Best wireless pad

[tracksyde]

tracksyde, thanks for the video. PM me with an address if you are interested in a copy of the final design. You are on your own with the electronic parts though.

CJ

I wish I could take credit for the video, since that would mean I have my Model 3 . I just happened to see a video where a guy measured the pad and I happened to come across your post asking for the measurements so I replied. I should've been more clear.

Maybe you can find someone local to you to try it out on?

I definitely like what you're doing. Keep up the good work.

 

[chojn1]

Version 2: A custom fit.

 

[MikeBur]

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Sorry to cross post but I saw this on Twitter
Tesla Wireless Pad

Looks interesting.

Few Qs:
1) you say this is capable of quick charging, though pulls from the 1A front USB ports. How quick is this? In particular will the charging be sufficient to run Waze and charge on iPhone 8 or X?
2) are there any concerns / issues using dual-coil for IPhones? My understanding is they can’t take advantage of this, though is positioning an issue?

Thanks, good luck and I just reserved one

 

[jomo25]

QI Charging DIY

I found suitable Qi chargers on Amazon and fashioned a basic DIY solution. Not nearly as clean as the wireless product coming soon, but its half the cost and so far meets my needs.

 

[ecarfan]

I’m going to try one of these rectangular shaped Qi pads from amazon. If it works I’ll order another one, they should fit side by side.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0793TJ9YR

 

[SION1771]

I’m going to try one of these rectangular shaped Qi pads from amazon. If it works I’ll order another one, they should fit side by side.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0793TJ9YR

Please keep us posted!!

 

[brandonee916]

Waiting for my Nomad to arrive: Wireless Charger

 

[RandomCony]

For those who did a DIY puck or pad. Have any of you guys considered hooking it up to a power bank that supports quick charge to get faster charging? Hook the power bank to the car's usb port to constantly charge it and the qi connection to the power banks port.

 

[GPinzone]

For those who did a DIY puck or pad. Have any of you guys considered hooking it up to a power bank that supports quick charge to get faster charging? Hook the power bank to the car's usb port to constantly charge it and the qi connection to the power banks port.

There was a video of a dual puck install the routed the wire to the the center console where it plugged into a cigarette lighter adapter, but for the life of me, I can't find it. No major modification. Just pop off the driver side molding of the center console to route the wires.

 

[RandomCony]

There was a video of a dual puck install the routed the wire to the the center console where it plugged into a cigarette lighter adapter, but for the life of me, I can't find it. No major modification. Just pop off the driver side molding of the center console to route the wires.

Yeah I’ve seen that method but I would prefer to leave the cig lighter available for other accessories. Figured using one of usb would be the best option where you can split the source with a two port power bank

 

[GPinzone]

Yeah I’ve seen that method but I would prefer to leave the cig lighter available for other accessories. Figured using one of usb would be the best option where you can split the source with a two port power bank

Why would you be concerned about "leaving the cig lighter available for other accessories?" You know you can get cig lighter adapters with 4 USB ports.

 

[RandomCony]

Why would you be concerned about "leaving the cig lighter available for other accessories?" You know you can get cig lighter adapters with 4 USB ports.

Other 12v accessories not usb items. Such as tire pumper and a HUD I use on long trips

 

[GPinzone]

Other 12v accessories not usb items. Such as tire pumper and a HUD I use on long trips

Problem solved.
https://amzn.to/2xrKTXC

 

[SION1771]

Other 12v accessories not usb items. Such as tire pumper and a HUD I use on long trips

What's this HUD you speak of? I'm intrigued.

 

[ecarfan]

Problem solved.
https://amzn.to/2xrKTXC

The caveat with products like that is that the amperage of each USB port may be far from optimal for charging a device like a phone or tablet, resulting in very slow charging when more than one device is plugged in. That particular manufacturer does not appear to list the amp output. They should.

 

[GPinzone]

The caveat with products like that is that the amperage of each USB port may be far from optimal for charging a device like a phone or tablet, resulting in very slow charging when more than one device is plugged in. That particular manufacturer does not appear to list the amp output. They should.

The current output of the Tesla's USB port is what you should worry about. You can control the power output of the adapter you buy to ensure it meets whatever Qi standard you need. I'm not sure what you're trying to say.

 

[kemble54]

FWIW, installed my NOMAD wireless charger yesterday and am a fan. Great, complimentary style and charges well. Super sticky material (rubber?), so phone isn't going to slide around any.

 

[artsci]

No question in my mind about the best qi charger: Xvida's wireless charging mountable pad, which with double sided tape on the back can be placed anywhere. With their UNIVERSAL MAGNETIC CARD on the back of the phone or the phone case the phone stays firmly in place.

I have one the dash in my Model S and it's foolproof, better by far than the other 3 qi chargers that I trashed out of disappointment.