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White L-shaped magnetic AC adapter with detachable cable

Cablesys

Cablesys 60W/85W Magnetic L-Type AC Adapter for MacBook Pro 13/15/17 Before Mid 2012

SKU CH-GVRM-HYVWB

Replacement magnetic L-type AC adapter supplying 60W or 85W for MacBook Pro 13, 15 and 17 models released before 2012

  • Product typeAC Adapters
  • Charges 13, 15 and 17 inch models
  • 60W or 85W output matches original spec
  • Magnetic L-type connector fits pre-mid 2012 MacBook Pro
  • Brand-new replacement adapter from Cablesys
  • 24-hour customer service if issues arise

MacBook Pro L-type charger replacement

This AC adapter replaces the original magnetic L-type charger for MacBook Pro 13 15 and 17 inch models released before mid 2012. It supplies either 60W or 85W output to match the original power rating of each machine. The connector mates with the first-generation MagSafe port found on those notebooks. Buyers who need a USB-C power brick for later MacBook models cannot use this adapter.

Thermals noise and power draw

The unit draws AC mains power and delivers up to 85W DC to the laptop without an internal fan so it runs silently. Normal operation produces only the faint hum typical of a sealed switching supply. Heat is dissipated through the plastic enclosure during charging and the adapter remains comfortable to handle. No active cooling or extra ventilation is required in everyday use.

Build fit and freedoms

The adapter plugs directly into a wall outlet or standard IEC C7 lead and connects to the MacBook via the fixed L-type MagSafe cable. It eliminates the need for a separate power brick and detachable cord reducing cable clutter on the desk. The magnetic tip releases safely if the cord is pulled preventing accidental drops. Users with post-2012 MacBooks or non-Apple laptops will need a different connector type.

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Price $23.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 27,790 comparable items (median $30.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeAC Adapters

Questions about this item

How do I install the L-type magnetic connector on my MacBook Pro 13 and what step is often missed?

Align the L-shaped magnetic tip with the charging port on your MacBook Pro 13, 15, or 17 before Mid 2012; the magnets pull it in, but you must seat it fully until the indicator light shows charging.

What maintenance or replacement will this 60W/85W adapter need later?

The detachable AC cord can be swapped if the plug or cable frays; the brick itself has no user-serviceable parts and is replaced as a unit when output drops or the MagSafe pins wear.

What limit appears first when this charger runs continuously at 85W?

Sustained 85W output on a 15 or 17 inch MacBook Pro before Mid 2012 will hit thermal limits first, causing the adapter to throttle or shut down until it cools.

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