UGREEN MFi USB-C to Lightning Silicone Cable, 1m (20313)
Overview
This blue silicone cable uses an Apple MFi-certified Lightning design and the C94 connector family. The gallery lists PPID 219693-546180 and shows a one-metre flexible, tangle-resistant construction.
- cable length
- charger/computer to Lightning device
- USB 2.0 theoretical data maximum
What it does well.
Key features
The defining functions of this SKU are separated from headline marketing so connector roles, power, data, length and battery limits remain clear.
- USB-C male source/host connector and Lightning male device connector.
- MFi-certified design with C94 Lightning connector; gallery lists PPID 219693-546180.
- Compatible USB Power Delivery fast charging for supported Lightning iPhone and iPad models when used with a suitable USB-C PD charger.
- USB 2.0 data synchronisation up to a theoretical 480Mbps with a compatible USB-C computer.
- Soft blue silicone jacket designed for flexible coiling and reduced tangling.
- One-metre fixed length for desk, bedside and travel charging.
- Direction is functional as USB-C charger/computer to Lightning device; it is not a USB-C target cable.
Performance and planning
Headline watts and gigabits are negotiated maximums, not universal results. Plan around every device, port, cable, charger, battery state and protocol in the path.
Fast charging requires a compatible Lightning iPhone or iPad and a USB-C Power Delivery charger. A 20W-or-higher charger is commonly used for supported iPhones, but the Apple device selects the accepted power and can reduce it with battery level or temperature.
The cable must not be described as charging an iPhone 15 through Lightning: iPhone 15 and newer standard models use USB-C. Choose a USB-C-to-USB-C cable for those phones.
USB 2.0 data can support routine photos, backup and sync. Real throughput is below 480Mbps after overhead and can be limited by the Apple device, computer, storage or application.
A high-wattage USB-C laptop charger can negotiate an appropriate lower profile for a compatible Lightning device, but this cable does not deliver laptop charging through its Lightning end.
Use scenarios
These practical examples keep the connector direction, supported protocol and safety limits in view.
Lightning iPhone charging. Connect a compatible USB-C PD charger to a Lightning iPhone through iPhone 14 generation, including supported SE models.
Lightning iPad charging and sync. Charge or sync an iPad model that actually has a Lightning receptacle. Newer USB-C iPads require a different cable.
AirPods case charging. Charge an AirPods charging case with a Lightning port; USB-C cases require USB-C-to-USB-C instead.
Computer photo transfer. Connect a Lightning iPhone or iPad to a USB-C Mac or Windows computer, approve the trust prompt and use compatible photo, backup or sync software.
Setup and usability guidance
Use this sequence for a controlled first connection. Follow the connected-device maker’s stricter instruction whenever it differs.
- Identify the receiving device port: it must be Lightning, not USB-C. Never choose only by phone generation name or case opening.
- Inspect the Lightning receptacle and USB-C source port for moisture, compacted lint or damage.
- Connect the USB-C end to a compatible PD charger or USB-C computer, then insert the Lightning end without forcing it.
- For data, unlock the Apple device, select Trust when appropriate and complete any passcode or application prompt.
- For charging, verify the battery indicator and leave both connector ends free of side load. Actual wattage normally tapers as the battery fills.
- Stop active sync or backup tasks before disconnecting and grip the connector shell rather than the silicone jacket.
Compatible devices and systems
A connector that fits is only the first check. The host, accessory, operating system and power source must support the requested function.
- Lightning iPhone models with supported iOS, including compatible iPhone 8 through iPhone 14 generations and Lightning-equipped iPhone SE models.
- Lightning iPad and iPod touch models; verify the actual receptacle because many newer iPads use USB-C.
- AirPods and other Apple charging cases with a Lightning receptacle; USB-C and wireless-only cases need their matching method.
- USB-C Power Delivery wall chargers and USB-C power banks that offer a compatible output profile.
- USB-C Mac and Windows computers for Lightning-device sync, backup and file access with the necessary Apple software and trust approval.
- Not compatible with USB-C iPhone 15 and later as a device cable, nor with Android USB-C phones as a target.
What this product does
These are the supported functions of this product when the complete connection is compatible.
- Charges compatible Lightning devices from a USB-C source.
- Supports compatible USB PD fast charging for supported Lightning Apple devices.
- Synchronises Lightning devices with a USB-C computer at USB 2.0 rates.
- Uses an MFi-certified Lightning design identified in the gallery.
- Provides a soft one-metre silicone connection.
What this product does not do
These exclusions distinguish this SKU from visually similar cables, chargers, hubs, audio products and power stations.
Choose by function: If the required task appears in this exclusion list, select a purpose-built cable, charger, adapter or power product with the needed interface and rating.
- Does not connect to the USB-C receptacle on iPhone 15 or later.
- Does not charge Android phones or other USB-C target devices.
- Does not charge a MacBook or USB-C laptop through the Lightning end.
- Does not provide video output, Thunderbolt, USB4 or high-speed storage data.
- Does not add fast charging to an Apple device or charger that lacks the required support.
- Does not include a wall charger or convert Lightning accessories into USB-C accessories.
What to do
These habits support reliable charging, data, audio and battery use while reducing avoidable connector strain.
- Verify the Apple device has a Lightning receptacle before ordering.
- Use a reputable USB-C PD charger for supported fast charging.
- Keep the Lightning plug and device port dry and free of lint.
- Unlock the device and approve the trust prompt for computer sync.
- Coil the silicone cable loosely for storage.
- Use the Apple device’s current software and a supported computer application for backup or sync.
What not to do
Avoid these common mistakes even when the plug appears to fit.
- Do not force the Lightning plug into a USB-C receptacle.
- Do not describe this cable as an iPhone 15 charging cable.
- Do not scrape compacted lint out of a port with a metal pin.
- Do not pull the device by the cable or bend sharply beside the connector.
- Do not interrupt an operating-system update, restore or backup by unplugging.
- Do not run the cable under bedding or cover a warm charger and device.
Warnings and limitations
Review these electrical, thermal, transport and physical limits before connecting valuable equipment.
Stop and recheck: Disconnect power if a connection becomes loose, wet, damaged, swollen, unstable or unusually hot. Never keep reconnecting equipment that shows a safety warning.
- Stop using the product if a connector, cable jacket, battery enclosure or plug is bent, cracked, loose, swollen, scorched or unusually hot.
- Keep connectors dry and free of lint or metal debris. Disconnect power before cleaning; never probe a port with metal.
- Never modify, splice, crush or tightly knot a charging cable, charger or battery pack.
- Apple devices can pause or slow charging because of temperature, optimised charging, battery health or accessory warnings; investigate the full path rather than forcing reconnection.
- Liquid-detection warnings must be respected. Disconnect and allow the device to dry according to Apple guidance; do not heat the port.
- Fast-charge time graphics are controlled examples and vary with model, initial battery level, charger, ambient temperature and device activity.
Check before ordering
Confirm connector direction, required protocol, power profile, cable length and package needs before choosing by appearance.
- Confirm the receiving Apple device has Lightning, not USB-C.
- Confirm the charging source or computer has a USB-C receptacle.
- Confirm the device model supports the desired PD fast-charge behaviour.
- Confirm 1m reaches without tension.
- Choose USB-C-to-USB-C for iPhone 15 or later and USB-C iPads.
- Choose a different certified cable if video or faster-than-USB-2.0 data is required.
Care and troubleshooting
Disconnect power before inspection and change one variable at a time when diagnosing a connection.
- Disconnect both ends and clean only with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.
- Keep the Lightning contacts protected from keys, coins, liquids and dirty bag pockets.
- Store the cable in a loose coil. The silicone jacket reduces tangling but does not make sharp folds harmless.
- If charging is slow, verify the charger is USB-C PD, check device temperature and battery settings, and inspect both ports.
- If the computer does not recognise the device, unlock it, retry the trust prompt, update the sync software and test another direct USB-C port.
- Replace the cable if the Lightning tip, USB-C shell or strain relief becomes loose, damaged or unusually hot.
At a glance.
- Brand
- UGREEN
- SKU
- 20313
- Product type
- USB-C to Lightning charging and USB 2.0 data cable
- Connectors
- USB-C male to Lightning male
- Length
- 1m
- Colour / jacket
- Blue silicone
- Apple certification
- MFi-certified design
- Lightning connector family
- C94
- PPID shown in gallery
- 219693-546180
- Charging
- Compatible USB Power Delivery fast charging; final power is device-negotiated
- Typical supported iPhone source
- USB-C PD charger, commonly 20W or higher for supported fast-charge models
- Data standard
- USB 2.0
- Maximum theoretical data rate
- Up to 480Mbps
- Video / high-speed USB
- Not supported
- In the box
- 1 × UGREEN 1m blue silicone USB-C to Lightning cable, SKU 20313.
A USB-C wall charger, phone, tablet, AirPods case and computer are not identified as included.
Model specifications are consolidated below. Maximum values remain conditional on the complete negotiated connection.
Only components supported by the model record or an official model package list are included here. Scene devices and props are excluded.
Questions buyers ask.
Does SKU 20313 work with iPhone 15?
No as a device cable. iPhone 15 and later use USB-C, while this cable ends in Lightning.
Which iPhones can use it?
Compatible Lightning iPhones through the iPhone 14 generation, plus supported Lightning-equipped SE models. Verify the physical port on the device.
Is it MFi certified?
Yes. The gallery identifies an MFi-certified C94 design and lists PPID 219693-546180.
Does it support fast charging?
Yes for compatible Lightning devices with a suitable USB-C PD charger. The device decides the final accepted power.
Is a 20W charger required?
A 20W-or-higher USB-C PD charger is commonly used for supported iPhone fast charging, but the requirement and result depend on the Apple device.
Can I use a MacBook charger?
A standards-compliant USB-C PD MacBook charger can negotiate a lower profile for a compatible Lightning device. The Lightning end does not charge the MacBook.
Can it transfer photos?
Yes, at USB 2.0 rates, when the Lightning device trusts the USB-C computer and compatible photo or sync software is used.
Does it work with a Lightning AirPods case?
Yes. An AirPods case with USB-C needs a USB-C cable instead.
Can I use it with an Android phone?
Not as the target cable because Android phones normally use USB-C or Micro-USB rather than Lightning.
Does it carry video?
No. It is a charging and USB 2.0 sync cable, not a display adapter.
Is a USB-C charger included?
No wall charger is identified as included.
Why did charging pause?
Check device temperature, battery optimisation, liquid or accessory warnings, charger profile and connector condition. Respect any warning shown by the Apple device.