Anker 322 USB-C to Lightning Cable 6ft / 1.8m Braided Nylon A81B6
Genuine Anker 322 cable, part number A81B6. Black is A81B6H11 and White is A81B6H21. Apple MFi certified with the official C48 Lightning connector. USB-C Power Delivery fast charge up to 60W. Charges iPhone 14, 13, 12, 11, XS, XR, X, 8 and SE. Also charges Lightning iPads, AirPods, Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse 2. Data syncs at 480Mbps over USB 2.0. Double-braided nylon jacket rated to 10,000 bends. Tensile strength reaches 175lb / 80kg. Backed by Anker's 2-year manufacturer warranty.
Signs You Need a New Lightning Cable
Sound familiar? A worn or fake cable causes all of these.
"Accessory Not Supported" Pop-Up
iOS blocks uncertified cables. An MFi chip fixes this for good.
Only Charges at an Angle
Broken internal wires make charging cut in and out.
Frayed or Split Jacket
Exposed wiring is a safety risk. Replace the cable now.
Slow Overnight Charging
Thin clone wiring cannot carry the full PD fast-charge current.
CarPlay Keeps Dropping Out
Wired CarPlay needs a solid data connection. Worn cables disconnect.
Stopped Working After iOS Update
Apple disables counterfeit chips. Genuine MFi cables keep working.
Every Anker 322 cable is covered by Anker's 2-year manufacturer warranty.
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Reliable Dispatch
Bench inspected before dispatch. Ships in 2-4 business days with tracking.
Is It the Cable or the Charging Port?
Run this quick check before you buy. It takes two minutes.
- Try a second known-good cable on your iPhone. Charging works? Your old cable failed.
- Try your cable on another Lightning device. Fails there too? The cable is dead.
- Wiggle the connector while charging. Charging cuts out? The cable wiring is broken.
- Check the Lightning port for lint with a torch. Compressed lint blocks the connector.
- Seeing "Accessory Not Supported" on every cable? Clean the port first.
- Only fails on one wall charger? The charger may be faulty, not the cable.
- Phone still will not charge on any cable? The charging port may need repair.
- Our Forest Lake workshop tests and replaces iPhone charging ports in-store.
Full Technical Specifications
Compatibility — Every Lightning Apple Device
The USB-C end plugs into any USB-C charger, laptop or power bank.
Fits These Devices
Does NOT Fit
- iPhone 15, 16 and 17 — these use USB-C. You need a USB-C to USB-C cable.
- USB-C iPads — iPad Pro, iPad Air 4 and later, iPad 10 and later.
- AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) and AirPods 4 — USB-C charging case.
- USB-A wall chargers — the USB-C end will not plug in. Anker's USB-A to Lightning version fits those.
Anker 322 vs Cheap Generic Lightning Cable
Anker 322 (This Cable)
- Genuine Apple MFi chip. Survives every iOS update.
- Double-braided nylon rated to 10,000 bends.
- Aluminium-reinforced connector housings.
- Full 60W PD wiring for Apple fast charge.
- 2-year Anker manufacturer warranty.
- Global cable brand with lab-tested claims.
Cheap Generic Cable
- Counterfeit chip. iOS can block it overnight.
- Soft TPE jacket frays within months.
- Plastic housing cracks at the strain point.
- Thin wiring throttles or drops fast charge.
- No warranty, or 7-day DOA at best.
- Unknown factory with unverified claims.
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Shipping Across Australia
- Dispatch: 2-4 business days from Forest Lake QLD.
- Brisbane Metro: typically 1-2 days after dispatch.
- Sydney + Melbourne: typically 2-4 days after dispatch.
- Perth + Regional: typically 3-7 days after dispatch.
- Tracking: emailed on every order.
- Pickup: collect from Shop 3A, 152 Woogaroo St, Forest Lake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will this cable work with my iPhone 15, 16 or 17?
No. Those iPhones use a USB-C port, not Lightning. They need a USB-C to USB-C cable instead.
This cable suits iPhone 14 and every older Lightning iPhone. That covers 13, 12, 11, XS, XR, X, 8, 7 and SE.
Does this cable fast charge my iPhone?
Yes, when paired with a 20W or higher USB-C PD charger. The cable carries Apple's full fast-charge spec up to 60W.
Expect roughly 50% charge in about 30 minutes on iPhone 12, 13 or 14. The wall charger sets the final speed.
What does MFi certified actually mean?
MFi means "Made for iPhone". It is Apple's official accessory licensing program. Certified cables carry a genuine Apple authentication chip.
Fake chips get disabled by iOS updates. You then see "Accessory Not Supported" errors. Genuine MFi cables keep working through every update.
Can I plug this into a USB-A wall charger?
No. The charger end is USB-C only. It will not fit a rectangular USB-A socket.
Anker makes a USB-A to Lightning version for older chargers. Or upgrade to a 20W USB-C PD wall charger for fast charging.
Is 6ft / 1.8m the right length for me?
It is nearly double the length of a boxed Apple cable. It reaches from a wall socket to a bedside table easily.
It also spans a desk or reaches back-seat passengers in the car. Prefer pocket-size? The Anker 322 also comes in 3ft / 0.9m.
Will it work with my MacBook or Windows laptop?
Yes. The USB-C end fits any MacBook, USB-C laptop, dock or power bank. Your iPhone charges and syncs through it.
Data moves at 480Mbps over USB 2.0. That is the standard speed for all Lightning devices.
Does it support wired CarPlay?
Yes, if your car has a USB-C port. Most 2022-and-newer vehicles do. CarPlay starts automatically once plugged in.
Cars with only USB-A ports need Anker's USB-A to Lightning version instead.
Can it charge AirPods or a Magic Mouse?
Yes. Any Apple device with a Lightning port works. That includes AirPods 1, 2 and 3, plus AirPods Pro 1.
The Lightning Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse 2 charge too. AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) and AirPods 4 need a USB-C cable.
Is there any difference between Black and White?
Only the colour. Both share the same MFi chip, braid, specs and warranty.
White matches Apple's own cables and chargers. Black hides grime and suits darker setups.
What does the 2-year warranty cover?
Anker covers manufacturing defects for 24 months. That includes split jackets, internal wire failure and chip dropout.
Contact us with your order details and we arrange the replacement. Accidental damage and pet chewing are not covered.
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