installed in the wooden base. This would be mains powered, seperate to the lamp. Ideally I would like this to look retro, but anything is better than nothing.

Does anyone know if this exists? If so, any links?

Thank you.

Mr.Generous

I have seen this in the USA but because of the smaller sockets they usually include a socket too. Its a very good idea, I would like to do similar.

lawrie28

I am looking for one of these with a single or double usb, so the plate is smaller.

https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/FPQUADPCW.html?ad_position=1o8&source=adwords&ad_id=45425533757&placement=&kw=&network=g&matchtype=&ad_type=pla&product_id=FPQUADPCW&product_partition_id=174051199987&test=finalurl_v2&gclid=Cj0KEQiAgJTGBRDLr5_az_Ouk44BEiQAIxaA4v33MtJRVvhlQbxmYY9sZ9oOvjF_5QcVGpCo7_Q_jdwaAlSP8P8HAQ

However may just leave it as wireless charging is growing and having a socket lying flat is not the safest - split drinks, things falling into it etc.

Will have a rethink.

Thanks anyways, and if you know of one, please post.

Gloomendoom

Probably not quite what you are looking for, but have you looked at the USB charger euro modules. You might be able to adapt one to fit.

coffeehound

Interesting idea. This looks fairly compact while supplying the full 2 amps

https://www.euronetwork.co.uk/usb/inwall-usb-sockets/usb-charger-module-black-2-amp

[Edit - perhaps that is what Gloomendoom was suggesting]

For a vintage look, I suppose you'd need one where it's just the socket and circuit board to leave you free to design your own facia plate.

shaun_from_Africa

For a UBS socket with a small face, one of the ones that are fitted to many cars may be suitable (although you will need a suitable transformer/rectifier unit to power it but this shouldn't be too big.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Charger-Idealeben-Adapter-Travelocity-Cigarette/dp/B0132MOCI8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1489359173&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+car+retrofit

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/12V-Dual-USB-Port-Socket-Car-Cigar-Lighter-Splitter-Charger-Power-Adapter-Outlet-/331799175276?hash=item4d40c5a06c:g:nd4AAOSwv9hW4Q2g

wealdroam

From Screwfix:

LAP USB CHARGER GRID MODULE WHITE (69526)

50mm x 50mm


If you are thinking about a built-in wireless charger, maybe consider this from IKEA:

JYSSEN Wireless Charger

It has a USB socket too.