Belkin DuraTek™ Plus Lightning to USB-A Cable with Strap, F8J236 Frequently Asked Questions

TABLE OF CONTENTS
 

PRODUCT INFORMATION
  1. What is the Belkin DuraTek™ Plus Lightning to USB-A Cable with Strap, F8J236?
  2. What is DuraTek?
  3. What is the warranty for this product?
  4. How long is the cable?
  5. What is this cable made of?
  6. Is the cable shielded?
  7. What are the operating and storage temperatures?
  8. What is the strap attached to my cable?
  9. What material is the cable management strap made of?
  10. What are the available colors?
  11. What are the dimensions of the cable head sheathing?
  12. What is the diameter of the cable?
  13. What is the wire gauge of this cable?
  14. What is the USB connector plating?
COMPATIBILITY
  1. Which iOS version does this support?
  2. Will the cable work with my phone/tablet?


  PRODUCT INFORMATION

1.  What is the Belkin DuraTek™ Plus Lightning to USB-A Cable with Strap, F8J236?

The Belkin DuraTek™ Plus Lightning to USB-A Cable with Strap, F8J236 is part of a new line of DuraTek cables produced by Belkin.  This product is redesigned for superior quality and durability to meet your demands.  To know more, click here.

2.  What is DuraTek­?

DuraTek is Belkin’s line of cables constructed with superior quality materials and rugged design in mind for a long lasting cable.
 
3.  What is the warranty for this product?

The product comes with a 5-year limited warranty.  

4.  How long is the cable?

The cable is available in lengths of 4 ft, 6 ft, and 10 ft.
                       
5.  What is this cable made of?

The cable is made of Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) injected strain relief and enclosure.  Outside braiding is made of Tetoron.

6.  Is the cable shielded?

Yes.

7.  What are the operating and storage temperatures?

The operating and storage temperatures are as follows:

Operating temperature:  0°C to 40°C 
Storage temperature:  -20°C to 70°C

8.  What is the strap attached to my cable?

The Belkin F8J236 includes a cable management strap for wrapping the cable up when traveling.

9.  What material is the cable management strap made of?

The cable management strap is made of brown colored top grain leather.
 
10.  What are the available colors?

The available colors are black and white.
 
11.  What are the dimensions of the cable head sheathing?

The dimensions of the cable head sheathing are as follows:

USB-A side

  • 34.5 mm / 1.36 inches long
  • 15.9 mm / 0.62 inches height
  • 7.2 mm / 0.28 inches width

Lightning side

  • 34.8 mm / 1.37 inches long
  • 11.1 mm / 0.44 inches height
  • 6 mm / 0.24 inches width

 
12.  What is the diameter of the cable?

The diameter of the cable is 3.4 mm.
 
13.  What is the wire gauge of this cable?

There are multiple conductors ranging from 23 AWG to 30 AWG.

14.  What is the USB connector plating?

The USB-A connector is nickel plated.

COMPATIBILITY


1.  Which iOS version does this support?
 
It supports iOS 10.0.2 or later.

2.  Will the cable work with my phone/tablet?

The cable is designed to work with devices using the Lightning connector.  It has been tested for compatibility with the following devices:

  • iPhone® XS Max
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone X
  • iPhone 8
  • iPhone 7

NOTE:  This cable is not compatible with the 2018 iPad Pro® with USB-C™.

FUNCTIONALITY

1.  Can this cable be used with a case?

Yes, it is compatible with most cases.

2.  Can this be used to charge my device?

Yes.

3.  Can this be used to sync a device?

Yes.

4.  Is this cable MFi-certified?

Yes.

5.  Is this cable USB-IF certified?

No.

6. Does this cable support lighting fast charging?

Yes.

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